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Letter of Contempt: Response to Mr. Jimmy Sam

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0013

Dates

  • May 24, 1971
  • 92nd (1971-1973)

Scope and Contents

The letter is a response to Mr. Jimmy Sam's letter regarding the drafting of rules and regulations for the upcoming Choctaw tribal election. The writer, Chief Harry J.W. Belvin, accuses Mr. Sam of trying to dictate the election procedures and expresses contempt for his actions. Chief Belvin also questions Mr. Sam's credentials as an Indian and warns him of a potential political battle. The letter is signed by Chief Belvin and copies are sent to various people and organizations.

Creator

Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986; Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987

Congress 92nd (1971-1973)

Tribal Affiliation Choctaw Indians; Ponca Indians

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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