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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
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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