This may explaine somethings to me . I have always been told that there was Indian in us but back then it was not talked about my grandad was called black John because he was dark , he used to get letters from OK for land because of his indian blood but he burned the letters and told my grandmother to never speak of it too anyone so I am stuck trying to find out the Indian name. His name was John Henry Bilberry his wife was Lucinda Elizabeth (Conner) Bilberry do have any Idea where I can find out about the letters he got so maybe I can find the Indian. thanks Jalena ____________________________________ May your Waters Run Gentle, With Love Care And Concern, Alece, Little Hawk,

In a message dated 10/1/00 7:12:50 PM Eastern Daylight Time, HAWKL35@aol.com writes: << We got word this afternoon that my husband's uncle died suddenly today of a heart attack. Will you remember all the family in your prayers? This is going to be tough, and I don't think the reality has quite sunk in yet. DEAH >> Hi Alece, Please tell T- Feather I am very sorry about the lost. Sorry I am late in my reply. Bright Star

In a message dated 10/4/0 12:25:30 AM, REDSKI9136 wrote: <<Hi Everyone, Well they got my phone hooked up today, and I am back on line. It sure has been a long week. I have all this backed up mail and boxes to unpack. I sure missed all of you. Bright Star>> Welcome back Sis~ These things happen, I tell ya it's been crazy the last 3 weeks hasn't it!~ glad you phone is hooked up and your back, I missed you, we all missed you girl~! blessings, Sali (Turtle)

In a message dated 10/3/00 8:26:15 PM Central Daylight Time, REDSKI9136@aol.com writes: << Hi Everyone, Well they got my phone hooked up today, and I am back on line. It sure has been a long week. I have all this backed up mail and boxes to unpack. I sure missed all of you. Bright Star >> Well Hello There Bright Star I bet you were about to go into siber shock lol good to see you back, I sure did miss you, May your Waters Run Gentle, With Love Care And Concern, Alece, Little Hawk,

Hi Everyone, Well they got my phone hooked up today, and I am back on line. It sure has been a long week. I have all this backed up mail and boxes to unpack. I sure missed all of you. Bright Star

<+>=<+>KOLA Newslist<+>=<+> [source: NativeNews; Mon, 02 Oct 2000 20:15:53 -0400] <<<<CAMP JUSTICE NEWS RELEASE 10-02-00>>>> From: Sandra Matchen <cle@onlinecol.com> **Please send this news release far and wide, especially to media sources From: Camp Justice, Organizers, Leaders and Supporters of: "Camp Justice" and the "March for Justice" to White Clay, Nebraska Date: October 2, 2000 Contact: Spokespersons: Tom Poor Bear, Loren Black Elk, Webster Poor Bear, Tom Clifford Phones: 605-462-6302, 605-867-2244 or 605-867-2269 Fax: 605-462-6518 or 605-867-2609 Address: Camp Justice, c/o Tom Poor Bear, P.O. Box 823, Pine Ridge SD 57770 FOR IMMEDIATE NEWS RELEASE 10-02-00 __________________________________________ RUSHVILLE - JUDGE PLANTZ WILL NOT DISMISS CHARGES Six Camp Justice warriors for justice who are charged with failure to comply with a lawful order and obstruction of Justice by crossing into White Clay, Nebraska on July 3, 1999 to protest against unsolved murders, liquor sales and to reclaim White Clay appeared again before Judge Charles Plantz in Sheridan County Court in Rushville, Nebraska on Friday September 29th. Warriors for Justice who were arrested, standing Strong are: former Oglala Sioux Tribal President John Steele, 52, Manderson, S.D.;. Webster Poor Bear, 49, Wanblee, S.D; Frank LaMere, 49, South Sioux City; Tom Poor Bear, 44, Wanblee, S.D.; and Benedict "Bennie" Black Elk, 36; Gary Moore, 36, Pine Ridge. The warriors were denied request for dismissal of both charges and they were instructed to write a brief on why they feel they should not be charged. The brief is due to the court on October 13th at 1:00pm. Judge Plantz will set a date for the hearing on October 20, 2000. We still stand strong on the fact that the court should have dismissed both charges as the order not to step foot in White Clay was not a "lawful order" but was clearly an "intimidation order." For the first time during the case it was disclosed that Governor Mike Johanns ordered in the National Guard for security for the White Clay occupants. Now our questions as to where all the snipers came from and who was in all those buses, are finally answered. Camp Justice organizers ask supporters to continue to show support by faxing letters of support to Camp Justice at 605-462-6518 and to local media in their area. We need help with funding for our attorney, Jerry Matthews who has been working on behalf of Camp Justice from the beginning and has not charged us for legal services or profit. Thanks to help form our supporters we were able to give him a little bit of money, please send more for him if you can. Camp Justice is being prepared for the winter and we still need donations and supplies to help feed visitors, maintain the camp, buy calling cards, for transportation and to continue the occupation. Camp Justice and the weekly Walks for Justice to White Clay were established shortly after Wally Black Elk & Ron Hard Heart were brutally beaten, mutilated and found dead near the Nebraska/South Dakota border on June 8, 1999. They were last seen about 10:30 on June 6th walking from White Clay back to Pine Ridge. The reward for information leading to an arrest of the murderer(s) of Wally and Ron has been increased to $40,000. We are trying to get the reward increased to $50,000. Officials, including Attorney General Janet Reno and the FBI, will not release information in regards to the investigation. Camp Justice goals are to keep the pressure on local, state and federal law enforcement to solve the murders of Wally and Ron, to maintain a physical and spiritual presence at Camp Justice to ensure that no other beatings or murders occur, create a public awareness campaign within our tribe, the state, and on a national level regarding the issues of the disparity of justice that exists for our Lakota people, the criminal activity that is occurring in White Clay; i.e. underage drinking, prostitution, assaults, deaths from drunk driving, thefts, and murders, and to reclaim White Clay which clearly belongs to the Oglala Oyate by treaty. Supporters and organizers of many groups, including the American Indian Movement (AIM) are planing to PROTEST against the Columbus Day Parade in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday Oct. 7th, 2000. We will meet with all people that would like to join us at Four Winds Indian Project at 5th and Bannock, 205 West 5th Ave. at 8:00 AM Oct. 7th. The parade will start at 10:00am at 12th and Welton - then will go down 15th to the Denver Civic Center. Much tragedy and injustices have happened to our people in Denver. Denver was one of the original assimilation hub locations during the planning and implementing of the Indian Reorganization Act (IRA). Many Camp Justice Supporters, including, Mike L. Graham, Founder United Native America (UNA) and his group will be joining the protest Saturday. UNA is planning to be on hand with a 4x12 holiday banner and it will be displayed where all can see. He is also bringing petitions to replace the Columbus Day Holiday with a Native American Indian Day. Another protest is scheduled on Oct. 9th, Columbus Day, in Pueblo, Colorado. See Mike's press release for more information. Contact him at Rt. 6 box 243 Muldrow, Okla. 74948 - 918-427-9894 MIKECHEROKEE@aol.com Organizers of Camp Justice wish to thank those of Lakota Nation Journal, Nebraskans for Peace and those who attended the hearing last week. Additionally, we wish to thank the internet force of supporters who have been working on behalf of the oyate, sending out news releases and disseminating information...for justice. Camp Justice strives to work in a good way with the media and human and civil rights volunteers and organizations. Members of Camp Justice are continuing to assist with security and support to help protect the Sacred Cannupa and the Grass Roots elders, families and visitors occupying the Red Cloud Tribal Building to address issues of much corruption in Pine Ridge and throughout the homelands. Camp Justice will continue to stand United and Strong in our efforts to obtain the Justice and Accountability our nation deserves and expects. In the Spirit of Human & Civil Justice, Camp Justice, Tom Poor Bear Written and Presented on behalf of: Camp Justice Organizers, Volunteers and millions of Supporters protecting the Lakota Nation. Camp Justice & March for Justice Lakota Oyate Organizers: Spokespersons: Tom Poor Bear, Loren Black Elk, Webster Poor Bear, Tom Clifford Elder Spokesperson: Johnson Holy Rock Other Organizers: Ben Black Elk, Wayne Black Elk, Reggie & Faye Cedar Face, Ede Sherman, Dave Clifford, Jun Little, Alberta Black Bear, Chaz Little Bear, Moses Thunder Hawk, Lloyd Fire Thunder, Billy & Rose Beane, Robin Mesteth, Tony Brave, Lyman Red Cloud, Guy George Janis, Tuck LeBeau, Steve Little Sky, Vicky Thunder Hawk, Gary Moore, Sandra Matchen. Legal Advisors: Jerry Matthews, NSBA, 155517, Abourezk Law Firm, Native American Rights Fund Send Letters of Support, Donations and Supplies to: Camp Justice c/o Tom Poor Bear P.O. Box 823 Pine Ridge, SD 57770 Camp Justice c/o Fay Cedar Face (packages) 200 Eastridge Rd Pine Ridge, SD 57770 Permission is granted for forwarding or posting if this entire document above is kept intact, and not altered in any way. -30- [In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. section 107, this material is distributed without profit or payment to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving this information for non-profit research and educational purposes only.]

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In a message dated 10/3/00 12:00:00 AM Central Daylight Time, GLewis2035@aol.com writes: << lot of your government officials and society folk aren't smart enough yet to figure out most of them have some native Indian blood also and they are punishing their own people !!!!!! Grandma >> You Go Grandmother thease are wise words , boy you have hit the nail on the head this time, May your Waters Run Gentle, With Love Care And Concern, Alece, Little Hawk,

Hey List! Here's a great place to visit~ I personally have benefited from this site along with many other people. Check out: http://www.familyhistory.com/ Blessings, Sali (Turtle)

In a message dated 10/3/0 4:00:00 AM, GLewis2035@aol.com wrote: << lot of your government officials and society folk aren't smart enough yet to figure out most of them have some native Indian blood also and they are punishing their own people !!!!!! Grandma >> You got that one right Grandma Tsi Tsi! By the way Grandma, thanks for the prayers for my boy! luvya! Blessings, Turtle/

Dear Chatters: The bad news: ARKANSAS will be the Featured State on Thursday.......the good news: I decided to add SC & MO to our new Tuesday line-up......so tell your friends and neighbors to join us. There will be a new poll in the forum tomorrow for next weeks featured state--thanks to everyone who voted......it was really exciting to see the match.....one minute SC would be ahead.....then an hour later, MO was ahead.......I gave up deciding! Tuesday's Schedule: http://huntsville.about.com/mpchat.htm (all times Eastern; please SUBTRACT 1 hr. for Central; 2 hrs. for Mt.; 3 hrs. for Pacific) 10-11 am Eastern--NATIVE AMERICAN/AFRICAN AMERICAN/MELUNGEON 1-3 pm Eastern--NEW ENGLAND/MID-ATLANTIC STATES...... 8 pm Eastern--WEST VIRGINIA genealogy....... 9 pm Eastern--RICHARDSON surname.......... 10 pm Eastern--SOUTH CAROLINA genealogy....... 11 pm Eastern--MISSOURI genealogy...... I have the chat transcripts for all of Sunday's chats up now. I will get Monday nights up just as soon as possible: Index to chats transcripts: http://huntsville.about.com/blrecords.htm Please stop by the forum and read all the wonderful new entries that have been posted: http://forums.about.com/ab-huntsville If you need chat or forum instructions, let me know. Jean Brandau About Guide to Huntsville AL http://huntsville.about.com email: huntsville.guide@about.com forum: http://forums.about.com/ab-huntsville chat: http://huntsville.about.com/mpchat.htm

lot of your government officials and society folk aren't smart enough yet to figure out most of them have some native Indian blood also and they are punishing their own people !!!!!! Grandma

<+>=<+>KOLA Newslist<+>=<+> From: MIKECHEROKEE@aol.com Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:46:56 EDT Subject: UNITED NATIVE AMERICA PRESS RELEASE (DENVER, COLO.) PRESS RELEASE United Native America America _Indian _Made United Native America will be in Denver, Colorado Oct. 7th to protest the Columbus Day Parade. We will meet with all people that would like to join us at Four Winds Indian Project at 5th and Downing, 205 West 5th Ave. at 8:00 AM Oct. 7th. On Oct. 9th, Columbus Day, we will be in Pueblo, Colorado to join groups in their protest. Pueblo is known to be the first place to hold a Columbus Day Parade in this Country. The time has come for all Americans to stand up against the Columbus atrocities toward the Indian Nations he came in contact with, the first one being the Taino Indian Nation. Our we as American citizens so blind to the truth of Columbus that we allow for our tax dollars to pay for a national holiday for a mass murderer, kidnapper, enslaver and a thief? As a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, with Italian heritage myself, I take no pride in my Italian heritage in this country. When you look at the millions of tax dollars that have been spent on fighting organized crime in this country and countless television shows glorifying Italian mobsters and my tax dollars paying for Columbus Day, this is a National Sick Joke! The Italian community in this country needs to wake up to their overall dirt bag, low life image. you can view this image weekly on HBO with your family. The Italian community is not protesting the image of them that is being portrayed in television and movies. Columbus is the Hitler of America! It is another National sick joke, that of all the Federal holidays on the books, not one of them recognize or pay tribute to the American Indians. The so called founding fathers of this country brought about the Federal Government using Indian Government as a guide. Freedom of speech, separation of Governmental powers and Federalism was achieved by observing Indian Governments. It did not come from Europe, Africa, Middle east or Asia. There is not one group of people in this country that have suffered or endured any more hardship than the American Indians, nor any race of people on the face of this planet. Slavery around the world and human genocide in world war two is one thing, but the Indians have endured five centuries of genocide and wars fighting for their homeland to live in peace. With all that this great Nation of America has today, came from the American Indians homeland at the expense of the worlds longest holocaust against the Indian race. With all the support that the American Indians have given to the Federal and State Governments in the forming of this Country, we should not have to ask for a national holiday. Our ancestors helped the Federal Government come about and achieve it's independence July 4th 1776, we have Thanksgiving Day because of the American Indians and countless more contributions. African Americans have proclaimed the confederate flag raciest and should be taken out of schools and public buildings. Not one word in the national news media is said about what the American Indians endured under the United States flag. My question to America is why is the plight of one group of people in this country more important to correct and make amends for what was done to them and completely ignore what was done to the original inhabitants of this land? United Native America is calling on all Americans to make this country face up to the inhuman acts committed against the American Indian people. It is time for the genocide of American Indians to stop now, along with the racial exclusion of them in our society today. The Congressional Indian Caucus in Washington DC. is drafting a national holiday bill at this time to bring before Congress after the first of next year, there number is 202-225-3611 ask for Kimberly Teehee or contact JD Hayworth of Arizona, jdhayworth@mail.house.gov, for holiday information on the Internet go to: http://mytwobeadsworth.freeservers.com/TurtleIsland3html http://users.skynet.be/kola/index.htm email petition, click on holiday banner Founder United Native America Mike L. Graham Rt. 6 box 243 Muldrow, Okla. 74948 918-427-9894 MIKECHEROKEE@aol.com <http://mytwobeadsworth.freeservers.com/TurtleIsland3.html> <http://kola-hq.hypermart.net/actnhna.htm> Web sites in support of holiday, over 50. <http://littledeermusic.com/> LittleDeer Music and Seminars <http://www.billywirth.net/> Welcome to BillyWirth.Net <http://www.reddeviltruckwash.com/d.midthunder.htm> David Midthunder <http://hometown.aol.com/wicomicowm/WicomicomWomanWiindex.html> <http://www.angelfire.com/ok3/wfeather/index.html> <http://sites.netscape.net/tecumsehsdream> Tecumseh's Dream 2001; An historic event celebrating the October 2001 gathering <http://www.rodneygrant.com/> Official Rodney A. Grant Web-Site <http://www.gredwolf.com/> Native American Mixed Blood

From: WAZINAGI@aol.com To: WAZINAGI@aol.com Subject: Special Mailing Leonard Peltier Sorry if this is a duplicate Date: Sun, Oct 1, 2000, 1:16 PM Dear Friends; Please forgive me if you receive more than one copy of this mailing, but it was done very quickly due to the urgency of this matter. Leonard Peltier has lost all legal avenues of recourse in his fight for freedom. The only avenue left to him is that of an Executive Clemency Order by President Clinton. We all have been urging this action for years now, with numerous other Presidents, yet our voices have fallen on deaf ears it seems. President Clinton did state that this was a matter he would investigate and work on when he was campaigning in his first run for office. To date no action has been taken, and it is not too far in the future when he will leave office. Therefore, pressure must be exerted and it must be continuous, to make this ONLY action available to Leonard, before President Clinton leaves office. Today at 2 P.M., there is an organizational meeting being held at 39 West 14th St., New York City, NY The purpose it to organize and set in motion plans for a march in Leonards behalf on December 10th to the United Nations. There are petitions for clemency that will be carried to the UN at that time. Some signators of these are Mother Theresa, Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, Ghandi and over 50 million American Citizens. If any of you can attend this organiational meeting, please make every effort to do so. This situation is in a critical state, and needs every possible means and person to support it. The time for gaining and guaranteeing that Leonard receive Executive Clemency from President Clinton is growing mercilessly short. Your support of this effort is greatly appreciated. In service to our community; Ghost Dancer

Alece, Prayers are going out for you all~ blessings to you & yours Turtle/

Training Announcement: ARPA Training at Hopi (Navajo doing same October 16-20; Ronald Maldonado is their contact <rpm_crcs@yahoo.com>). Dear Partner in Heritage Preservation In an effort to address the problem of looting and vandalism of archeological sites on Indian and federal lands, the Hopi Tribe and Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) are hosting a class entitled Archeological Law Enforcement on October 10-13, 2000 at the Kykotsmovi Community Center in Kykotsmovi, Arizona. Law enforcement officers, rangers, prosecutors, and other tribal and federal staff whose job places them in the field are invited to attend the class. Students will be presented an overview of the Archeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA) and the serious looting problem of archeological sites on Indian and federal lands. The class will further provide exposure to the characteristics of looters and vandals, criminal investigative techniques, and prosecution strategies. Additional training will include introducing students to archeological resources in the area and a mock crime scene exercise. Senior Instructors for the class are Messrs. Martin McAllister and Elwood Jones, long-time instructors formerly associated with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. They will be accompanied by Mr. Dennis Kennedy, Assistant U.S. Attorney from the State of Virginia. These individuals are nationally recognized for their efforts in combating looting throughout the United States and we are very pleased to have the opportunity to present this class. Congress passed the Archeological Resources Protection Act in 1979 to protect irreplaceable archeological resources on Indian and federal lands. The law provides for both criminal and civil penalties, including a maximum fine of $250,000 and five years in prison, plus the forfeiture of all vehicles and equipment used in the commission of the crime. A $500 reward also is granted for information leading to a conviction. Travel and lodging are the responsibility of the class participants. The closest accommodations are approximately ten short miles away at the scenic Hopi Cultural Center 520.734.2401 on Second Mesa or in Winslow at the Best Western Adobe Inn 520.289.4638. To ensure a quality learning experience, class size is limited to forty students. Registration is first come first serve. For further information, contact Mr. Kurt Dongoske, Tribal Archeologist, Hopi Tribe, at (520) 734-3761 <kdongoske@hopi.nsn.us>, or Mr. Garry J. Cantley, Western Regional Archeologist, BIA, <GarryCantley@bia.gov> at 602.379.6750.

<+>=<+>KOLA Newslist<+>=<+> [source: NativeNews; Fri, 29 Sep 2000 10:05:54 -0400] <http://www.mcall.com:80/html/news/lehightn/b_pg005_e3b5_1powwow3.htm> Lenni Lenape hope powwow helps in quest for recognition But state legislators believe formal government nod could open door for gambling in Pennsylvania. 09/29/00 By CHRIS PARKER Of The Morning Call The gentle rustle of beaded skirts, the rhythmic beat of drums and the melodic cadence of chants will tell the story of American Indian culture at a gathering in Lehighton this weekend. Some organizers hope the Lenape Tears Pow Wow will help advance the group's quest to obtain formal government recognition of its existence in Pennsylvania. The state does not recognize tribes and it's unlikely it will anytime soon. The Lenni Lenape in Pennsylvania have been trying for years to get that official nod, but key legislators are wary, believing the status could open the door to casino gambling in the state. Using a 1988 federal law called the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, some tribes in some states have skirted state laws and opened casinos. Federal recognition acknowledges a tribe's ancestral link to land. Under the law, the Lenni Lenape could buy land as a tribe. That land would come under federal protection, allowing the tribe to build a casino despite state law prohibiting gambling. The Lenni Lenape cannot appeal directly to Washington because state recognition must be granted before the federal government will recognize a tribe. Area Lenni Lenape Nation members say gambling is not their motivation. "This tribe does not want recognition for the purpose of gaming," said Suzanne Welker of Luzerne County, whose husband, Richard, traces his roots to the Lenape Nation. At one time, the Lenni Lenape comprised the dominant tribe in the Lehigh Valley and Pocono areas. They were an eastern woodland group that hunted, foraged and farmed. In the mid-1700s most of the Lenape were forced westward with colonial expansion. "What they are seeking is perhaps getting a piece of land for a cultural center and museum to portray the Native American culture in Pennsylvania the way it truly should be," Welker said. "This is a way of making things right." In addition, the recognition would give the tribe access to a host of federal programs, from housing funding to educational subsidies. It's a noble intent, and one that state Rep. David G. Argall, R-Schuylkill, shares. But he worries that someday the Lenni Lenape's much sought-after link to ancestral land could be used for a far less spiritual end. Argall is vice chairman of the State Government Committee, which has pondered legislation that would grant the Lenni Lenape official recognition. "Several bills have been introduced into the committee," he said. "The major hangup is that [Chairman Rep. Paul] Clymer has very strong feelings against the introduction of casino gambling in Pennsylvania." Clymer is a Republican from Bucks County. Argall said he is reluctant to "allow any legislation, as innocent as it may be, to inadvertently open the door to casinos. This has certainly happened in other states." Like Argall, Clymer is sympathetic to the cause, but fears consequences that might come decades later. "The reason I have not moved on the proposals is because that could be the first step toward casino gambling in Pennsylvania," Clymer said. Proponents of the recognition have said they do not want gambling and asked Clymer to insert a clause into proposed legislation that would promise no casinos would be built. "But federal law overrides anything at the state level," Clymer said. "In five to 10 years, tribal leadership could change and they could negotiate with the state to build a casino. "Once you open the door, you can't close it," he said. While wary legislators parry and block, local Lenni Lenape this weekend will teach people about their culture through music, song, dance and artifacts. The Lenape Tears Pow Wow will be held Saturday and Sunday at the McCall Farm on Route 443 in Mahoning Township. Activities will begin at noon both days and end at 5 p.m. Sunday. There will be singing, dancing, drumming, flute playing and storytelling, Welker said. Indian American recording artists Jim Beer and the River will perform Saturday afternoon. The Turtle Island Singers will perform and storyteller Susan Little Feather will weave tales. --- Contact Chris Parker 610-379-3224 chris.parker@mcall.com [In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. section 107, this material is distributed without profit or payment to those who have expressed a prior interest in receiving this information for non-profit research and educational purposes only.]