The Osage Civilization Fund Bill: The Birth and Growth of the Carlisle Indian School, 1939-01-01 - 1939-12-31
Item — Box: 5, Folder: 42
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_42_0002
The text discusses the establishment and growth of the Carlisle Indian School, which was funded initially by the 'Civilization Fund' from the sale of Osage Indian lands in Kansas. The success of the school led to continued support from the Interior Department and Congress, with an average yearly attendance of over 1,000 pupils from more than 80 tribes after 20 years.
Dates
- 1939-01-01 - 1939-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Access Restriction
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Extent
3 Pages
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository