Indian Appropriation Bill. Hearings Before a Subcommittee of the Committee on Indian Affairs of the House of Representatives, December 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 13, 14, 1917

This volume contains the complete record of the hearings before a subcommittee of the Committee on Indian Affairs of the House of Representatives regarding the Indian Appropriation Bill in December 1917. It provides a detailed look into the legislative process surrounding Native American policy during the early 20th century. The testimony and discussions found within offer valuable insights into the concerns, debates, and decisions shaping the relationship between the U.S. government and Native American tribes at the time. Researchers interested in Native American history, U.S. legislative history, and government policy will find this a crucial primary source. The hearings delve into specific appropriations, land rights, and the administration of Indian affairs, revealing the complex dynamics between various stakeholders. This document preserves a critical moment in the ongoing dialogue between the federal government and Native American communities, making it an indispensable resource for understanding the historical context of contemporary issues.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.