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Wednesday, September 17, 2003

The Tonto Apache Tribe of Arizona commemorated Melton "Chief" Campbell, the man who fought for the tribe's federal recognition.

The tribe was recognized in October 1972 after a 10-year effort by Campbell. He also worked to regain the tribe's land.

Campbell died ten years ago on September 13.

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Tonto Apaches remember 'Chief' (The Payson Roundup 9/16)

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