The Controversy of Boxing in Schools: A Congressional Inquiry
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0010
Dates
- November 24, 1954
- 83rd (1953-1955)
Scope and Contents
The text is a series of communications regarding the issue of permitting a boxing team at Chilocco Indian School. Page Belcher, a member of Congress, is inquiring about the status of the investigation on the matter. The Bureau of Indian Affairs responds, citing medical and social research that supports banning boxing in schools due to the hazards it poses to students' health. Belcher expresses disappointment with the decision and shares the resolution governing boxing from the Joint Committee on Health Problems in Education, which advises against conducting interscholastic boxing contests.
Creator
Non-specified
Congress 83rd (1953-1955)
Policy Area Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Osage Indians
Congress 83rd (1953-1955)
Policy Area Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Indians of North America--Oklahoma
Tribal Affiliation Osage Indians
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Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository