Lester Chapoose

File — Box: 1, Folder: 3

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Scope and Contents

Mr. Chapoose (b. 1937) tells about his parents and grandparents, the decline of the extended family in tribal culture, picking crops as a young boy, life on the reservation, and attending school at White Rocks. He also discusses alcohol, his experiences in the Navy, the college of Southern Utah, being unemployed in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, and how he became involved in tribal affairs. Other subjects covered are the Central Utah Project, the tribal council, the enrollment controversy, tribal jurisdiction, unemployment, and his views on the future of the tribe. Chapoose also talks about his son, his wife, and various tribal members. 87 pages

Dates

1982-1985

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

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