Correspondence concerning Legal Dispute Over Pawnee Tribe Leadership , May 5, 1973-September 10, 1974

Item — Box: DP 40, Folder: 6

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_5_40_6_0001

Staff Only

The correspondence is a series of correspondence regarding a dispute within the Pawnee Indian Tribe in Oklahoma regarding the composition of the Pawnee Business Council. The Secretary of the Interior has determined the valid representatives; and there is a pending petition for amendments to the tribal constitution and bylaws. The United States District Court has ruled in favor of the United States and the valid tribal president. The text emphasizes the need for unity and cooperation among tribal members for the benefit of the tribe.

Dates

May 5, 1973-September 10, 1974

Language of Materials

English

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