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Correspondence Between a Klamath Indian Parent and a Member of Congress Regarding Indian Education in 1972, 1972-06-08

 Item — Box: 67, Folder: 2
Identifier: CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0004
Correspondence Between a Klamath Indian Parent and a Member of Congress Regarding Indian Education in 1972, 1972-06-08
Correspondence Between a Klamath Indian Parent and a Member of Congress Regarding Indian Education in 1972, 1972-06-08

Scope and Contents

The letter is from Fred Huitt, a Klamath Indian parent, requesting help from Congressman Happy Camp in securing better educational opportunities for Indian children, specifically through funding for boarding schools like Chemawa or Stewart. Huitt emphasizes the importance of education in preparing children for the changing world and expresses concern over the lack of financial resources to provide the best education possible.

Dates

  • Creation: 1972-06-08

Full Extent

3 pages

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English