Correspondence Regarding the Navajo Tribe's Livelihood in 1936: Agricultural Plans and Sheep Herding Controversy, 1936-04-25

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 16

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0001

Scope and Contents

Senator Elmer Thomas received a petition from the Navajos of the Burnham Day School regarding conditions affecting their tribe. The Indian Office responded, stating that they are working on a plan to provide a means of livelihood for the tribe through agriculture. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs, John Collier, clarified that the Navajos are not being forced to give up their sheep, but are encouraged to diversify their livelihoods. Senator Thomas expressed willingness to assist the tribe and requested updates from the Indian Office on their actions.

Dates

Creation: 1936-04-25

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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