American Indian Quarterly, vol. 11, no. 2, Spring, 1987, pp. 97-125
Description
Looks at the evolution of the Cherokee legal system, from traditional blood feuds to a traditional tribal court system. However, the signing of the New Echota Treaty in 1835 saw the return to blood feuds within the Cherokee Nation.
Historical Studies in Education, vol. 7, no. 1, 1995, pp. 45-69
Description
Discusses government policy, the relationship between the Federal government, its officials and missionaries, and the impact of the government's move away from residential to local schools. The article includes the results of interviews with former Indian agents.
History of Education Quarterly, vol. 27, no. 4, Winter, 1987, pp. 473-497
Description
Examines detailed reports on schools and pupils which were sent headquarters in New York. Focuses on four groups: Choctaws, Creeks, Omahas and the Nez Perces.