Proposed Changes to Indian Boarding Schools: A Discussion with Senator Harris, 1970-07-06

File — Box: 197, Folder: 3

Identifier: CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_010

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Senator Fred R. Harris is responding to a letter from Mr. Dick Paris regarding Indian boarding schools. Harris clarifies that he is not in favor of closing schools such as Chilocco and Bacone, but rather opposes transporting young Indian children far from their homes to attend boarding schools. He mentions his efforts to secure funding for the Eufaula Boarding School and increase funding for Indian schools. Mr. Paris expresses approval of Harris' proposal to build schools on reservations for Indian children to attend at home, but seeks clarification on whether colleges like Chilocco and Bacone would be affected.

Dates

1970-07-06

Creator

Harris, Fred R., 1930- (Person)

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