"Concerns Regarding Indian Health Service Appointment in Oklahoma", 1967-02-24

Item — Box: DP 63, Folder: 13

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0028

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Tom Steed, a member of the Congress from Oklahoma, wrote a letter to the Director of the Division of Indian Health expressing concern about the appointment of an executive officer at the Oklahoma City office. He mentioned receiving protests from Indian leaders regarding the appointment and emphasized the importance of selecting someone with Oklahoma background and familiarity with the tribes in the area to maintain a constructive relationship with the Oklahoma Indians.

Dates

1967-02-24

Creator

Steed, Thomas Jefferson, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 4th district (1949-1981), 1904-1983 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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