Urging Resolution on the Disposal of Choctaw Coal and Asphalt Lands: A Letter to Chief W. A. Durant, 1946, 1946-06-22

Item — Box: 11, Folder: 14A

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0037

Scope and Contents

The letter is addressing the issue of the disposal of coal and asphalt lands belonging to the Choctaw tribe. The writer believes that the matter should be settled while there are still older members of the tribe alive, and expresses willingness to assist in the work. The writer also mentions the importance of obtaining the wishes of the tribal members and requests a response from the recipient.

Dates

Creation: 1946-06-22

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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