Supporting Educational Programs for Indian Children in the United States, 1953-04-17

Item — Box: 12, Folder: 18

Identifier: CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0004

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The letter is a discussion between Mr. C. A. Vammen, Supt. of the Cherokee Mission Home in Oaks, Oklahoma, and Hon. Page Belcher, a Representative in the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C., regarding the importance of continuing a well-rounded educational program for Indian children in the United States. Vammen expresses his support for the Department of Indian Affairs and highlights the positive impact of educational support programs for Indian children in Oklahoma. He urges Belcher to support the continuation of such programs for another quarter of a century. Vammen also requests a copy of the subcommittee report on the appropriation bill for the Department of the Interior, specifically the part pertaining to Indian appropriation.