Dr King’s death in vain, says professor at UBC
This article is about the murder of Dr. Martin Luther King. It concludes with a quote from Native Alliance for Red Power member Gerri Larkin, who expresses hope that Indigenous people will be inspired by the resilience of Black people and rise up to assert their rights. Citation: Vancouver Sun (April 9, 1968). Dr King’s death in vain, says professor at UBC. Pg 15. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240776499/A09CD4CF534F483FPQ/38?accountid=13800 Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Indians hit ‘treaty violations’
This article is about a demonstration held in solidarity with a Mohawk blockade at Cornwall, Ontario for recognition of the Jay Treaty. The Jay Treaty outlines that Indigenous people can cross freely from Canada into the USA. Ten members of the Native Alliance for Red Power attended this event, showcasing that Indigenous activism involves transnational alliances with other First Nations, and transnational causes – such as cross-border movement. Citation: Vancouver Sun (December 23, 1968). BC Indians hit ‘treaty violations’. Pg 7. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240552955/A09CD4CF534F483FPQ/30?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Church’s support was “private only”
This article is about an Anglican church’s questionable support of the Nisga’a people’s land claim. Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP) member Tony Antoine questions the church’s role in today’s world. Meanwhile, Indigenous commenter Mrs. Dora Cook, who previously published an opinion piece disagreeing with NARP, no voices concerns about the number of critical ‘study groups’ forming in BC. Citation: Vancouver Sun (May 30, 1969). Church’s support was ‘private only’. Pg 29. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240794924/A09CD4CF534F483FPQ/22?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Verdict disputed
This is a response to the Native Alliance for Red Power’s (NARP) advocacy for an all-Indigenous jury in court cases involving Indigenous peoples. The author, Mrs. Dora Cook, is an Indigenous woman who strongly disagrees with NARP’s stance and questions their authority to speak on behalf of all Indigenous people. Citation: Vancouver Sun (March 7, 1969). Verdict disputed. Pg 5. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240659474/F512F084039C4D78PQ/9?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
40 Indians Picket City Police
This article covers a Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP) protest at the Provincial Court of British Columbia in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. The protest was against police brutality in Sechelt and the Downtown Eastside. Around forty members participated and threatened to occupy the police station if the issue wasn’t addressed. The article references NARP members Willy Dunn and Tony Antoine. Citation: Vancouver Sun (May 26, 1969). 40 Indians Picket City Police. Pg 17. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240391594/F512F084039C4D78PQ/8?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Bob Hunter
This article explores the emergence of Red Power, drawing comparisons to movements like Black Power and other liberation struggles. It references the ‘8 points’ of the Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP). Similar to Black Panthers’ ‘10 Point Program’, NARPs 8 points outline the goals and values of the organization. Citation: Vancouver Sun (April 11, 1969). Bob Hunter. Pg 17. Vancouver, Canada, BC. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240589851/F512F084039C4D78PQ/7?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Indians plight seen worse under wing of provinces
This article discusses the resistance of Indigenous peoples against a government proposal to transfer Indigenous affairs from a Federal to Provincial jurisdiction. The second page of the article references the Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP), and NARP member Gerry Larkin. In the article, NARP advocates for the abolition of Indian Affairs. Citation: Vancouver Sun (March 26, 1969). Indians plight seen worse under wing of provinces. Pp 1-2. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240487673/F512F084039C4D78PQ/5?accountid=13800 Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Militant Indian pickets attack ‘cultural genocide’
This article covers a protest by the Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP) outside of a meeting of Residential School officials. It includes quotes from NARP member Ray Bobb and references the NARP newsletter. Interestingly, George Manuel, who was a community development worker at the time but later became the President of the National Indian Brotherhood and the World Council of Indigenous Peoples, attended the meeting and spoke highly of NARP’s protest. Citation: Vancouver Sun (March 13, 1968). Militant Indian pickets attack ‘cultural genocide’. Pg.7. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240542881/F1FBCFBD5EC14138PQ/4?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
Bob Hunter
This article introduces the ‘Beothuk Patrol’, an initiative created by the Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP) to monitor the Downtown Eastside streets. The Downtown Eastside is the poorest neighborhood in Vancouver and has a significant Indigenous population. The author joins NARP in their Patrol for a week and reports on the experience in subsequent newspapers. When reading the article, please note that it uses outdated, racist language. Citation: Vancouver Sun (June 25, 1969). Bob Hunter. Pg.25. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240496214/F1FBCFBD5EC14138PQ/3?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*
All Indian jurors demanded in trials of accused Indians
This article covers a protest that included the Native Alliance for Red Power (NARP) and fifty participants who advocated for the right to be judged by an all-Indigenous jury. Ray Bobb, a member of NARP, is mentioned as one of the participants. The protest is deemed a part of the Red Power movement. Citation: Vancouver Sun (March 3, 1969). All Indian jurors demanded in trials of accused Indians. Pg.10. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Found in https://www.proquest.com/hnpvancouversun/docview/2240609753/F1FBCFBD5EC14138PQ/2?accountid=13800&sourcetype=Historical%20Newspapers Leave a comment Cancel reply Logged in as Jacquelyn. Edit your profile. Log out? Required fields are marked * Message*