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1915: Alaska Natives must renounce cultures to become citizens
Chapter 24, Session Laws of Alaska, recognizes Native peoples as citizens of the Territory of Alaska if they obtain endorsements from five white citizens and have “severed all tribal relationships and adapted the habits of a civilized life.”
- Theme
- Native Rights
- Region
- Arctic, Northwest Coast, Subarctic
The bearer Kah-Chuc-Tee a member of the Hoo-che-noo tribe of indians is so far as we know friendly to the whites and desirous of cultivating friendly relations. As far as our business with him has extended, we have found him trustworthy and honest. Alaska Salmon Co. Fresh Water Bay Sept. 24, 1889
Courtesy Alaska State Library, Kootznoowoo, Inc. Manuscript Collection