Investigation and Replacements at Chilocco Indian School, 1969-04-08
Item — Box: 141, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0031
The Department of the Interior has ordered the replacement of the Superintendent and Principal of the Chilocco, Oklahoma Indian school due to a thorough investigation of conditions that revealed students being subjected to harsh punishment. The Federal Bureau of Investigation may be involved to check for potential violations of criminal laws. The Assistant Secretary is considering a personal visit to the school and actions will be taken to improve the quality of education and living environment for the students.
Dates
- 1969-04-08
Language of Materials
English
Extent
1 Pages
Overview
91st (1969-1971)
General
Native Americans
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
- TypeCollection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository