Summary of the Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians in March 1959, 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
Item — Box: 45, Folder: 8B
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0005
Summary of the Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians in March 1959, 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
The Executive Council of the National Congress of American Indians met in Washington, D.C. in March 1959 to discuss important issues facing American Indians. They expressed concerns about the termination of Federal protection for Indian tribes, the slow progress of land conservation efforts, lack of adequate funds for land purchase, difficulties in accessing credit, and challenges faced by Alaskan natives post-statehood. The Council also raised issues regarding delays in settling Indian claims against the United States. They urged for legislative action to address these issues and ensure the protection and well-being of Indian communities.
Dates
- 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Extent
3 Pages
Overview
81st (1949-1951); 82nd Congress (1951-1953); 83rd Congress (1953-1955); 84th (1955-1957); 85th (1957-1959)
General
Native Americans
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository