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Amy Trice, former chairwoman of Kootenai Tribe, passes away


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Amy Trice, a former chairwoman of the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, died last Thursday.

Trice made headlines in 1974 when she declared "war" against the United States. She drew attention to the tribe's poverty and lack of federal recognition.

Her efforts led to the establishment of a 12-acre reservation, housing and a clinic. Later, she helped bring gaming to the tribe.

Trice is being laid to rest today at the Kootenai Mission.

Get the Story:
Native tribes lose an icon; services set for Amy Trice (Boundary County News 7/24)
Native American Kootenai Leader Walks On (Indian Country Today 7/25)

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