Wampanoag land dispute
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Interview in front of Mashpee Town Hall about lawsuit over Wampanoag land dispute. Town has put municipal projects on hold while money is spent in defense against tribe to protect status of current property owners and ongoing development. Police station. Interview with Mrs. Blakeman about stagnating effect suit has on residents and revival of old prejudices. Carved sign “Mashpee, Land of the Wampanoag, Incorporated 1870.”
