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Indians of North America--Oklahoma

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 416 Collections and/or Records:

The Fight to Save Yakima Indian Fishing Rights at Celilo Falls , 1951

 Item — Box 11: Series CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 68
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_11_68_0001
Scope and Contents The Yakima Indians are appealing to Honorable Carl Albert to save their fishing rights at Celilo Falls on the Columbia River, which are guaranteed in a treaty from 1855. The construction of the Dalles Dam threatens to destroy these rights, and the Yakima Nation is calling for all appropriations for the dam to be voted against. They argue that the dam would cause irreparable damage to their welfare and is economically unsound. They have legal and moral rights to their fishing locations and have...

The Forgotten American: Addressing the Needs of the Native Population , March 06, 1968

 Item — Box SP 9: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 56
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_9_56_0001
Scope and Contents President Johnson's message on Indian affairs highlights the need for Federal government to address the special responsibilities to Indians. The message proposes legislation to settle land claims, provide compensation, and promote Indian development. It emphasizes the importance of funding all suggestions and respecting Indian culture and self-determination. Additionally, there is a call for better education and assistance to improve conditions for the American Indian population.