Civil Rights Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian Boarding School, 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
Item — Box: 141, Folder: 9
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0043
Civil Rights Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian Boarding School, 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
The civil rights division of the justice department is investigating charges of mistreatment of students at the Chilocco Indian boarding school. The school's superintendent, Dr. Leon Wall, is being accused of physical abuse and negligence, but some believe he is being unfairly targeted. The school is facing criticism for inadequate funding and staffing, as well as a lack of control over discipline and alcohol use among students. Law enforcement officers have defended the school's personnel in discipline matters. The investigation is ongoing to determine if there have been violations of federal civil rights laws.
Dates
- 1950-01-01 - 1959-12-31
Language of Materials
English
Extent
1 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