I have a few questions about the Big Mountain situation and would like to hear
some opinions (and second opinions) on the following questions. I have been
of the opinion that all of the following questions can be answered YES.
Did the 1974 act occur after the Navajo Tribal Council would not lease the
land to Peabody Coal and/or Standard Oil?
Did the Hopi Tribal Council (whom Congress wanted to give control of the land)
agree that they would lease the land?
Was the "land war" between the Hopis and Navajos that was given much attention
in Congressional discussions faked?
Is it a fact that Peabody Coal made a key government official a vice president
after this individual successfully worked for the land transfer?
Aren't there some Hopi Traditionals who want the Navajos off the land?
Was Wayne Owens (former UTAH Congressional Rep) involved in the passage of the
1974 act? Wasn't he involved legally with John Boyden who represented Peabody
Coal?
All responses will be appreciated, especially those that correct mistakes.
Thanks in advance,
Bill Faulk
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bill@cbs.cis.com