_ __ _____ __ _ __ ___ ____ _ __ ___ ' ) / / ') / / ) ' ) ) / ) / ' ) ) / ) / / / / / / /--/ / / / ___ / / / / ___ (_(_/ (__/ ( / (_ / (_ (___/ '__/_ / (_ (___/ ' O ____ _ , ___ _ , ___ O o O / ' ) / / ) ' ) / / ' O o O / /-< / /--/ /-- VOLUME 04, ISSUE 019 O o o o o O __/_ / ) (___/ / ( (___, 11 May 1996 O o O O o O K A N O H E D A A N I Y V W I Y A O ( N A T I V E A M E R I C A N N E W S ) This issue contains articles from TRIBALLAW, MINN-IND, AISESnet, NATCHAT & NATIVE-L listservers; UUCP & Genie email Articles appearing have been previously posted for public dissemination and/or permission for inclusion has been secured. Letters of authorization are on file. A list of those granting permission to repost their words in this issue are listed at the end of part A. I thank each of you for allowing your words to be shared with the people. <----<<<< >>>>----> This newsletter is a way of keeping the brothers and sisters who share our Spirit informed about current events within the lives of those who walk the Red Road. Thanks to Don Rayment ,don.rayment@uptowne.com, Wotanging Ikche/ Kanoheda Aniyvwiya is being redistributed via a listserver. If you would like to receive Wotanging Ikche via the listserver, you can send a message to listserv@uptowne.com and include, in the body of your message "sub wotanging.ikche " Thanks to Marc Becker and David Cole issues of Wotanging Ikche/ Kanoheda Aniyvwiya are being archived at a World-Wide-Web site. The URL is http://web.maxwell.syr.edu/nativeweb/journals/nanews "I am Shawnee. My forefathers were warriors. Their son is a warrior. From them I take my only existence, from my tribe I take nothing. I am the maker of my own fortune, and Oh! that I could make that of my Red People, and of my country, as great as the conceptions of my mind, when I think of the Spirit that rules the universe...." "The Being within, communing with pas ages, tells me that once, nor until lately, there was no whiteman on this continent, that it all belonged to the Great Spirit that made them to keep it, to traverse it, to enjoy its productions, and to fill it with the same race, once a happy race; since made miserable by the white people, who are never contented but always encroaching." __ Chief Tecumseh, Shawnee +- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -+ | Indian Pledge of Allegiance | The Indian Pledge of Alleg- | | iance was first presented | I pledge allegiance to my Tribe,| on 2 December '93 during the | to the democratic principles | opening address of the Nat- | of the Republic | ional Congress of American | and to the individual freedoms | Indian Tribal-States Relat- | borrowed from the Iroquois and | ions Panel in Reno, NV. NCAI | Choctaw Confederacies, | plans distribution of the | as incorporated in the United | Indian Pledge to all Indian | States Constitution, | Nations. | so that my forefathers | | shall not have died in vain | Walk in Beauty! Night Owl +- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -+ O'siyo Brothers and Sisters! I am reminded by a brother to keep the date, June 21, 1996 before the People. This day of Prayer, this day of prophecy is being honored by as many People as the mind can count. If you will not be on the Yankton Reservation, be in a Sacred place and Pray for the People. There is a beautiful four-legged at my feet. She lies there, aware there are wheels that can pinch and bring pain to her if I roll the chair in almost any direction. She is there to be near me, and she trusts, absolutely, that I will not harm her. She believes to the depths of her fuzzy spirit I will honor the trust she places in me. We must all find it in our hearts to have that same total trust in the gifts and messages of Creator. There is a lot of confusion and conflict among the People now. If we listen to that one, still, quiet voice instead of the rumors the confusion will quiet. The deceivers will have lost their purchase, and we can rekindle the proud heritage of our Ancestors. Peace! Night Owl , , Gary Night Owl gars@genie.geis.com (*,*) P. O. Box 672168 gars@netcom.com (`-') Marietta, GA 30067, U.S.A. gars@igc.apc.org ===w=w=== ----------- News of the people featured in this issue ---------- Part A: Usenet and e-mail Part B: NATCHAT and NATIVE-L lists - Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma v Tulsa - Conferences and Powwows - online - Call to Return to Traditional Ways - NY State Taxation Issue - This Country - NAs and the Justice System - More Illegal Mt. Graham Destruction - White Earth Conspiracy Trial - Alternative Medicine Elimination - White Earth Treaty Rights Case - ICWA Attacked - Federal Cabinet OK's Nunavut - Tunnel Vision - Gitxsan: Supreme Court Decision - NA Inventors, Achievers and Games - Native America Calling Schedule - Join the Circle - Dream Catchers - Poem: The Children Of Indians - Verse: Hawai'ian Book of Days - Conferences and Powwows - offline --------- "RE: Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma v Tulsa" --------- Date: Tue, 30 Apr 1996 12:36:16 -0700 (PDT) From: Eric Brunner Subj: Fwd: Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma v Tulsa re: Water Mailing List: TRIBALLAW (triballaw@thecity.sfsu.edu) Oki all, This from alt.native/soc.culture.native. I think that some of us Westerners have Tribal Water Law experience that the CNofOK may be benefited by. Let me know if you've got any ideas, or contact Joe Byrd's office or the counsel's office for the CNofOK directly. Kitakitamatsinohpowaw (I'll see you again), -- Eric Brunner From: Cherokee Observer Newsgroups: alt.native,soc.culture.native Subj: FYI--"Cherokee Nation says it never legally gave away water rights" by Donna Hales, Muskogee Phoenix The following article was published Saturday, April 27, 1996 in the Muskogee Phoenix. It was written by Phoenix Staff Writer Donna Hales. "The Cherokee Nation is looking into whether it should be compensated for millions of dollars worth of water that the city of Tulsa is using from Lake Eucha and Spavinaw Creek. Cherokee National Councilor Barbara Starr Scott said it appears the tribe never legally gave away its water rights to the Eucha or Spavinaw. Spavinaw Creek is a tributary of Grand River. The State Conversation Commission in the early 1900s granted the Grand Hydro-Electric Co. the right to construct a dam across the Grand River. The dam formed Grand Lake in Deleware County. A dispute arose in 1988 between the city of Tulsa over control of Spavinaw Creek. The State Conservation Commission granted the city of Tulsa the "entire flow" of Spavinaw creek in 1922. But the 1948 Indian Right of Way Act may have a bearing on whether Tulsa has a right to the water without compensating the Cherokees. Congress passed the 1948 Indian Right of Way Act, which provides that the US secretary of the Interior will grant rights of way across Indian land, with the condition that just compensation be paid and the Indian tribe or individual owner consent, according to the Kenwood Research Project which studies the legal issues of some of Tulsa's water acquisitions. The act does not specifically repeal any prior acts of Congress regulating state acquisition of rights of way on Indian land. As a result, experts are split on the question of whether the act was intended to replace or supplement existing congressional policy. Starr Scott said Cherokee Nation leaders have been discussing this issue. They believe the Tulsa case may be the best one to use to challenge the taking of tribal water, she said. It appears Tulsa has been getting almost twice as much water as actually allowed and millions of dollars are at stake, Starr Scott said. She will ask the tribal council to look into the matter and believes Principal Chief Joe Byrd, who is out of the country this week, will be agreeable. "He just hasn't focused on it yet", she said. Starr Scott, who lives in Delaware County, said she gets more calls from Cherokees who need septic tanks or water wells than about anything else. "This water we probably own is going to the city of Tulsa," she said. "People in Tulsa have a bathroom, so they assume everyone else has." Another issue the Cherokees are pursuing is whether former Chief W.W. Keeler had the right to convey an easement in the 1950s at a time when the Cherokees didn't have a constitution. Muskogee lawyer I.V. Watkins said he has been a consultant to several of the Five Civilized Tribes on their water rights in Oklahoma. He sat in on some of the Cherokee meetings. "My general opinion, after research, indicates that the Indians have a very valid interest in water in Oklahoma--all tribes", he said. He said a couple of the tribes he is working with have addressed the issue with the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. "I don't think there is any official response, but a willingness to talk", Watkins said. -----------------The End------ THIS INFORMATION POSTED COURTESY OF THE CHEROKEE OBSERVER, Your only independent Cherokee newspaper. "Don't wait until election time to find out what's really going on...subscribe today!" --------- "RE: Call to Return to Traditional Ways" --------- Date: Sat, 4 May 1996 14:46:30 -0500 From: feather eaglerock Subj: call to return to traditional ways Mailing List: Minnesota Indian Affairs Aniin anishinabeg, I am a 100% disabled veteran "Warrior" Leech Lake Pillager Shinob. I see our country is in turmoil and some people cannot see it going on. Weather storms caused from the timber industry clearcutting, crime, polluted air, greed, no respect, racism, dishonesty, cheating on our own people, etc. We are seven years in debt or longer here in the U.S.A. And our Leech Lake rez is in the same shoes as our country. The traditional way of our people, "our Native Americans" was to be governed by our elders; some people would say wise men and wise women. They used spirituality in their gathering ceremonies, all different kinds of ceremonies and tribal meetings. They used the peace pipe at all these meeting places on their reservations and at their tribal meeting place. To purify themselves with good intentions for their people at these council meetings. And each tribal councilman asked for guidance from the Creator as each passed the pipe to one another in the circle of the tribal meeting The four elements were used by the spiritual man, medicine man at these gatherings. They used to call these tribal meetings sau-ga-sway-e-ding. Pipe and tobacco offerings to the Creator before meetings. As the pipe was passed around in the circle in a spiritual way as offerings to the Creator. And that pipe meant a lot to them in making them role models for their people. And they sang and danced in harmony after their tribal meetings. They served their people well. We live on the Rez and let this be our way of life. Today we don't see this kind of spirituality at meetings. Everything is held in secret, which is wrong for our people. Let us go back to our traditional ways by using and saying sau-ge-sway-e-ding. The pipe and tobacco ceremonies at the tribal gatherings. Asking the creator to guide us as the elders did long ago at our tribal meetings. I say 'our' because they looked ahead for their future grandchildren. Let us make it this way for our children's children. Let us build for them in our forgotten spiritual traditional way of life. This is the kind of life we need in our tribal government; the L.L. Rez Leadership --- role models with Spiritual honesty. Caring and sharing is what we need. For instance, the potlatch of the northwest coastal chiefs. It is a giveaway celebration from the head chief. Giving away his wealth, everything he has, to his people. As our ancestors have said, long ago: What you give away you will always receive back in a good way. Sau-ge-sway-e-ding traditional versus R.T.C. Meeting the non-traditional way. I see boo-coun-nah-shay-nob-bey, wan-nah-bees, and red apples running for office and in leadership positions. Sobriety was our traditional way of life before the white man came here. Whiskey, alcohol was used to buy off native land, furs, etc. from the time the white man walked unto our shores until even today. There are recent alcohol, martini lunches, and parties on our reservations at meetings of the tribal council. This is why there was going to be a bar/lounge within our sacred grounds of the Veterans Memorial Grounds. There is now mention of a golf course on our rez. Do our elders play golf ? Or do our young children play golf ? We do not get anything per capita from the Casinos. So, we would not get anything from the hotel or golf course. We don't benefit. And the enrolled members would lose out again. This is because the boo-coun-nah-shay-nob-bey, wan-nah-bees, red apples do not look into the future of our grandchildren, and great grandchildren the way our ancestors did. We need to go backward to where we started to advance forward too fast, back to where we left our traditional way behind and take it back up again. I wanted to get the First Nations for Sobriety started here on the rez, some people in the C.D. program said it was too spiritual. Read the 12 steps -- how many times is god used in the Serenity Prayer ? They said it was hurting the white man's image and offending them (the white people) by using "First Nations for Sobriety." So they changed the name of "First Nations for Sobriety" to "Sober Eagles." I never heard of a drunken eagle or ever saw one. Never! First Nations were sober nations until the white man came. I say we do not need boo-coun-nah-shay-nob-bey, wan-nah-bees, red apples for leadership or as role models. This is why our rez is like it is today. Greed has traveled from the time of the the white man landing and it is here now. We need a new Rez Constitution, new role models. Our rez is deep in debt like the U.S.A. It's going to take time to straighten our rez money problems out. Some are already making promises for higher wages, $7.00, etc. The rez had to get money somewhere else to pay some employees. So why should some people make promises when there's no money. Long ago when someone did something wrong in an Indian village, like taking someone's wife. They were outcasts for good. That is how strict it was and governed by our elders, ancestors. We had strong traditional ways. And we should have them now at this time of crisis. Our veterans are not respected or honored. There are homeless veterans on this rez. Direct Home Loans from the Veteran's Administration have been at a standstill between the tribe, Rez and the V.A. for over a year. The M.O.U. (Memorandum of Understanding ) between the tribe and the V.A has been sitting at the Housing Office for over a year gathering dust and cobwebs, waiting for presentation to the V.A. Maybe they are still trying to figure out on how they are going to beat the veterans out of monies. They have been working on this for about 3 1/2 years. As I said before, there's talk of a golf course. A luxury item for the able bodied well-off. Not for our elders, our veterans, and young children. And I bet, there will be a bar or lounge there also. Our leaders do not realize there is a high rate of F.A.S. and F.A.E. (fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol effect) on our reservation. Our future depends on these young ones as our positive role models. The health of our elders and children should come first instead of our leaders' luxuries. Like the luxuries they have already bought in the past. I've heard a lot about Indian Time in the past. That tradition is lost. People make fun of it today. I've heard there will be more pow wows if some certain people get into tribal offices. Pow wows (gathering of the people to celebrate) were traditional in our cultural way before the chi-moo-ki-ma-nug came here. Spirituality was our way of life way before the white man set their foot on our Turtle Island. Sobriety was our traditional life before the white man came here. We have sobriety at pow wows; unity with each other and healing with togetherness. It is a reminder of who we are and not to forget who we are. Some of us have forgotten this and forgotten who we really are. We never knew what greed was. We never cheated our own people. We only cared and shared for one another. I was baptized in the Catholic religion. That was all right until into my elder years. I thought a lot about the religions. My god, my Creator hasn't changed. I believe strongly in my spirituality. I thought back how Christianity tried to change my life when I was young. Our hair was cut, we were punished when we spoke our language. They said we worshiped the devil when we talked in our Ojibwe language. In our tradition, our culture, our spirituality; the braid meant "the three strands of life" -- mind, body, and spirit. That was our spiritual reminder when we wore those braids and now today we have begun to remember the old ways when wearing braids. To this day, Christianity is being taught in the Chiapas region of Mexico in the same way they taught us native people long ago. I know the meaning of the Indian Prayer songs and they are good words. But the Indian way is a good way. The white man has never broken our spirit in the past 500 years. We had good leadership before the white man came. We need to stress the education for our children, so that we could have our own self government. We don't need white people in our offices running things. Greed. It's here. We are having problems over it, to this day. Greed doesn't work here, it was brought here when the first Europeans first stepped on our shores. And some of the education is used the boo-coun-nah-shay-nob-bey bureaucratic way. As I said before, our people were outcasts if anyone done wrong to their people in the villages or their band. Veterans with bad discharges, ex-convicts, alcohol and drug users should not hold office . They are bad role models for our people, youngsters, elders, etc. This should be put in our tribal constitution. Greed does not fit in. It is foreign to the traditional way of our people. "Where as, here as, etc. proclamations" came from the white man when they started making rules and started to take our land away! That bureaucratic way is being used today on our rez. Let us return our way, as our ancestors governed, to our own ways. Let us be she-nob-bey again. It was a good life long ago. Me gwetch Bernard J. Rock, Sr. RR 2 Box 268E Cass Lake, Minnesota 56633 Leech Lake Pillager Band email: eaglerok@northernnet.com feather eaglerock, leech lake rez english is a foreign language. reclaim the language of your people and send it to the future as your gift to your grandchildren's grandchildren. di-ka-ne'-tsv a'-qua-tse'-li ha-htv-gi, wa-do' do-da-da-go'-hv --------- "RE: This Country" --------- Date: 96/04/30 21:59 From: Lorraine A. Milo (l.milo@genie.com) Subj: This Country Genie email O'siyo Night Owl, If you find this letter worthy would you please share it with the people. I am writing because I am angry and frustrated, I have heard nothing over the past few months that makes me want to smile either. From Leonard Peltier to the latest atrocity the raid on a powwow. What is next? Have we all forgotten what it means to walk this path or are we so afraid that we will be arrested or harassed that we fall into line like little soldiers and behave correctly. This country is supposed to be the "model of democracy at work", or at least that is what the higher ups keep telling the rest of the world, yet this country is the least free. One by one our lands, our rights, our religious freedom, our language, our dress, our customs have all been taken from us. If you can carry an Eagle feather, it must be with a card, sanctioned by the government of this country. That law was originally for the protection of the Eagle and to stop the slaughter many years ago, but that is not how we got the feather. We did not slaughter the Eagle for his feathers, you waited until it gifted you with one. The white man slaughtered the Eagle, not us. Now we must hide everything that is sacred or precious to us if we do not carry the proper identification. I have watched over the years, and there have been a few, all the youth of our different Nations grow and mature into fine young adults but they are all wandering around as if in a daze, not knowing what to do, how to do it, or where they can do it. This country states that all persons have religious, ethnic, cultural freedom, except us. When the civil rights of any citizen are stepped on the whole country gets up in arms and says NO, you can't do that, yet we keep turning the other cheek and saying okay you can do that once again, we will believe you this time. How many times will it take before all the great First Nations of this country band together and say I have had enough. We teach our children that we are all related and that all we do will affect everything around us, well the time has come to start teaching the children that instead of reacting to all that happens, proact and do something first that they will never expect. They expect that if we all are given crumbs from the masters table we will stay quiet, well, I will stay quiet no more. We must join together now and stop the atrocities from happening. The more we are afraid to let those in authority know who we are, the more control they will have over us. We have given all there is to give. Our Mother cannot carry any more of the blood of innocents, she is saturated and we must now carry the blood for her. We teach the children to be proud of who they are and then tell them hide all what is precious so it does not get taken away and then we wonder why are the young people confused. All the prophecies are coming to pass, and man is destroying himself and everything around him, are we going to be part of the destruction or part of the cure. WE have a choice. One person cannot do it alone but one and one magically makes two. They are tearing the Sacred Hoop apart in the hopes of tearing us apart and we have to stop it now. Don't be afraid of what they can take away, they have taken all there is to take, now is the time to take back. I pray every day that this can happen in my lifetime, but if it does not, then so be it, for if it doesn't happen soon there will be no life left. The only way man can go forward is to go back, and we have to stand together in a circle and stop all that is happening around us, for we have the power to do it. My Grandmother never forget, all the Grandmothers before her never forgot and this Grandmother will not forget what it was like and how it can be again. WILL YOU FORGET? Grandmother Walks Softly --------- "RE: More Illegal Mt. Graham Destruction" --------- Date: Wed, 1 May 1996 16:03:16 -0700 From: silver@indirect.com (Robin Silver) Subj: More Illegal Mt. Graham Habitat Destruction UUCP email Robin D. Silver, M.D., F.A.C.E.P., P.O. Box 39382, Phoenix, AZ 85069-9382 Telephone: (602) 246-4170, Fax: (602) 249-2576, Email: silver@indirect.com TO: Mt. Graham Coalition MESSAGE:May 1, 1996 Illegal Salvage Operation Undertaken Around Mt. Graham Telescopes to Destroy Habitat Ongoing Habitat Destruction Blatantly Exceeds Congressionally Authorized Acreage Destruction For years, the University of Arizona has been attempting to expand its "toe hold" on Mt. Graham. Now, under the guise of fighting a fire more than a mile away, UA is removing all standing snags, and is removing all "dead and down" woody material from a 50 foot perimeter surrounding its telescope facility. UA is also trimming the branches of all living trees to the level of approximately 10 feet above the ground from a 50 foot perimeter surrounding the facility. Permission to undertake this sham "fire fighting" salvage operation around the perimeter of the telescope came from Coronado National Forest Fire Management Officer Richard Kvale. Mr. Kvale is the former Safford District Ranger who (1) in 1993, abruptly changed of the maps for the Webb Peak, Grant Vista, Mill Site, and Upper Cunningham Mexican spotted owl management territories to accommodate the University's request to move the Columbus telescope to Owl Peak, or Peak 10,298, (2) who, on December 7, 1993, led the illegal, covert destruction of more than 500 old growth trees on East Emerald Peak, (3) who, in a 1994 affidavit filed on behalf of the telescope project, lied about the number of trees that he destroyed, (4) who, in 1994, filed an Affidavit on behalf of the telescope project, stating that reforestation on Mt. Graham will be successful, and will be of no future consequence, and (5) who in 1995, lied under oath claiming that a Court Order providing for "an observer on the mountain" required Forest Service permission for fulfillment. On August 31, 1987, the Fish & Wildlife Service stated, "impacts on Emerald Peak could not be reduced below jeopardy with reasonable and prudent alternatives." The ongoing Clark Peak fire on Mt. Graham further accentuates the critical importance of not fragmenting the heart of the most valuable Mt. Graham red squirrel habitat for astronomical work that can be done less destructively elsewhere. The Forest Service has requested a retroactive formal consultation of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to evaluate these activities. There never has been a full professional and lawful consultation on the effects fragmenting the East Emerald Peak area. --------- "RE: Alternative Medicine Elimination" --------- Date: Tue, 7 May 1996 02:21:01 -0600 From: Ondamitag@aol.com Subj: SB1028 & HB3303 - Alternative Medicine Elimination Mailing List: AISESnet Discussion List (aisesnet@victor.umt.edu) Hello all, I am laying this on all of you - as many of you know I use to put out the Chautauqua and hope to be doing so again soon. I just received a call about Senate Bill 1028 & House Bill 3303 - It is my understanding that these bills are an attempt to eliminate all forms of alternative medicine in this country. As a person that treats themselves herbally, I do not feel that our government - nor any other person has a right to tell me how I must relate to plants. Medicine is spiritual and physical and much more. I would be interested in reading the text of the bills if anyone can find them - I could not - I really want to look at these to see if Native America is protected or if this is another way of grinding religion under business shoes. I personally oppose these bills and will be calling on the wisconsin Congressional officers to oppose this bill! Please do the same and lets take a serious look at this one. Thanks Timm Severud Ondamitagos (causes others to lose track of time by talking) - - - - - - - - - - From: tijc02!SMROUTER!COLEMAN%JOCY1%SIAMAIL%MSROUTER@uunet.uu.net Timm, The information that you seek can be found on the Internet. For Bills http://thomas.loc.gov/home/c104query.html One can search by bill, keywords or list a number of Bills by type. You can also download the Bill. For Budget http://www.doc.gov.inquery/BudgetFY96/BudgetFY96.html If I can be of further assistance please let me know.. Thanks, TaCe Timothy D. Coleman ET, AT (Tsalagi, Eswa) Compuserve: 102467.201@compuserve.com Internet: coleman%tijc02@uunet.uu.net --------- "RE: ICWA Attacked" --------- Date: Fri, 3 May 1996 00:01:18 -0700 (PDT) From: Alan Mandell Subj: ICWA attacked (fwd) +++ Originally sent by ICWALAW@MAROON.TC.UMN.EDU +++ Mailing List: TRIBALLAW (triballaw@thecity.sfsu.edu) ICWA UNDER ATTACK--LETTERS NEEDED NOW!! The following bill was introduced in the House on April 23, 1996, and as we understand will be brought to the floor of the House for a vote on May 8 with absolutely no hearings or tribal input. We urge that concerned person contact their Representatives immediately and urge them to vote this bill down with the ICWA language in it (the bill is otherwise okay without the ICWA language as it provides a tax credit for certain adoption expenses, IMHO): H.R.3286 Adoption Promotion and Stability Act of 1996 (Introduced in the House) TITLE III--CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS AFFECTED BY THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT OF 1978 SEC. 301. INAPPLICABILITY OF THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT OF 1978 TO CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING A CHILD WHOSE PARENTS DO NOT MAINTAIN AFFILIATION WITH THEIR INDIAN TRIBE. Title I of the Indian Child Welfare Act (25 U.S.C. 1911 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: `SEC. 114. (a) This title does not apply to any child custody proceeding involving a child who does not reside or is not domiciled within a reservation unless-- `(1) at least one of the child's biological parents is of Indian descent; and `(2) at least one of the child's biological parents maintains significant social, cultural, or political affiliation with the Indian tribe of which either parent is a member. `(b) The factual determination as to whether a biological parent maintains significant social, cultural, or political affiliation with the Indian tribe of which either parent is a member shall be based on such affiliation as of the time of the child custody proceeding. `(c) The determination that this title does not apply pursuant to subsection (a) is final, and, thereafter, this title shall not be the basis for determining jurisdiction over any child custody proceeding involving the child.'. SEC. 302. MEMBERSHIP AND CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS. Title I of the Indian Child Welfare Act (25 U.S.C. 1911 et seq.), as amended by section 301 of this title, is further amended by adding at the end the following: `SEC. 115. (a) A person who attains the age of 18 years before becoming a member of an Indian tribe may become a member of an Indian tribe only upon the person's written consent. `(b) For the purposes of any child custody proceeding involving an Indian child, membership in an Indian tribe shall be effective from the actual date of admission to membership in the Indian tribe and shall not be given retroactive effect.'. SEC. 303. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this title shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and shall apply with respect to any child custody proceeding in which a final decree has not been entered as of such date. ######################################## On April 25, 1996, the Honorable Rep. Pryce uttered the following remarks on the House floor: (Ms. PRYCE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. PRYCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with just one illustration of the absolute tragedy and heartbreak being experienced right now by countless children and their families due to the misapplication of the Indian Child Welfare Act, or ICWA . A couple from my district in Columbus, OH, adopted twin girls. Both biological parents consented and even chose this family that they wanted the girls to be placed with. After 6 months, as they went on to finalize the adoption, they found out that it was being contested under ICWA, which gives the tribe the final say in custody proceedings involving Indian children. Although only one of the twins great-great-great-grandparents was native American, a judge in California ruled that that was enough to trigger ICWA . These stories are commonplace and have to end. As a result of this misapplication of the law, two little girls almost 3 years old now still await the permanence and stability of the only family they have ever known, and they fear what fate might await them at the hands of the court. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support the Adoption Stability Act of 1996. ###################### The above is simply false. Tribes do not have the final say in voluntary adoption proceedings (how could they since they do not have the right to intervene or receive notice of adoption proceedings under ICWA). Her amendment would do untold damage to Indian children, families, and tribes as it would apply to not just adoption proceedings, but foster care proceedings as well. P.S. For you tribal law folks, hello. I'm new to the group and thought this info might be of interest. Our office is in an intense court battle over the whole issue of who defines what it means to be "Indian"--tribes or adoption agencies. I am not at liberty to discuss the details of the case, but I can say that adoption attorneys have put together a coordinated national campaign against ICWA, they are supporting this legislation, and they are circulating legal briefs, cases, etc., around to other anti-ICWA adoption attorneys. I know since the EXACT legal arguments used in the Rost (Bridget R) case have been used against our client Indian family in our court case. These guys are serious. Thanks for listening. Mark D. Fiddler Executive Director Indian Child Welfare Law Center 612-879-9165 (voice) 612-879-0323 (fax) --------- "RE: Tunnel Vision" --------- Date: Thu, 2 May 1996 06:33:09 -0700 (PDT) From: "Stephen W. Russell" Subj: RE: Fwd: Tunnel Vision -Reply Mailing List: TRIBALLAW (triballaw@thecity.sfsu.edu) Like someone else earlier in the thread, when I read the original post, I knew some folks were going to hit the ceiling. Reminds me of the time I referred to myself as "part Cherokee" instead of "mixed-blood Cherokee" in front of someone for whom the terminology was a big deal. Well, I understand that the terminology is a window to the "Which side are you on?" question--which is the real one--but I sometimes wonder if it is necessary to hit so hard to make the point. When Mankiller was Principal Chief, she made the policy decision that since there is strength in numbers, the CNO would reach out to all persons of Cherokee blood regardless of their upbringing. Whether her call was good tribal policy, only time will tell, but that was the policy and the number of enrolled Cherokees has increased dramatically. I myself was raised in the Muscogee Nation near the Cherokee Nation border- -still in an Indian milieu, but nothing like Tahlequah, where I would like to retire. Some of what it means to be Cherokee, I have gleaned from relatives and some from books. But back when I lived in Oklahoma and my name was "Teehee," I had no choice about which side I was on. Now I do, and I have chosen to be a mixed blood Cherokee rather than "part Indian." It is theoretically true that someone who has always been outwardly Euro and has never lived in Indian Country cannot be bound to Indian-ness in the same way. It is also true that some of the worst depredations in our history were inflicted by kindly liberals. The question in this thread is painful, but I tend to shake it down in favor of giving everyone credit for good intentions. I sure do get sick and tired of hearing about the "Cherokee princess" in somebody's family and sometimes I point out that my family's allotments were over the Glenn Pool and then ask where theirs were but from everything I have read and seen first hand Cherokees have no history of interest in skin color. We intermarried with whites and blacks and now the blood is spread a bit thin but, hey, we aren't AKC poodles and love really is blind--e.g., Montagues and Capulets. I have seen people claiming mixed Cherokee and Osage blood, which makes geographical sense (in terms of where the U.S. put the two tribes) but little historical/cultural sense. But having seen with my own eyes Tonkawas and Comanches smoking the pipe, eating and praying together, I am convinced that the rivalries caused (Cherokee/Osage) or exacerbated (Tonkawa/Comanche) by Euro expansion are dead or dying. One of the exceptions plays out on this list now and then, and is really painful reading for one like myself who has been treated with great kindness by members of both tribes. So if that charred cinder of a person who started this is still interested, e-mail me privately and I will give you some addresses for the tribal bureaucracy and some clues about finding your relatives on the rolls. You know, friends, if the government (U.S.) did not claim the authority to define us, we would not be having this conversation and a Cherokee would just be anybody regardless of color or blood who lives among Cherokees or maintains ties to relatives who do. Yours with a "Here we go again" sigh, Steve Russell --------- "RE: NA Inventors, Achievers and Games" --------- Date: 03 May 1996 08:51:44 -0700 From: "Valerie R Little" Subj: NA Inventors, Achievers, and Games Mailing List: AISESnet Discussion List (aisesnet@victor.umt.edu) Ya'at'eeh ta'anoltso (hello everyone), I'm writing to ask for your help. Every year, Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) sponsors American Heritage Week, a time of sharing cultures. Here is what I need help with: there are two activities I would like for the NA Group to enter, the Inventor's/Achiever's Museum and Game Day. I think it would be great for the NAs to share and be recognized for their inventions, achievements, and games. These two activities require research, which I have very little time for right now. So, I'm sending this email to AISESnet for ideas because I know this is a great way to reach NAs. I also think this is a great way for us AISES people to learn about our people. Please send replies to both AISESnet_General@umt.umt. edu and email address below. The Inventor's/Achiever's Museum is suppose to have 10-15 inventions and achievers, provide a picture and brief description of the item, and maybe a picture of the inventor. Game Day we will explain the game and hopefully play the actual game. Ahehee' (thank you), Valerie "Walk in Beauty" valerie.little@jpl.nasa.gov valerie@loop.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Here is the second posting: Ya'at'eeh Steve, I appreciate you wanting to know more because so far I haven't received any replies from the AISESnet regarding inventors/achievers or games. I'm assuming that everyone is busy with finals or work because I know there are many Native American Inventors and Achievers. I think we should be very proud of our people. Yesterday, I meet with two Native American ladies here at work and we shared ideas. We decided to use the book 'Indian Givers' by Jack Weatherford, and the 'Native Americans, Portrait of the People' by Duane Champane as our two sources for information. Two very good books. Every year Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) sponsors an American Heritage Week, and this year the committee has added two new activities, the Inventor's/Achiever's Museum and Game Day. Normally we have our Fashion Show, International Cuisine Night, and lots of Entertainment. This year I have the Hale Family (Navajo) making Navajo tacos and blue corn mush, and for the entertainment I have Michael Edmonds (Wichita/Caddo) on Thursday night leading us in NA Dancing, and the Little Eagle Dancers (from Oklahoma/New Mexico) for Monday lunch time. As far as the Inventor's/Achiever's Museum and Game Day activities require research, which I realized I have to make time for since nobody really wants to take the initiative. I'll fit it in with my work and three finals coming up. Actually it is a great learning experience. For the Inventor's/Achiever's Museum we are suppose to have 10-15 inventions and achievers. Try to provide a picture, and brief description of the item or person, and maybe a picture of the inventor. For inventions off the top of my head I was thinking of the Navajo Code Talkers code, and the Aztec astrological calendar, Anasazi/Pueblo ruin as being the first high-rise apartment complex in American, the 27 Indian named states, the 4 great lakes names, and the many cities names, lacrosse, some of our natural medicines/herbs (petroleum jelly/Vaseline) and of course our favorite snack popcorn. Game Day I will explain the game and hopefully we can play the actual game, probably lacrosse. I hope that you can come up with more ideas, thanks again. Ahehee', Valerie "Walk in Beauty" valerie.little@jpl.nasa.gov valerie@loop.com --------- "RE: Join the Circle" --------- Date: Tue, 07 May 96 13:15:01 EST From: gwelker@mail.lmi.org Subj: Join the Circle (fyi - Glenn) Please forward, Thanks UUCP email We invite you to join the circle of those who are creating a new human presence in "The Americas." Grounded in the natural world, this new culture envisions a future which is both ecologically sustainable and socially just. From the 17th to the 24th of November, we will create a ceremonial village in the Cuauhnahuac Bioregion of Mexico. Here in the mountains and forests of Meztitla, in the free, constitutional and popular municipality of Tepoztlan, people from all over the western hemisphere will gather to share their dreams, wisdom, and experience.The process will be participatory, celebratory, and consensus-based. The program will include workshops, ceremonies, meetings and community service. Traditions and technologies, both ancient and modern, will be woven together in a new cosmology of peace and regeneration. For all our relations O MTA KU OYASIM VI Consejo de Visiones Guardianes de la Tierra & VII Turtle Island Bioregional Gathering Sponsoring Groups Arcoredes; Learning Alliance; C.I.C.S.H.; Planet Drum Foundation; Centro de Acopio Texalpan; Proyecto Milenio; Cielo y Tierra; Rainbow Tribal Council; Ecosolar, A.C.; Realistic Living; Ecodesarrollo, A.C.; E.S.A.C.I. ; Taller de Mujeres Luna Nueve, A.C.; Granjas Ecologicas Renovacion; Taller Espacio Verde; Grupo de Estudios Ambientales, A.C.; Taller Gota de Agua; Grupo Tamu Tariaticha; Teopantli Kalpulli; Huehuecoyotl, A.C.; Turtle Island Office; Iztac; Vegetalis; Viva Natura, A.C. The Origin Story of this Historic Event The First Bioregional Gathering of "The Americas" represents the formal coming together of two powerful networks: the bioregional movement of the North and the Earth Guardian Vision Councils of the South. Years in the planning, this historic event is intended to dissolve old barriers to communication and forge new alliances for the future flourishing of the places we live. Bioregionalism is a very old idea which emerged as a social movement in various places in the United States and Canada in the early 1980s. In 1984, the first North American Bioregional Congress (NABC) was held, bringing together activists from all over the North. In 1988, representatives from the Mexican alternative network began attending the congresses. At their request, the term "North American" was replaced by "Turtle Island," an ancient Hopi name for this continent. At the most recent Turtle Island Bioregional Gathering (TIBG), held in Kentucky in 1994, the participants decided by consensus to hold their seventh biennial event in Mexico in 1996. Earth Guardian Vision Councils have been held in Mexico every year since 1991. Attended by members of the green/ecological network, indigenous communities, rainbow and new age groups, the events incorporated many of the structural elements characteristic of bioregional congresses. Bioregionalists from the North began coming to the Vision Councils in 1993. At the fifth Council, held in Jalisco in 1995, the Earth Guardians decided by consensus to hold their next event in conjunction with the 1996 TIBG. The Shared Vision These co-evolving movements share a vision of a world reinvented on the basis of values such as cooperation, creativity, diversity, decentralization, local empowerment, economic justice, ecological health, the nurture of children, respect for indigenous traditions, and a recognition of our connectedness to the non-human world. Both groups usually gather in beautiful, natural areas, where they spend a week together in a temporary ceremonial village. These gatherings are open to everyone, whatever their level of experience or expertise. Invariably, however, they attract many strong, interesting people who are actively working to transform every aspect of the human experiment. Special Announcements Please leave at home: all pets, guns, alcohol, illegal substances and bad vibrations. Please bring: musical instruments, homemade goods to sell or trade, camping equipment, your own dishes and eating utensils (reusable), biodegradable soap, bathing suit, flashlight, an open heart, love for mother earth and all her creatures, the spirit of cooperation and your family and friends. Language. All programs will be presented in both English and Spanish. Volunteer translators are urgently needed! Culture Shock. International gatherings inevitably generate a certain amount of culture shock. We will have a special team of volunteers, including co- counselors, to help the puzzled, homesick, confused, and frustrated to regain their equilibrium. Getting There from the North. Arrangments are being made for group travel at special, discounted fares, from various cities in the United States and Canada. Car-pools and hospitality in border states such as Texas and Arizona are also being planned. If you want more information, or can offer additional ideas about transportation, please contact Beatrice Briggs at the Turtle Island Office, 4035 Ryan Road, Blue Mounds, WI, 53517. tel. 608.767.3931 fax 608.767.3932 email: Beabriggs@aol.com. Life in the Ceremonial Village Site. Meztitla is a boy scout camp located in the Central Highlands of Mexico. Nestled under the rocky slopes of the Chichi-nautzin mountains, in the Rio Yautapec watershed, the place is about one hour by car or bus from Mexico City and 40 minutes from Cuernavaca. Meztitla is in the political jurisdiction of the free, constitutional, popular municipality of Tepoztlan, where an intense struggle is taking place to defend the local ecosystem and culture from destruction by developers and multi- national interests. Accommodations. Most people will camp at Meztitla. (Tents and cots will be available for rental. Bring your own sleeping bag.) A limited number of rooms have been reserved at a nearby hotel for those who cannot camp. Food. Vegetarian meals will be prepared by an experienced team of local women, assisted by participants in the gathering. A separate snack bar will offer fruit, juices and other treats for sale. Purified drinking water will be available in the camp. Climate. In November the weather in this part of Mexico is clear and dry. Temperatures will range from 75xF/25x C during the day to as low as 50xF/10xC at night. Health. First aid, wholistic health care, and massage will be available in our on-site health center. Children and Teens. Child care will be available for babies and toddlers up to 4 years old. Special activities are planned for children (ages 4-12) and younths (ages 13-18). All adults will be asked to nurture the next generation by helping with these programs. Councils and Workshops. To stimulate communication among participants, various councils and committees will meet throughout the week. These groups will sponsor workshops, presented by participants on a wide variety of topics, including: ecology, art and culture, health, spirituality, indigenous traditions, education, agriculture, alternative communities, eco-feminism, economics, and political action. Mens and Womens Circles. We will have an opportunity to meet in these special circles to explore our identities as men and women and get to know each other better. Ceremonies. Beginning at sunrise, each day will feature ceremonies, both large and small, spontaneous and planned. Bring your instruments, power objects and ceremonial clothes, if you have them. Clans. Every participant will be assigned to a group of 13 people, according to their birthday in the Dreamspell calendar. These clans will meet daily to provide emotional support and grounding. Each clan will also be assigned a daily, communal task, such as kitchen duty, child care, recycling, etc. Decision-making. The whole group will meet in plenary sessions several times during the week. In these meetings, proposals concerning our collective future will be presented and discussed, using consensus process. Local community involvement. One day of the gathering will be dedicated to a community service project, developed in conjunction with the people of Tepoztlan. Market. Wherever people gather, trade occurs. Our market will offer souveniers of the event and goods offered by participants for sale or barter. Celebration. Throughout the week we will share songs and stories, circle dances and puppet shows, videos, slides, and fun. At least one evening will be devoted to cultural presentations from the various bioregions represented at the gathering. Pre-and Post Congress Activities. Accelerated Spanish Course November 4-9 and 11-16. A one-week and two-week accelerated Spanish course for beginning and intermediate students will be offered in Mexico immediately prior to the Bioregional Gathering. Students can attend either or both weeks. This residential course will be held at Iztac, a retreat center high in volcano country, near Mexico City. The teacher, Linda Moller, is a native of Mexico who has been developing the Accelerated Learning technique for over 25 years. Cost will depend on the number of people enrolled. Early registration is required to ensure that the course will take place. Contact Tad Montgomery, PO Box C-3, Montague, MA 01351. Home tel: 413.659.2621 work tel: 413.772.2438 email: tbm@edu.umass.edu Mexico City! Green City?!! Nov. 9-16. Spend the week before the Congress exploring the largest city on earth and meeting people working on "green city" solutions. Peter Berg, of Planet Drum Foundation, will lead several discussions, as well as Allison Lewis, San Francisco Bay Area Green City Coordinator. $250 fee includes dormitory accommodations and some meals. For information or reservations contact Jeff Westergaard, Casa de los Amigos, 132 Ignacio Mariscal, Mexico City, D.F. 06030, Mexico. Tel 52.5.705.0521. Fax 52.5.705.0771. email: amigos@laneta.apc.org. Green Cities: A lecture by Peter Berg Friday, Nov. 15, 7:30 pm. A talk by one of the liveliest and most knowledgeable minds in the bioregional movement. In Mexico City, location to be announced. Contact Casa de los Amigos (see listing above) for details. Spirituality and Activism Dec. 4-12. Decompress after the Congress at a retreat center near Mexico City. The workshop will focus on "the liberation theology of bioregionalism", the creation of place-based rituals, the influences of world religious traditions on ecological activism and how to express our sense of the sacred and living earth. On the last day we will join the multitudes making a pilgrimage to the Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe, goddess figure for the Americas. This workshop will be participant- organized and expenses will be kept to a minimum(no more than $10 a day) with food shared. For information or reservations contact Jeff Westergaard, as indicated for the Green City workshop. New Years at Maruata. Join the rainbow family at the beach for New Years any time from mid-December on. Camping only. Maruata is a small village on the Pacific coast of Mexico, in the state of Michoacan. Details available from the Turtle Island Office or at the congress. Other ideas? If you would like to organize a workshop, tour or other experience to take place immediately before or after the congress, let us know. Arrival/Departure Registration will begin at 12 noon on Sunday, November 17. The event will end after lunch (3 pm) on Sunday, November 24. If you plan to arrive early (after 12 noon on Friday, Nov 15) or stay late at the camp, please be prepared to help set up or clean up. Transportation. Air. For information about discount air travel from US and Canadian, contact: Air-Tech New England, 413.587.0001. We will try to arrange bus transportation from the Mexico City airport to Meztitla at various times on November 16 and 17, and to the airport on Sunday, November 24. There will be an additional charge for this service. Ride-sharing. We will do our best to match people up. Indicate your needs on the registration form. Hospitality. If you live near the Mexican border and are willing to provide accommodations for those en route to or from the gathering, or, if you live in Tepoztlan and would like to host visitors after the gathering, please let us know (see form). Registration and Fees The various fees for this event reflect the economic differences between the north and the south. (For example, the minimum wage in the United States is about ten times that of Mexico, and the Canadian dollar is worth about 2/3 of the US dollar.) Registration is for the entire week. In order to prepare the site and plan the meals, preregistration is required of everyone, even if you do not pay in full until you arrive. A deposit of at least half the fee is required of those coming from outside Mexico by November 1, 1996. Early payment (the sooner the better) will help ease cash flow problems for the site committee. Tax-deductible contributions, above the basic registration fee, are urgently needed to fund scholarships for indigenous people and others. Fees include camping (bring your own equipment) and meals for the entire week. Tent and cot rental or hotel accommodations (limited availability) are available for an additional cost. Cancellations received in writing before November 1, 1996 will receive an 80% return on amount paid. No refunds on cancellations received after November 1, 1996. Before Sept 1 After Sept 1 United States and abroad $175 USD $200 USD Canada $175 CAN $200 CAN Mexico $ 70 USD $ 70 USD Children under 4 years old: Free Children 4-12: Half of adult rate Extra fees (amounts shown are for the entire week) Tent rental (6 people per tent) $10 USD per person Cot rental (bring your own bedding) $ 5 USD per person Hotel $80 USD per person For information in the U.S., contact Beatrice Briggs: tel 608.767.3931; fax 608.767.3932; e-mail Beabriggs@aol.com; mail Turtle Island Office, 4035 Ryan Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517 USA. Note: This office will only accept registrations until Nov 1, 1996. After that, all communications must go directly to Fabio Manzani at Tele/fax 011.52.73 230963; mail A.P. 4-253, Cuernavaca 62431, Morelos, Mexico or Cristina Mendoza at 011.52.73 951877. Registration Form (One adult per form. Please Print) First Name, Last Name Address City, State, Zip, Country Telephone (D)______________________ (E)__________________________ fax:______________________ e-mail: ________________________________ Birthday (day/month/year) ___ This is my first bioregional gathering. Children Name_____________________________ Birthday______________________ Name_____________________________ Birthday______________________ Name_____________________________ Birthday______________________ Languages Spoken (circle all that apply) English: none some fluent Spanish: none some fluent Other (please specify) Skills I am willing to share Translation: Eng. to Span./Span. to Eng./Other Consensus Facilitation: plenaries, small groups Documentation: video/photo/audio/other Health care: herbal medicine, acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, MD, RN, emergency medicine, other Counseling: re-evaluation counseling/other Workshop (indicate title or subject) AM Meditations: yoga, tai chii, eurythmy, other Set-up/Clean up: I will arrive early/stay late to help. Transportation ___ I need a ride from _____________________, leaving _______(date) ___ I can offer a ride to ____ passengers, from ___________________, leaving around _____ (date). ___ I will be arriving by airplane and would like information about group transportation from Mexico City airport. Hospitality ___ I can welcome up to ___ people at my home in _______________ __________________ before/after the gathering. ___ Id like to stay in a home in Tepoztlan after the gathering Payment: North Adult Registration fee $ ___ Children @ $____ $ ___ Tent spaces @ $10 USD $ ___ Cot rental @ $5 USD $ ___ Hotel reservations @$ 80 USD per person $ Additional contribution for scholarships $ Total due $ Total enclosed $ Confirmation of your registration will be sent upon receipt. Additional information will be sent closer to the actual event. Make checks or money orders (in US dollars) payable to Learning Alliance and mail to: Turtle Island Office, 4035 Ryan Road, Blue Mounds, WI 53517 USA. For info, contact Beatrice Briggs, Turtle Island office at Tel: 608.767.3931, Fax: 608.767.3932, e-mail: Beabriggs@aol.com --------- "RE: Poem: The Children Of Indians" --------- Date: Sat, 04 May 1996 11:11:09 -0600 From: ammsa@netherworld.com Subj: Voices that Echo UUCP email VOICES THAT ECHO THE WATER VOICES THAT CARRY THE WING -for Ginger, Brekah, Olivia and Walks Softly - *for all the Nations* -*for all the Women..and all the Children* Singing They are singing now... Those whose voices echo the water Those whose voices carry the wing They are singing...Yes they are singing now ...Yes we know that the women are whispering... Whispering that the time has come Whispering about the changes coming... About the changes that are already here The women's whispers are growing *louder and louder* as across the Land the Eagle Swoops and goes to fall... And we will not let you fall... And the women will not let you fall "When the hearts of the Women are on the ground...then the Nation is conquered" *HEAR ME* listen well ...for I am Dancing Underneath You Within your Sacred Heart ...I am Singing Up Within You Through your Sacred Eyes ...We are Rising Up before You... And I am Dancing an Eagle's Song.... the Women are Dancing the HeartBreak Song... and we swoop down under...then low to the ground with the Eagle's Feathers in our Right hand...we are breathing air back into the fallen Heart...We are using this Sacred Eagle's Feather and breathing a Sacred Breath into the thin space between your Hearts and the ground Singing The Women are Singing ...as their soft whispers than songs grow louder ...Echoing through the Waters Carrying on the wings the words are Dancing Upon the Air "Rise Up Fallen Warriors Rise Up Rise Up Fallen Warriors Rise Up Rise Up Fallen Warriors Rise Up" *rise* *Rise* *RISE* Singing The Women are Singing... Singing the Women are Singing... Those Whose Voices Echo the waters ...Those Whose Voices Carry the Wings Come my Children Come Come my People Come Won't you please *take hand take heart* and Sing on this Song with Me... Sing of these Songs with We... and all shall rise we Shall Rise *WE SHALL LIVE **AGAIN** (c) copyright- AmmSa Shems-t Skher 5/2/96 dia de Ifa --------- "RE: Verse: Hawai'ian Book of Days" --------- Date: 96/05/02 00:00 From: Debra F. Sanders (dfsanders@genie.geis.com) Subj: Verse: Hawai'ian Book of Days Genie email A HAWAIIAN BOOK OF DAYS, week of May 12-18 MEI (May) (Ikiiki) 12 Never be content with what is -- always seek to realize what might be. 13 Never close your mind to possibilities. 14 The fruits of the land sustain me. 15 The sun bathes me in its perfect warmth. 16 All needs draw upon the Source of mana within. 17 A lei of blessings I weave for you. 18 Come to me in the first light of dawning, when all things are begun anew. (c) Copyright 1991 by D. F. Sanders Me ke aloha i ka nani, ... Moe'uhanekeanuenue (With love and beauty, ... Rainbow Dream) --------- "RE: Conferences and Powwows - offline" --------- Date: Thu, 9 May 96 08:00 -0500 From: Janet Smith (Evening Star) (jans@genie.com) Subj: Upcoming conferences and powwows not previously posted to Mailing Lists NATCHAT or NATIVE-L genie email From: wasicuwin@aol.com Subj: Kanatsiohareke Annual Festival Khwee-Khwee The Kanatsiohareke community will hold its annual Festival on June 22-23. On Saturday, June 22, there will be Iroquois social dances, visiting dancers, and a chicken barbecue. On Sunday, June 23, there will also be a quilt and crafts auction. During both days there will country music entertainers; an Elvis impersonator, and horse drawn wagon rides. Directions: New York State thruway to exit 28. After toll booth make the first Left (westbound). Take the next right over the bridge. At the stop sign, make a Left onto Rte 5. Follow Rte 5 seven miles to Kanatsiohareke. I'm happy to announce that Tom Porter seems to be doing better and will be undergoing a medical procedure on Monday. He will most likely be discharged from the hospital before the week is out. Sken:nen kenhak, Sandy ----------------------------------- From: br975@FreeNet.Carleton.CA (John S. Brack) Subj: 20th Annual Odawa Pow Wow (May 24-26, 1996). Newsgroup: soc.culture.native 20th Annual Odawa Pow Wow "Honouring First Nations Circle" Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26, 1996 At Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Everyone Welcome - come and have a great time! Feel free to spread the word! Host Drum:Stoney Park Singers (1993-94 World Champion Pow Wow) Honourary Drum: Red Shadow Singers Hanisha Singers Lake of the Woods Singers Hoop Dancer: Gordie Odjig Head Female Dancer:Karen Olsen Head Male Dancer:Alvin Copenace Master of Ceremonies:Peter White, Clarence White Honourary Guests:Gordon Tootoosis (North of 60) Elders: Robin Greene, Kathleen Greene, Lillian Pitawanakwat, Marie Peters, Angus Pontiac, Friday Gates Open:4:00 p.m. Admission:Adults (17yrs. & up) $5.00 Students/Youth with I.D. $5.00 Grand Entry at 6:00 p.m. Saturday Gates Open:9:00 a.m. Admission:Adults (17yrs. & up) $8.00 Students/Youth with I.D. $5.00 Grand Entry at 12:00 p.m. noon and at 6:00 p.m. Sunday Gates Open:9:00 a.m. Admission:Adults (17yrs. & up) $8.00 Students/Youth with I.D. $5.00 Grand Entry at 12:00 p.m. noon Come, Experience, and Enjoy * Native Singing * Drumming * Dancing * Food * Arts & Crafts Odawa Pow Wow Committee 1996 Chairperson: Doug Comegan Co-Chairperson: Carl Carpentier Board of Director Liasion: Harold MacDonald Staff Liaison: Trina Mather Elders Keeper: Vennessa David Security: Albert Dumont Construction: Carl Carpentier Volunteer Co-ordinator: Peter Coon Promotion: Odawa Native Friendship Centre Media Co-ordinator: Gord Bruyere Food Catering/Preparation: Susan Heavens Dancer/Drum Registration: Emily Ettagiak Earth Keepers: Aggie Ettagiak Vendor Registration: Darrell Buffalo, Helen Moore Camper Registration: Lesley Hennessy Gates: Katie Dale Fundraising: Trina Mather Treasurer: Anna White Odawa's Corner: Shirley Gagnon Program: Doug Comegan, Melanie Achtenberg Annual Odawa Pow Wow location: Ottawa-Nepean Tent & Trailer Park 411 Corkstown Road Nepean, Ontario, Canada Annual Odawa Pow Wow Rain-out location: Bell Centennial Arena 50 Cedarview Road Nepean, Ontario, Canada For information call:(613)722-3811 Odawa Native Friendship Centre 12 Stirling Avenue Ottawa K1Y 1P8 Office Hours: Mon.- Fri., 9:00 am to 5:00 pm E.S.T. Tel.:(613)722-3811 Fax:(613)-722-4667 May 24-26:(613)828-7428 Host Hotel: Luxor Hotel 350 Moodie Drive, Nepean, Ontario, Canada Tel.:(613)726-1717 Please ask for Odawa Pow Wow rates No Drugs No Alcohol No Pets The Odawa Native Friendship Centre and the Odawa Pow Wow Committee are not responsible for personal loss or injury. ----------------------- From: Les Tate The Lawrence County (Alabama) Indian Education Program will host the Lawrence County Indian Festival at the H.A. Alexander Park in Moulton, Alabama, on May 16, 17, and 18. Friday (the 18th) is student day. For more information contact the Lawrence County Indian Education Program at (205) 905-2494 or 905-2499. Thanks, Les Tate ------------------------ Date: 96-05-01 16:12:53 EDT From DAKKASWAN@aol.com Thu May 2 15:21:32 1996 Subj: Dates for Fun, dates for information Moundville Archaeological Park is the second largest Native North American city. It is located in Alabama, 12 miles south of Tuscalossa next to the city of Moundville. Many are not aware of the rich history and body of information held at Moundville. Southeastern Native Americans as well as many others will find the roots of many traditions in the information from Moundville. For more information, or to answer questions about Moundville, Email me at GriszBear@aol.com. May 2-4, 1996 Moundville Archaeological Park - Noted Choctaw potter, he makes pottery in the old traditional way, Grady John from the Chucalissa Museum in Memphis, Tennessee will be at Moundville as part of the Native American Heritage days, Grady makes reproductions of prehistoric, (before whiteman's recorded history), Betty John will demonstrate beadwork. See the new Arts demonstration center located next to the conference center . May 7-11, 1996 Famous writer, historian, bowyer and reenactor Butch Fuller will camp at Moundville as part of Native Heritage Days. Butch is of Creek descent, and he portrays a Creek Indian hunter and trader during the late 18th century. His "living history camp" exhibits period tools, clothing, weapons, foods, and methods for the young and old alike. A must see. Butch will answer your questions and demonstrate various period crafts. May 11, 1996 The 17th annual Old Cahawba Festival will be held at the Old Cahawba Archaeological State Park, 12 miles West of Selma, Alabama. The event is from 9-5 Saturday. For more info contact the Welcome Center, 334-872-8058. Follow highway 22 West toward Orrville, cross the Cahaba River, turn left on County Road #9 and follow the signs. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- --//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//-- Notice of Copyright Clearance by Contributors: The following have granted permission for their original articles to be reposted in order to help mend the Sacred Hoop: Donna Hales(Muskogee Phoenix) via Linda and Marvin Summerfield(Cherokee Observer) via Eric Brunner, Bernard J. Rock, Sr., Walks Softly, Steve Russell, Janet Smith, Debra F. Sanders, AmmSa Shems-t Skher, Robin Silver, Valerie Little, Dr. Larry Gould via Marianne Nielsen, Mark D. Fiddler via Alan Mandell, Timm Severud, Timothy D. Coleman, Mohawk Nation Office at Kahnawake, Feather Eaglerock, Susan Odonnel, Bernadette Chato, Jack Hicks, Glenn Welker --//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//--//-- ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Part B of this newsletter (not included) has already been distributed via the NATIVE-L or NATCHAT mailing lists. --------- "RE: Conferences and Powwows - online" --------- Date: Thu, 9 May 96 08:00 -0500 From: Janet Smith (Evening Star) (jans@genie.com) Subj: Upcoming conferences and powwows already posted to Mailing Lists NATCHAT or NATIVE-L genie email From: jomeara@cs-acad-lan.lakeheadu.ca (John O'Meara) Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) The Aboriginal Resource and Research Centre at Lakehead University presents its Second Biennial: ABORIGINAL PEOPLES' CONFERENCE Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 18, 19, 20, 1996 Conference to be held at Lakehead University Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada SECOND CALL FOR PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS +All proposals will be considered* Suggested areas include, but are not limited to: + Economic development + Health Issues + Treaties/Land Issues + Gaming + First Nations Languages + History + Anthropology + Archaeology + Art + Political Issues and Strategies for Renewal of First Nations Governance + Literature + Education + Cultural and Spiritual Traditions - Selected Papers and abstracts of all presentations will be published in a conference proceedings - Submission guidelines: Prospective presenters are invited to submit abstracts for papers in subject areas relating to Aboriginal peoples. Proposals for complete sessions or panels on particular topics or themes will be considered as well as proposals for individual papers. EACH PROPOSAL MUST CONTAIN: - abstract of paper (150 words or less) - name and title of presentation and author - name, address, telephone/fax of presenter - biographical note (50 words or less) - special requirements for presentation SUBMIT PROPOSALS TO: Dr. Douglas A. West Dept. of Political Science Lakehead University 955 Oliver Road THUNDER BAY, ON CANADA P7B 5E1 Phone: 807-343-8304 Fax: 346-7831 Electronic mail queries to: Doug.West@Lakeheadu.ca DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: AUGUST 1, 1996 John O'Meara Native Language Instructors' Program Faculty of Education Lakehead University Thunder Bay, ON Canada P7B 5E1 807-343-8054 FAX: 807-346-7746 E-mail: jomeara@cs_acad_lan.Lakeheadu.ca -------------------------------------------------------- Date: Wed, 8 May 1996 16:51:31 -0400 From: ecrowley@ci.shrewsbury.ma.us (Edward Crowley) Subj: Eastern Delaware Nations POW-WOW (Forksville, PA, 14-16 June) Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) Eastern Delaware Nations POW-WOW June 14, 15, 16, 1996 Held at the Sullivan County Fairgrounds Forksville, Pennsylvania 18616 For information call (717) 924-9082 Traders & Craftsmen, Jewelry, Art, Knives, Furs, Blankets, Food, etc, all three days from 10 AM Admission: $4.00, under 12 free call for group rates * Cedar Tree Singers * Dancers * Red Hawk Singers * Storytelling Friday - June 14 - 10AM - 8:30PM Traders & craftsmen, jewelry, art, knives, furs, blankets, food Special : Young Peoples Program Saturday - June 15 - 10AM - 8:30PM Traditional Grand Entry : 12 noon Native American Drumming And Dancing 12-2, 4-5, 7-8 Sunday - June 16 - 10AM - 6PM Native American Drumming And Dancing Competition 12-2, 4-5 Closing Ceremony I should be helping out this year, stop and say hello. Hope to see everyone there. Wanishi Ed -------------------------------------------------------- Date: May 6, 1996 10:32 AM PDT From: Denni.Woodward@Forsythe.Stanford.EDU Subj: Native American Awareness Week Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) It's NATIVE AMERICAN AWARENESS WEEK! Students, staff, faculty, alumni, families, and friends...please come and enjoy a bit of American Indian and Alaska Native cultures. (In addition to the events listed below, the Stanford Chapter of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society should be sponsoring an exhibit of Native American art to be displayed at Tresidder!) We hope to see you there! Monday, May 6 Ind'an Movie Night 7:00PM at the Native American Cultural Center Imagining Indians, Dance Me Outside, and maybe Once Were Warriors - with popcorn, sodas, and snacks. Sponsored by the American Indian Staff Forum and Stanford Native American Graduate Students. Tuesday, May 7 Native Poetry Night 5:00PM at the Coffee House - Open Mike Robert Aloysius, Yupik Elder 7:00PM at the Theme House, Muwekma-Tah-Ruk In conjunction with the House sponsored Undergraduate Seminar, elder Robert Aloysius will speak on Native healing and other aspects of his Yupik culture. Sponsored by the residents of Muwekma House. Wednesday, May 8 Harjo and Westerman: An Evening of Poetry and Music 7:30PM at the Lagunita Dining Hall Suzan Harjo and Floyd Westerman will fill the evening with thoughtful poetry, inspiring songs, and lively stories! Sponsored by the Stanford American Indian Organization and the Haas Center for Public Service. Thursday, May 9 Native Health Issues Day Various times at the Stanford Medical School M-104 At noon, Dr. Ben Mun~eta will speak on Access to Care as a Risk Factor for Chronic Disease in Native American Communities. A panel will discuss Native health care in the Bay Area at 5:30, Dr. Gerald Ignace, Association of American Indian Physicians will speak at 6:30, followed by a reception. Sponsored by the Stanford American Indian Medical Students, the Center for Excellence, and the Pfeiffer Foundation. Friday, May 10 Club SKAM 10:00PM at the Theme House, Muwekma-Tah-Ruk Dance music by Brian Frejo in Celebration of SAIO's 25th Anniversary sponsored by the Powwow Committee, the Alaska Native Students Association, the Stanford American Indian Organization, the residents of Muwekma, SNAGS, and SKAM. Friday-Sunday, May 10-12 25th Annual SAIO Powwow 7:00PM-Midnight on Friday, 11:00AM-Midnight on Saturday, and 11:00AM-6:00PM on Sunday at the Eucalyptus Grove, Galvez & Campus Drive -------------------------------------------------------- From: ac613@sfn.saskatoon.sk.ca (Paco) Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) 1996 International SSHRC Summer Institute (June 27-July 7) Cultural Restoration of Oppressed Indigenous Peoples Hosted by the Aboriginal Organizing Team Humanities Research Unit, University of Saskatchewan , Saskatoon Schedule Summer Institute registration: Wednesday, June 26, 1996 Traveling day home: Sunday July 7, 1996 Purpose of the Institute 1. To explore the current knowledge and efforts for cultural restoration and to enable new methodologies, conceptual designs and approaches for implementing healing of Indigenous peoples from within their ecologies; 2. To animate a vigorous research agenda and appropriate publications that move from existing experience of colonization to theory; 3. To originate a relevant and significant interdisciplinary research network to nourish and sustain the theme during the UN Decade of Indigenous Peoples, 1995-2004 and beyond; and 4. To stimulate post-colonial scholarship by inspiring the formation of new research topics and procedures among graduate students in social science and humanities. Agenda June 25 Travel, Arrival, Greetings, Accommodations, Sweat June 26 Belonging: Registration, tours, introductions, readings of prepared materials, informal talks. June 27-29 Unfolding of themes, keynotes, discussions, nourishments, talking circles, dinners and cultural entertainment. June 30 Spiritual activities, reflections, tours, walks, nourishments, talking circles, dinners and cultural entertainment. July 6 Creating a Research Agenda and Network, evaluation, dinner, certificate presentations. July 7 Traveling and Homecoming Ceremonies Featuring Four Themes and Guest Speakers The moderator of the Program: Professor Leroy Little Bear Director of Native American Studies at the University of Lethbridge is a member of the Blackfoot Nation. Post Colonial Mappers: Erica-Irene Daes, Chairperson, Working Group on Indigenous Populations; Russel Barsh, University of Lethbridge, Williensen Diaz, Guatemala-Costa Rica. Post Colonial Diagnosticians: Asha Varadharafan, Ted Chamberlain Post-colonial Imaginators: Amethyst First Rider, Louise Halfe, Linda Hogan, Helga Lomosits Post-colonial Healers: Timoti Karetu, Maori Language Commissioner, D. Hawkmoon Alford, Eber Hampton, Dr. Grejory Cajete, Rigoberta Menchu Tum, Ted Moses, Alexander Denny, Harold Cardinal, Mary Ellen Turpel, David Ricketts Kingfisher, Eduardo Duran. Who should attend? International Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars, diagnosticians, healers, imaginators, and graduate students of contemporary Indigenous scholarship Fees Summer Institute Registration Fee: $500 + 7%GST. It includes tuition and Institute materials. Who, Where to send? Send cheque payable to University of Saskatchewan and registration form to Dr. Marie Battiste, International Summer Institutes, Dept. of Educational Foundations, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7N OX1 Accommodation fee: Participants will be housed in the residences on campus with meals provided in the adjoining Marquis Hall at a rate of $52/day, inclusive of lodging and three meals per day,and full use of campus recreational facilities. Local hotel, if desired, may be secured at rates listed in email home page: http://www.usask.ca/education/jw/MENU.HTM Cancellation fee: Cancellation received after June 15 will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee. Cancellations received on or after June 15, 1996 will be charged the full registration fee. The cancellation fees are not applicable if a substitute is provided. Summer institute size is limited to 150 participants. Cheques payable to University of Saskatchewan should include your name and program name. Name __________________ Please send information. Title ___________________ Organization _____________ Please register me for Address _________________ _______________________ U of S housing _____ City/Province _____________ Gender: Male___ Female___ Postal Code ______________ Single or dble room occupancy__ Telephone _______________ Arrival date and time_________ Fax ____________________ Departure date and time______ Email ___________________ Scholarship Opportunities Graduate student registration fee: $250. Graduate students pro-rated fee and bursaries are also available. For further information, write, fax or call the Director of the Institute, Marie Battiste. Save on airfare costs For more information, call Sinfonia Travel, Ltd., Midtown Plaza Saskatoon, SK. S7K 1J9 Fax: (306) 652-0990 Toll free: (800) 667-6961 More information? Distance sites? The Web home page for the institute can be found at: http://www.usask.ca/education/jw/MENU.HTM To register or to receive more information Contact: Dr. Marie Battiste, Institute Director Dept. of Ed .Found. University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Sk. S7H 3Z3 (306) 966-7576 office (306) 966-7020 fax --------------------------------- From: dpowles@ccgate.sos.state.il.us (DeeAnn Powless) Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) The American Indian Society of St. Louis presents the 14th annual American Indian Days Pow Wow. May 17th, 18th & 19th, 1996 at Jefferson Barracks Park - St. Louis, MO. Host Northern Drum Mandaree Singers - Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara, New Town, North Dakota Host Gourd Drum Eagle Heart Singers - Independence, MO. Head Staff EMCEE: Archie Mason Jr. - Osage/Cherokee, Tulsa, OK Head Man Dancer: Thomas Muskrat - Cherokee, Stillwell, OK Head Lady Dancer: Ramona Mason - Creek, Tulsa, OK Head Gourd Dancer: TBA Arena Director: Josh Williamson - SAC/FOX, Cushing, OK CONTEST DANCING Demonstration Dancing Gourd Dancing Traders Open to the public buffalo burgers and other taste treats Bring lawn chairs Absolutely no drugs or alcohol permitted Not responsible for accidents or thefts For additional information contact: The American Indian Society of St. Louis phone: (314) 849-6474 address: 6651 Gravois St. Louis, MO 63116 POW WOW WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE --------- "RE: NY State Taxation Issue" --------- Date: Mon, 6 May 1996 13:22:04 -0500 From: cbenedic@prairie.nodak.edu (Cindy B.) Subj: NY State Taxation Issue - URGENT Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) I've been asked to get the word out on this important issue... Please post, thank you. From: mnation@axess.com Date: Mon, 06 May 1996 12:45:07 -0400 Organization: Mohawk Nation Office at Kahnawake To: cbenedic@prairie.NoDak.edu Subject: NY State Taxation Issue Please post this, we are trying to get as much support as possible. Try to get to the rally. Thanks, Yowennakon May 3, 1996 URGENT - URGENT - URGENT Indigenous Nations Ask for International Support for Economic Freedom in New York State She:kon We are extremely concerned that New York State Governor George Pataki, on behalf of the United States, is preparing to violate solemn treaties between the United States and the Six Nations. On Tuesday, May 14th 1996, the First Nations People are going to have a rally in Albany, New York before the State Capitol Building from10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are asking you to stand with us in unity by having a rally at the same time in front of the American Embassy in your country. Background: New York State Governor George Pataki and Tax Commissioner Michael Urbach announced on February 16th 1996 that they would begin collecting sales tax on gasoline and cigarettes in July 1996. This violates solemn treaties enacted between the United States and the Six Nations Iroquois Confederacy in 1794, 1789 and 1794 that each nation shall retain its own sovereignty. Also violated is the Constitution of the United States, which states, ...and all treaties made, or which will be made, under the authority of the United States, shall be the supreme law of the land;... In particular, the 1794 Treaty of Canandaigua provides that only the United States Government can negotiate with the people of the Six Nations on any important matter that affects the people or threatens the peace. Urbach issued an ultimatum to the Iroquois and Algonquin nations of 120 days ending July 5th 1996 by which time they must sign a State Tax Compact or face the consequences. The consequences are a military attack, code named Gallant Piper, whereby the New York State National Guard would help the New York State Police invade the Indian territories to collect State taxes on the sale of gasoline, alcohol, tobacco and gaming revenues. A formal complaint has been filed with the President of the United States to inform New York State that they do not have the authority to violate solemn treaties made with the United States and to immediately rescind their 120-day ultimatum. For more information contact: Mohawk Territory - Phillip Tarbell 518-358-3044; Unkechaug Territory - Harry Wallace 516-281-4143; Native Business Association - Ross L. John Sr. 716-549-0090; Mohawk Nation Office Kahnawake M.T. 514-635-5595; Mohawk Anti-tax Steering Committee 518-358-3241. --------- "RE: NAs and the Justice System" --------- Date: Mon, 6 May 1996 11:45:07 -0700 From: m.nielsen@nau.edu (Marianne Nielsen) Subj: "Native Americans and the Justice System" - Call for Papers Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) Hello--Dr. Larry Gould asked me to post this in the hope that it might get a wider dissemination. If you belong to any other listservers that this might be appropriate for, please pass it on. Thanks. Marianne. Call for Papers Special Edition of the Journal of Contemporary Criminal Justice "Native Americans and the Justice System" (Tentative Title) Submission Date No Later Than June 30, 1997 Publication Date is Jan 1998 Suggested topics include but are not limited to: Legal issues; Native Gangs; Urban Justice Issues; Environmental Law; Policing; Native Women's Issue in the Justice System; Courts; Corrections; Self Determination in the Justice System; Gaming/Gambling; and, Native Americans as victims, offenders or as workers. Submissions should be sent to: Larry A. Gould, Ph.D. Department of Criminal Justice Northern Arizona University Box 15005 Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5005 For Information: E-Mail: Larry.Gould@NAU.EDU Voice: (520) 523-9508 FAX: (520) 523-6777 Larry A. Gould, Ph.D. Department of Criminal Justice Northern Arizona University Box 15005 Flagstaff, AZ 86001-5005 (520) 523-9508 (Voice) (520) 523-6777 (FAX) Larry.Gould@NAU.EDU --------- "RE: White Earth Conspiracy Trial" --------- Date: Sat, 4 May 1996 13:16:28 -0500 From: eaglerok@northernnet.com (feather eaglerock) Subj: white earth conspiracy trial begins Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) We have received permission from Bill Lawrence, publisher of the Native American Press/Ojibwe News, and reporters, Jeff Armstrong of Bemidji and Gary Blair of Blaine to post articles relating to the leadership crisis taking place in the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Native American Press/Ojibwe News May 2, 1996 By Gary Blair Jury selection was completed this week in the trial of the White Earth Reservations's notorious Darrel "Chip" Wadena gang. Charged last fall in a 44-count federal felony indictment were the gang's leader, tribal chairman Darrell "Chip" Wadena, secretary/treasurer Jerry Rawley and council member Rick Clark. Wadena was charged with bid rigging, receiving kickbacks, income tax evasion and money laundering. Rawley and clark were charged with similar offenses, including election fraud. Also indicted for election fraud was Wadena's pair election judge, Carley "Baby Dall" Jasken and two public notaries, Henry "Crock" Harper and Leech Lake enrollee Peter Pequette. Harper was not present in court for the jury selection, but will stand trial at a later date. His attorney reported to the court that Harper is suffering from a heart ailment. [Jury selection was delayed for a week, when chairman Wadena was hospitalized for "a heart ailment. Leech Lake conspiracy trial was also postponed when secretary treasurer Dan brown was hospitalized for a heart ailment."] Seated at the defense table for the start of jury selection on Monday were Chip, Rawley, Clark, Baby Doll, and Pequette. Also seated among the gang members were eight attorneys and a juror analyst who helped pick the jury. Seven of the eight defense lawyers present were retained with reservation funds. Pequette's attorney is a public defender. Three of the attorneys are representing Chip. The trial is scheduled to start on May 13, 1996, at 9:00 a.m. and is expected to last four to six weeks. A group of tribal members say they plan to protest against Wadena in front of the federal courthouse in St. Paul on the day the trial starts. Wadena told a Duluth News Tribune reporter four years ago, after he declared himself an election winner for the fourth time, "To the winner goes the spoils: the rest can suck eggs!" Demonstrators plan to carry signs that read: "Who is sucking eggs now, Chip?" Prosecutors say they plan to introduce over 800 documents during the trial and could potentially call more than 300 witnesses. The courtroom will once again be equipped with high-tech video equipment, similar to the type used at bingo games to help players see the number on the monitors. Only this time the monitors will be used to show the paper trail of Chip's gang. With tribal elections scheduled for June 11, a verdict may not occur before that date. However, Chip has already been quoted by the media as saying he's the "man to beat." Wadena has rehired the indicted Baby Dall as this year's election judge, apparently planning to steal another election. The election fraud indictments involved the reservation's off-year election two years ago, in which Chip was not a candidate. A federal probe revealed that deceased tribal embers's names were used on some of the absentee ballots and that other tribal members had voted twice, once in person and once on fraudulent absentee ballots sent through the U.S. Mail. Relatives of one of the deceased say federal authorities told them that the name of the Sharon (Sargent) Boyd had been used in the election fraud ever since her death over ten years ago. Another deceased tribal member's name that was used in the election fraud scheme for over 15 years. Reports coming from White Earth say Chip has threatened to kick tribal members off the reservation if they attend the trial. White Earth residents the PRESS spoke with say they plan to pack the federal courtroom in St. Paul, Minnesota the 13th. Additional reports from White Earth say Wadena has been telling tribal members that he alone has a gaming compact with Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson, and that if he is not elected they could lose the reservation's Shooting Star casino to investors. Wadena is also reportedly threatening to close the casino if he is not re-elected, and has suggested that termination might follow his removal from office. The press has a copy of the White Earth gaming agreement. That compact says the gaming agreement is between the state and the White Earth people. Also apparent in Chip's remarks is his belief that he owns the offices of White Earth Tribal chairman. Others say Wadena knows he will not be safe on the reservation if he is convicted and he does not want to face that uncertainty. feather eaglerock, leech lake rez english is a foreign language. reclaim the language of your people and send it to the future as your gift to your grandchildren's grandchildren. di-ka-ne'-tsv a'-qua-tse'-li ha-htv-gi, wa-do' do-da-da-go'-hv --------- "RE: White Earth Treaty Rights Case" --------- Date: Mon, 6 May 1996 15:32:52 -0500 From: eaglerok@northernnet.com (feather eaglerock) Subj: white earth treaty rights case Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) While lawyers, paid with tribal funds, work to defend white earth leaders on trial for conspiracy, and work on appeals for convicted Leech Lake leaders, Leonard Butcher, White Earth enrollee, reported today to the courthouse in Bagley, Minnesota to begin serving 10 days in jail, as a result of hunting during White Earth hunting season within the boundaries of the White Earth reservation. At the time of his arrest, Mr. Butcher's hunting rifle was also confiscated by a state warden. (Same state warden is now facing charges, himself, of hunting moose from an airplane). Mr. Butcher is a traditional Anishinabe. He hunts to provide for his family and for many of the elders. There have been some who have posted to us, saying that hunting with a rifle is not traditional, however, providing for your family and for the elders, is about as traditional as you can get! The tribal leaders here do not have this concern. and clearly, protecting treaty rights are not a priority to tribal leaders either. There is a high unemployment rate among our Indian people in this area, due to the racism in the surrounding non-Indian communities, and to the nepotism practiced in hiring on the reservation. Feather Eaglerock, Leech Lake Rez english is a foreign language. reclaim the language of your people and send it to the future as your gift to your grandchildren's grandchildren. di-ka-ne'-tsv a'-qua-tse'-li ha-htv-gi, wa-do' do-da-da-go'-hv --------- "RE: Federal Cabinet OK's Nunavut" --------- Date: Wed, 1 May 1996 14:34:05 -0800 From: jhicks@nunavut.ca (Jack Hicks) Subj: Federal Cabinet OK's (& Funds!) Nunavut Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) Hi everyone, I submitted the following brief article for publication in Sermitsiaq, and thought that those of you outside Greenland might also be interested. My perception of how important Nunavut is (not) on the national stage was reinforced by the fact that the Minister's press conference received no coverage on last night's national TV news and not even a paragraph in our self-proclaimed 'national newspaper', the Globe and Mail. Oh well -- it was certainly big (and good) news in Nunavut. Happy May Day, everyone! Jack Hicks ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - NUNAVUT RECEIVES THE 'GREEN LIGHT' FROM THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT Ottawa -- May 1, 1996 Canada's Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, the Hon. Ron Irwin, yesterday announced the details of a federal cabinet decision detailing how -- and at what cost -- the Nunavut Territory and government will be created over the next four years. The creation of Nunavut on April 1, 1999 had previously been a political commitment on the part of the Government of Canada, but with this announcement the long-standing Inuit political goal is guaranteed to happen on schedule. The cabinet has officially declared Iqaluit the future capital of Nunavut, rubber-stamping the results of a plebiscite held December 11, 1995 in which 60.2% of the voters supported Iqaluit over Rankin Inlet. "In honouring the government's commitment to create Nunavut as a new territory, the government supports Nunavut residents' decision to make Iqaluit their capital," Mr. Irwin said. "Naming the seat of the new territorial government is critical to the planning, design and other arrangements necessary to ensure government facilities are in place by 1999." $150 million will be provided by the federal government over the next four years to cover costs associated with the creation of the new territory and government -- substantially less than previous estimates had said would be required. "It's as far as we go," Mr. Irwin told the press. "Listen -- $150 million is a lot of money. It's the nature of the beast in the '90s that government budgets are reducing." The federal cabinet essentially approved a detailed package of recommendations developed by the federal Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development (DIAND). That package was based on the work of the Nunavut Implementation Commission (NIC), a 10-person advisory body chaired by veteran Inuit leader John Amagoalik. The NIC's first report, 'Footprints in New Snow', was released just over a year ago and met with generally positive reviews. Among the recommendations announced yesterday were: - the headquarters of the Nunavut Government will consist of 600 people. 150 will be in place on April 1, 1999 with the rest coming on stream during the first year of the new government. - the government will be decentralized, with as many jobs as possible being located outside Iqaluit in as many as 10 other communities. - an Interim Commissioner will be selected this summer. This critical position will be the embryo of the new government, with signing authority for construction contracts, staff recruitment labour agreements, etc. - $50 million will be spent on office facilities, community infrastructure and staff housing, through a partnership between the federal Department of Public Works and a consortium of Inuit corporations. An additional $120 million in office facilities and housing will be required, but these will be built by the private sector and leased to the new government. - $40 million will be spent on a training strategy intended to insure that Inuit fill 50% of the jobs created in 1999 -- including 50% of management positions. "While infrastructure is important, the keys to success in Nunavut are job creation, economic growth and training," Mr. Irwin stressed. "This initiative will help reduce unemployment and dependence on social assistance in the region, and will create spin-off benefits for southern Canada." The federal cabinet also agreed that it will make further decisions regarding Nunavut in 1998. A critical item at that time will be the funding formula which will determine the amount of the annual grant from the federal government to the Nunavut government. Other items will include the design of Nunavut's political system -- the NIC is considering recommending both the direct election of the Premier and guaranteeing equal numbers of men and women in the Legislative Assembly. Nunavut and other northern leaders have not yet commented publicly on the announcement, asking for time to review the details. A Nunavut Leaders' Summit scheduled for May 10 and 11 will likely be the forum where substantive reaction is made public. --------- "RE: Gitxsan: Supreme Court Decision" --------- Date: Sat, 4 May 1996 14:36:06 -0600 From: odonnels@ccmail.dcu.ie Subj: Supreme Court Decision - Gitxsan Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) Subject: Supreme Court decision Author: adcom@netshop.net at MAIL_GATEWAY Date: 30/04/96 19:43 The text of the latest news release from the Gitxsan Treaty Office: ------------------------------------------------------------------ NEWS RELEASE April 26, 1996 Supreme Court ruling bodes well GITXSAN TERRITORIES -- A decision by the Supreme Court of Canada yesterday overturning the conviction of a Wet'suwet'en man in an aboriginal fishing rights case bodes well for the landmark Delgam Uukw land title action said the Gitxsan chief treaty negotiator. Mas Gak (Don Ryan) said the decision "sends a signal that we'll get a moderate ruling in the Delgam Uukw case. There is some hope there." The Supreme Court ducked the issue of self-government in their decision said Mas Gak but clearly stated that conditions attached to the fishing license Canada was attempting to impose on Nikal violated his aboriginal rights. The judges found that the type of restrictions associated with the license were something that had to be worked out in a consultation process between a First Nation member and Department of Fisheries and Oceans. The conditions could not be unilaterally imposed by Canada. "The judges' decision reaffirms the consultation process and confirms it is an aboriginal right," said Mas Gak. "The federal government can't unilaterally do things without the consent of the First Nation affected." In the Delgam Uukw case, the B.C. Court of Appeal ruled in 1993 that consultation must occur before the Crown sanctions an activity which infringes on the ability of a First Nation member to carry out their aboriginal rights. Since that decision the Gitxsan have repeatedly tried to get the provincial government and companies that operate on their traditional territories to live up to the appeal court ruling. The Nikal decision helps "consolidate the co-management approach on our land and resources" said Mas Gak. "It reinforces what we have said about our rights." The Delgam Uukw court action will further define the nature and scope of aboriginal rights. In the action, Gitxsan and Wet'suwet'en hereditary chiefs are asserting their jurisdiction, ownership and self-government over 58,000 square kilometers of traditional territory in northwest B.C. The aboriginal rights issues arising from the Delgam Uukw case were supposed to be part of negotiations entered into by the Gitxsan under the B.C. treaty process beginning in July, 1994. But the province pulled out of negotiations Feb. 1, 1996, saying they preferred litigation over negotiation. The Supreme Court of Canada is set to hear the Delgam Uukw case June 9-13, 1997. --------- "RE: Native America Calling Schedule" --------- Date: Mon, 6 May 1996 11:50:05 -0600 From: chato@unm.edu (Bernadette Chato) Subj: Native America Calling schedule Mailing List: NATIVE-L (native-l@gnosys.svle.ma.us) Here's the program schedule for the radio talk show, *Native America Calling.* It's to keep you posted on what's happening with native- produced radio. If you have resources to share, please give us a call! TO:PUBLIC RADIO PROGRAM DIRECTORS, GENERAL MANAGERS FR:NATIVE AMERICA CALLING DT:MAY 3, 1996 RE:SCHEDULE FOR NATIVE AMERICA CALLING, MAY 6 - 17, 1996 NATIVE AMERICA CALLING, the first national call-in radio program to focus on Native issues. Listener line 1-800-99-NATIV. Feed Time:M - F, 1300 - 1359 ET Channel Info:Channel 8 PEV Code 391 Digital Frequency B68.2 Galaxy 4, Transponder B Broadcast Rights: Each program is designed for live use. The fee to carry NATIVE AMERICA CALLING is determined on whether the station is a member of AIROS. There is a set fee for AIROS members; if not a member, fee is based on stations annual revenue. Call John at (402) 472-0941 if you intend to broadcast NAC. ---------------------------------------------------------------- **** P R O G R A M S U B J E C T T O C H A N G E **** Watch the DACS or your FAX for updates!! ---------------------------------------------------------------- HOSTS: BERNADETTE CHATO (BC) and TOM BEAVER (TB) PROGRAM SCHEDULE for 5/6 - 5/10: MON - 5/6: Decades ago land leases were signed by tribes to allow white settlers to live on their reservations. Now those leases are up. Will the settlers be allowed to stay or will the tribes evict them? Guests include Blackfeet attorney Joe McKay and Seneca Nation President Dennis Bowen. Host: TB TUE - 5/7: In the 1950's Alaska Natives were exposed to radioactive iodine during military experiments. The unsuspecting natives have filed a $48 million claim against the U.S. Air Force? Did the Air Force cross ethical lines? Guests include Dr. David Baines. Host: TB WED - 5/8: Tribal resorts are located on some of the most pristine land in America. They're also some of the best kept vacation secrets in the country. Where are they? Guests include Kah Nee Ta Resort cultural director Lucinda Green. Host: BC THU - 5/9: KYUK radio in Bethel, Alaska is celebrating its 25th anniversary on the air. NACs Bernadette Chato and Alaska journalist Gary Fife join us live from Bethel. Host: BC FRI - 5/10: Wellness Edition: Mothers are the providers of life. Call us and tell us what makes your Mom so wonderful on our Mother's Day special. Bernadette Chato joins us live from Bethel, Alaska. Host: TB PROGRAM SCHEDULE for 5/13 - 5/17: MON - 5/13: It's open lines! What are the hot issues in Indian Country? Our callers are invited to tell us what's on their minds. Hosts: TB & BC TUE - 5/14: All across Indian Country law enforcement officers put their lives on the line. We honor our officers on National Law Enforcement Day. Guests TBA. Host: TB WED - 5/15: The blueprints for the National Museum of the American Indian are the on the drawing board. Plans are underway to build it on The Mall in Washington D.C. Whos deciding what goes in the museum? Guests TBA. Host: BC THU - 5/16: Tribes must develop stronger economies to survive the times. Do traditional tribal values clash with economic prosperity? Guests join us from the Oweesta 96 conference in Green Bay Wisconsin. Host: BC FRI - 5/17: Wellness Edition: Many people are turning to herbs for medicinal use. But how safe are they? Guests TBA. Host: BC Watch the DACS for schedule updates. Questions: NAC, Pam Belgarde 505-277-7999 Distribution/Promotion, John Gregg, AIROS 402-472-0941 Production/programming inqueries: Harlan McKosato, Assoc Prod 505-277-5201 Bernadette Chato, Assoc Prod/Host 505-277-5354 Tom Beaver, Assoc Prod/Host 505-277-5194 NATIVE AMERICA CALLING is a production of Native America Public Telecommunications, Inc., Lincoln, Nebraska. Production offices and studio for NAC is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. # # # RADIO STATIONS AIRING *NATIVE AMERICA CALLING* Produced in Albuquerque, NM KABR 1500 AMAlamo, New Mexico KBRW 680 AMBarrow, Alaska KBSU 730 AMBoise, Idaho KCIE 90.5 FMDulce, New Mexico KCUK 88.1 FMChevak, Alaska KEYA 88.5 FMBelcourt, North Dakota KGHR 91.5 FMTuba City, Arizona KGLP 91.7 FMGallup, New Mexico KIDE 91.3 FMHoopa, California KILI 90.1 FMPorcupine, South Dakota KNSA 930 AMUnalakleet, Alaska KOTZ 720 AMKotzebue, Alaska KRCL 90.9 FMSalt Lake City, Utah KSKA 91.1 FMAnchorage, Alaska KSKO 870 AMMcGrath, Alaska KSUT 91.3 FMIgnacio, Colorado KTDB 89.7 FMPinehill, New Mexico KUNM 89.9 FMAlbuquerque, New Mexico KWSO 91.9 FMWarm Springs, Oregon KYUK 640 AMBethel, Alaska WYRU 1160 AMRed Springs, North Carolina Most stations carry *Native America Calling* live at 1300-1359 Eastern Time. However some stations opt to air the program on tape delay. Call the particular station for broadcast time. If you do not see a station listed for your area, consider calling your local public radio station to ask if they could carry it. The rates are VERY reasonable. Information, including rates and a demo tape, on *Native America Calling* can be obtained by calling John Belindo, manager, American Indian Radio on Satellite Network (AIROS) at 1-800-571-6885. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bernadette Chato, Assoc Producer/Host Snail Mail: PO Box 40164 NATIVE AMERICA CALLING Albuquerque, NM 87196 The Nation's 1st Electronic Talking Circle 505-277-5354/FAX 505-277-4286 Heard on public radio stations! E-mail: chato@unm.edu --------- "RE: Dream Catchers" --------- Date: Tue, 30 Apr 1996 16:39:39 -0500 From: eaglerok@northernnet.com (feather eaglerock) Subj: Dream Catchers Mailing List: NATCHAT (natchat@gnosys.svle.ma.us) o'siyo We shared this story before when the subject of dream catchers came up. There are many new people to the list and we would like to share it again. We live on the Leech Lake Rez in Anishinabe Country. Where dream catchers catch the bad dreams and let the good dreams come through. Right after we moved back here from the west coast, the local public school built a park (it was a community effort) on the elementary school grounds, and named it "Dreamer Catcher Park." We were upset when we saw the finished park. At the center of the park is some rubber-hose covered chains for climbing on that resemble the web. The rest of the playground equipment looks like a cross between a European castle and a wild west frontier outpost. When we voiced our dismay to our late friend, Chi Mukwa (John rainbird) -- he chuckled his infamous chuckle and said, "Amazing what those things will catch, isn't it?!" And today we see the Dream Catcher Park with different eyes, thanks to the wisdom of our brother, Chi Mukwa, who loved his Anishnabe people and who stood and spoke up for them many times. We are forced by today's economics to walk in two cultures. The culture of the dominant society is one of either/ors, denial, irresponsibility, pretense and plastic. . . The traditional way is to know who we are and where we are and _to deal with reality_; to seek balance in our lives through respect and responsibility, to protect our mother, and insure the survival of our future peoples: two-leggeds, winged ones, four-leggeds, the plants. . . . We have many people who come to us and ask to sweat in our lodges. We ask that they sit with us first, in a good way, in a talking circle to talk about what it they want from the ceremonies. We ask them to think about, to consider what is they are praying for. Many times we have people tell us that they need strength and that is what they are praying for. You do not get strong muscles from sitting around praying for strong muscles -- you strengthen the muscles you have by exercising and pushing/testing those muscles you have. . . . They do not understand why so many "bad things" are happening to them and they keep praying for strength to cope with the "bad things" that are happening to them. . . . The ways of the Creator are mysterious, and we get what we ask for. we need to _know and clearly recognize/see_ what it is that we are asking for. The 'answers' to our prayers are all around us, we just need to pay attention. Creator hears what is coming from our hearts and cannot be fooled by fancy words. Respect for the many gifts of the creator and responsibility for the survival of those gifts. When we take we must give back. What we put into the Circle is what will come back to us. We hope that you receive these words from us, in a good way. Bernard and Feather rock Feather Eaglerock, Leech Lake Rez English is a foreign language. Reclaim the language of your people and send it to the future as your gift to your grandchildren's grandchildren. di-ka-ne'-tsv a'-qua-tse'-li ha-htv-gi, wa-do' do-da-da-go'-hv