Lookout, Fred, Principal Chief of the Osage Nation, 1861-1949
Person
Biographical
Fred Lookout (ca. 1861 – 1949) was an Osage Nation politician who served several terms as the principal chief of the nation. Lookout served as principal chief three times: 1913–1914, 1916–1918, and from 1924 until his death in 1949.
Osage Indians
Osage Indians
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Proposed Legislation Concerning Osage Indian Affairs , February 23, 1948
Item — Folder: 4
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_4_27_0001
Scope and Contents
The letter from Fred Lookout, Principal Chief of the Osage Tribal Council, expresses concern about a bill introduced by Congressman George B. Schwabe without consultation with the council. The council is opposed to the bill and is seeking support from Congressman Carl Albert to defend the rights of the Osage people. The bill, H.R. 5491, relates to the tribal and individual affairs of the Osage Indians of Oklahoma.