Correspondence regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946, 1946-04-22

Item — Box: 11, Folder: 13

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0016

Scope and Contents

The document is a series of letters regarding the appointment of a Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians in Oklahoma. Thomas K. Snead expresses his interest in J. H. Belvin for the position, but notes that the appointment is ultimately up to the President and Secretary of the Interior. Belvin receives a letter indicating that several candidates are being considered and the possibility of holding an election for members to vote on the Chief. There is also mention of dissatisfaction with the Indian Office for their lack of cooperation and policy.

Dates

Creation: 1946-04-22

Creator

Belvin, Harry J.W., Principal Chief Of Choctaw Nation, 1900-1986 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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