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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_66_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Relationship Between the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1951-12-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_68_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter from Yakima Indians to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Threat to Vested Fishing Rights at Celilo Falls
- Date:
- 1952-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Armed Forces, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Improving Service for the Five Tribes at Muskogee Office
- Date:
- 1952-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Petition by the Pittsburg County Choctaw Council Regarding the Selection of Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1952-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1952-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Telegram Regarding Appointment of Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1952-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Revolutionizing Housing Construction: A Partnership with Atkinson Industries
- Date:
- 1952-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Choctaw Nation's Right to Elect Their Chief: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C. to Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin
- Date:
- 1952-02-21
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Choctaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Communication Log: Interaction with Secretary Daly and James Belvin's Request - February 28, 1952
- Date:
- 1952-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Referendum on Dead Claim Payments
- Date:
- 1952-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document discusses the relationship between the Indian Service, the Department of Public Welfare, and other agencies in Oklahoma regarding the eligibility of Indians owning restricted land for public assistance. It mentions the legal status, tribal organization, property rights, financial assistance, education, and health services provided to Indians in the state. It also outlines the organization of the Indian Service in Oklahoma, including the different divisions and districts within each area. The document emphasizes the importance of social workers as points of contact between the Indian Service and the Department of Public Welfare."]](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_11_66_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Welfare%20and%20Old%20Age%20Assistance%20(1),%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_66_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Relationship Between the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Oklahoma")
![["The Yakima Indians are appealing to Honorable Carl Albert to save their fishing rights at Celilo Falls on the Columbia River, which are guaranteed in a treaty from 1855. They argue that the construction of a dam at The Dalles, Oregon will destroy their fishing locations and have a negative impact on their welfare and economy. They believe that the dam is unnecessary and should be discontinued to preserve their rights and way of life."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_11_68_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Indian+Affairs+-+Yakima+Indians,+1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_68_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter from Yakima Indians to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Threat to Vested Fishing Rights at Celilo Falls")
![["John Belvin wrote a letter to Carl Albert, expressing concerns about the service provided to the Indians of the Five Tribes by the Muskogee Office. Belvin requested that the new Secretary of the Interior appoint a new superintendent for the office to improve service. Albert responded, thanking Belvin for his views and promising to consider his suggestions."]](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_13_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Service for the Five Tribes at Muskogee Office")
![["The Pittsburg County Choctaw Council is petitioning for the privilege of selecting a Chief by popular ballot instead of political appointment. They also request that the selection process be extended to conform to the Department of the Interior's election methods. If appointment is deemed necessary, they oppose appointing anyone who is not a recognized Choctaw by blood or a resident of the Choctaw Nation. They also hope to eliminate the need for electing or appointing a Principal Chief after 1956 to reduce expenses."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0011_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Petition by the Pittsburg County Choctaw Council Regarding the Selection of Principal Chief")
![["The CHOC CHIEF from McAlester, Oklahoma, dated October 15, 1952, is a letter from Carl Albert to Harry James W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation in Durant, Oklahoma. Albert mentions a telephone conversation and a previous letter and expresses a desire to talk about the matter in person. He also mentions writing to W.O. Roberts about an appropriation and plans to attend a meeting with Belvin's group."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0030_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Principal Chief")
![["The document is a request to the Secretary of the Interior to appoint a Chief for the Choctaw Indians, as the current popular favorite has not been appointed despite receiving many inquiries. The message urgently requests the appointment to be made immediately."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0049_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Telegram Regarding Appointment of Choctaw Chief")
![["Governor Overton James of the Chickasaw Nation is reaching out to members of Congress to support the Indian Housing Program. He highlights the benefits of the program and the partnership with Atkinson Industries to provide quality homes and job training for American Indians in rural areas. James believes this partnership could serve as a model for other Indian communities across the country."]](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_111_35_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Revolutionizing Housing Construction: A Partnership with Atkinson Industries")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation expressing support for the Choctaw people's right to select their Chief by vote. Albert assures the Chief of his desire to support the Choctaw people and acknowledges the support he has received from them."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Choctaw Nation's Right to Elect Their Chief: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C. to Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin")
![["On February 28, 1952, the author called Superior Under Secretary Daly and relayed James Belvin's request, at the request of the Secretary's office."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Log: Interaction with Secretary Daly and James Belvin's Request - February 28, 1952")
![["Mrs. Myrtle Creason, President of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation, sent a letter to Honorable Carl Albert requesting the return of petitions asking for a referendum on returning dead claim payments to the blood line. Albert complied and returned the petitions. Creason thanked him and expressed her willingness to provide any further assistance needed."]](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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Referendum on Dead Claim Payments")