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Uncovering the Cherokee Indian Genealogy: Opening the Historical Books

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0008

Dates

  • November 15, 1976
  • 94th (1975-1977)

Scope and Contents

The text is a plea to Senator Bellman and Senator Bartlett to help open Cherokee Indian Books dating back to 1700, in order to find information on family members and their Cherokee heritage. The writer provides a family history dating back to 1912 and expresses their desire to be present when the books are opened. The text also includes information on deaths and marriages within the family.

Creator

Bellmon, Henry, 1921-2009

Congress 94th (1975-1977)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence; Indians of North America--Claims

Tribal Affiliation Cherokee Indians
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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