Letter of Appeal: Seeking Justice and Fairness for Indian Rights and Property
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_007_2_7_12_0006
Dates
- 77th (1941-1943)
Scope and Contents
The text is a letter written by Lyle H. Boren to Bluford M. Gentry addressing Gentry's concerns about difficulties with the Indian Department. Boren mentions introducing a resolution for a Congressional investigation into Indian laws and rights. Gentry shares his personal struggles with his children being taken away from him by a guardian, W.R. Roberson, and expresses his desire for his children to receive a proper education. Gentry also mentions his son being influenced by others and getting into trouble. He asks for help and support from Boren in resolving the situation and ensuring his children's well-being.
Creator
Non-specified
Congress 77th (1941-1943)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Congress 77th (1941-1943)
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress
Tribal Affiliation Creek Indians; Seminole Indians
Source
- Boren, Lyle H., 1909-1992 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository