Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act: Public Law 91-386, 1970-08-24

Item — Box: DP 91, Folder: 26

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0003

Scope and Contents

The document is a letter from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, discussing an inter-tribal council meeting and expressing concern about an Indian boy named Jimmy Sam who has been causing trouble. The meeting involved leaders of the five civilized tribes in Oklahoma who are planning to challenge federal government mandates regarding tribal election procedures. The tribes are considering legal action and are determined to establish their own rules for elections. The meeting also addressed the issue of a 35-year minimum age requirement for chief candidates, with some tribes refusing to comply. The document highlights the tribes' determination to assert their autonomy in the face of federal interference.

Dates

Creation: 1970-08-24

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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