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Concerns Regarding Indian School Lunch Program

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_63_39_0009

Dates

  • October 3, 1967
  • 90th (1967-1969)

Scope and Contents

The letter from Congressman Carl Albert addresses concerns about the limited funds allocated for meals for indigent Indian pupils in Oklahoma. The letter discusses the challenges faced by schools in providing free meals and suggests that affected families discuss their inability to pay with school officials. The letter also mentions revisions to the school lunch program and the hardship it may cause for some Indian families. Congressman Albert expresses a willingness to assist and seeks information from the Director of Indian Education to address the issues raised by constituents.

Extent

7 pages

Creator

Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000

Congress 90th (1967-1969)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Indians of North America--Claims

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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