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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Allegations of Corruption and Graft in the Office of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1949-09-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_86_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Construction of South Road to Talihina, Oklahoma in 1949
- Date:
- 1949-09-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_86_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Calvin Raleigh and Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Construction of Indian Road between Red Oak and Talihina
- Date:
- 1949-09-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Memorandum on the Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-10-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support in Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1949-10-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Shawnee Nation, Quapaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Carl Albert Regarding Per Capita Payments to Choctaws and Chickasaws, 1949
- Date:
- 1949-11-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence with Carl Albert Regarding Tribal Membership and Inheritance Disputes
- Date:
- 1949-11-22
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.
- Date:
- 1949-11-23
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Quapaw Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Coal Strip Mining on Segregated Lands: A Plea for Environmental Preservation in 1949 Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1949-11-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Obtain Out-of-Print Book of Choctaw Nation Statutes
- Date:
- 1949-11-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The text includes a series of letters between various individuals regarding complaints about the handling of Indian affairs, specifically related to assistance with filling out proofs of heirship. There are discussions about allegations of exorbitant prices for services and potential collusion between parties. The letters also address concerns about unfair treatment and corruption within the Indian Service. The individuals involved express a commitment to investigating and addressing these issues to ensure justice for the Indian community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_81_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Allegations of Corruption and Graft in the Office of Indian Affairs")
![["The Bank of Red Oak in Oklahoma is seeking assistance from Honorable Carl Albert to help get a road built from Red Oak to Talihina, cutting down travel distance to the Indian Hospital. They have a County Commissioner, Paul Lyons, willing to work on the road and are hoping for support from the Indian Department. Carl Albert has expressed willingness to help with the project and has written to the Indian Department about it."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_86_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_86_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Construction of South Road to Talihina, Oklahoma in 1949")
![["Calvin Raleigh writes to Congressman Carl Albert asking for support in getting the Indian Department to construct a road from Red Oak to Talihina. Congressman Albert responds, stating that he has already taken up the matter with the Indian Department and will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_86_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_86_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Calvin Raleigh and Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Construction of Indian Road between Red Oak and Talihina")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has made progress in distributing funds from the sale of tribal coal and asphalt lands to the Choctaw and Chickasaw nations. 10,450 living enrollees have been paid, with efforts being made to pay the remaining living enrollees before processing claims of heirs for inherited shares. Approximately 23,000 forms for application and proof of heirship have been mailed out, with plans to provide assistance to those who need help with their claims. The Bureau believes that the work is progressing well and payments to heirs will be made as quickly as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Memorandum on the Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["The document is a bill that aims to provide for the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma. It authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a program of economic and other improvements for the benefit of these tribes. The bill also includes provisions for loans to promote economic development, educational purposes, housing, and land purchases for individual Indians and tribal groups. It outlines regulations for loan eligibility, repayment, foreclosure, and the use of funds for assistance and protection of the interests of the United States. Additionally, it authorizes appropriations for administrative expenses, technical assistance, and employment support for the Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support in Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["The text is a series of letters between Ervin Lavers and Carl Albert, a member of the House of Representatives, regarding the delay in per capita payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians based on deceased relatives' claims. Albert is trying to speed up the process and has requested the agency in Muskogee to process the claims as quickly as possible. He assures Lavers that he will continue to work on the issue and provide updates when possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_83_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Carl Albert Regarding Per Capita Payments to Choctaws and Chickasaws, 1949")
![["The text is a series of letters written by Mrs. Iola Mae Eubanks to Congressman Carl Albert regarding her father's status as a member of the Chickasaw-Choctaw tribes and his eligibility for per capita payments. The letters express her belief that her father was a member of the tribes and provide a list of names of individuals who could verify this information. The response from Congressman Albert's office states that after examining the rolls, it was determined that her father was not a member of the tribes and therefore not eligible for the payments. The office offers to assist in other matters if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_83_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence with Carl Albert Regarding Tribal Membership and Inheritance Disputes")
![["The document is a letter and resolution regarding desired legislation and a bill for the rehabilitation of the needy and deserving members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma. The resolution endorses the bill and urges Congress to enact it into law. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a program for economic improvements for the tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma, with a budget of $50,000,000. Loans can be made for economic development and education purposes, with specific eligibility criteria. Reimbursement for loans must be made within forty years."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.")
![["The letter is addressed to Governor Roy J. Turner of Oklahoma, expressing concern about the coal stripping activities in Oklahoma that are causing devastation to the land. The letter highlights the negative impact of this activity on the environment and urges the Governor to take action to stop it. Mrs. Cecil C. Vaughan, the author of the letter, also sent a copy to Congressman Stigler for support in rectifying the situation. Congressman Albert also acknowledges the letter and expresses willingness to work with Congressman Stigler and Governor Turner to address the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_87_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Coal Strip Mining on Segregated Lands: A Plea for Environmental Preservation in 1949 Oklahoma")
![["The text consists of a series of letters regarding the search for an out-of-print volume of statutes of the Choctaw Nation for John L. Pebworth and the expedited payment of heirship money to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. The letters discuss efforts to locate the book through various dealers and the slow process of examining proofs of heirship for payment. There are also requests for assistance from government officials to speed up the process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Obtain Out-of-Print Book of Choctaw Nation Statutes")