Legal Proceedings Involving the Pit River Indian Tribe Land Ownership Rights, 1934-06-18
Scope and Contents
This text is a legal complaint filed by the Pit River Indian Tribe against government officials regarding the designation of beneficiaries for the XL Ranch Indian Reservation in California. The plaintiffs are seeking injunctive relief and mandamus to ensure compliance with the Fifth Amendment and federal law in the decision-making process. The complaint outlines the history of the XL Ranch, the involvement of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the traditional significance of the land to the Pit River Indians.
Dates
- Creation: 1934-06-18
Full Extent
16 pages
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Abstract
91st (1969-1971)
General
Native Americans
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository