Correspondence on the Need for Music Education in Oklahoma Indian Schools in 1935, 1935-11-08

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 6

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0003

Scope and Contents

The letter is requesting musical instruments and instructors be provided for the Euchee Indian School and River Side Indian School in Oklahoma. They express concern that music education has been neglected in these institutions and ask for the matter to receive personal attention from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs. They believe that developing the students' musical talent is important for preparing them for their future tasks.

Dates

Creation: 1935-11-08

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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