Empowering Indian Employment: A Call for Training Programs, 1958-09-10

Item — Box: 30, Folder: 27a

Identifier: CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013

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The letter dated September 10, 1958, addressed to Mr. McVicker's from R.A. Parker, a member of the Executive Committee of the Oklahoma Indian Mission Club, discusses the issue of Indian employment and the need for training programs. Parker mentions a small industrial plant willing to employ Indian labor, Pon Key Potteries, and requests assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in financing a training program for various tribes. Parker emphasizes the importance of training Indians to help themselves rather than relying on donations. The letter requests immediate assistance and expresses gratitude for any help provided.