Correspondence and Observations on the Educational Conditions in the Navajo Reservation, 1946, 1946-03-05

Item — Box: 11, Folder: 18

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0002

Scope and Contents

The letter discusses the poor educational conditions of the Navajo Reservation and requests assistance from Senator Elmer Thomas. Senator Thomas expresses willingness to help and mentions the difference in education between Oklahoma Indians and Navajos. A report on the Navajo Reservation schools is enclosed, and there is a commitment to continue helping the Navajo people.

Dates

Creation: 1946-03-05

Creator

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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