Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands and Appointment of a New Chief, 1946-05-21

Item — Box: 11, Folder: 14A

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0014

Scope and Contents

The letter is in response to McIntosh's interest in the sale of coal and asphalt lands belonging to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. The author explains that the appointment of a Chief of the Choctaws is made by the President, based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior. The author suggests McIntosh contact the Secretary of the Interior directly. McIntosh also requests assistance in ensuring that his family receives their fair share of the sale.

Dates

Creation: 1946-05-21

Creator

From the Collection: Thomas, Elmer, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1927-1951); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 6th district (1923-1927); Member of the Oklahoma Senate (1907-1920), 1876-1965 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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