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
Congress 92nd (1971-1973)
Tribal Affiliation Choctaw Indians; Ponca Indians
Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Source
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 (Person)
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository