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Grave robbers desecrate Nez Perce burial site near Snake River
Anthropologists from Idaho and Washington report grave robbing at a 19th century Indian burial ground on the Washington Idaho border. About 38 graves disturbed as a Nez Perce group relocates remains amid threats to artifacts and bones. Coffins smashed, jewelry and skulls removed for underground markets in Lewiston and California. Tribal leaders condemn the desecration and urge protection.
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Silcott, Wash
Snake River
Washington-Idaho
Roderick Sprague
University of Idaho
Washington State University
Sprague
Joseph
U.S. Cavalry
Nez Perce Tribal
Richard Halfmoon
Mike Rodefer
WSU
Lewiston
Idaho
California