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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Assistance for Native American Heirs in Filing Proofs of Heirship
- Date:
- 1949-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_29_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Settlement of the Arkansas River Bed Claim
- Date:
- 1969-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_60_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Water Rights and the Cherokee Nation: Seeking Counsel and Protection
- Date:
- 1969-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000, McCormick, Mary F., 1932-
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Eastern Oklahoma Indian Communities: OIO Rural Development Proposal
- Date:
- 1969-12-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Census Data: Indian Population by County in Various U.S. States
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Nation, Cherokee Nation, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Legislation to Repeal the Choctaw Termination Act: Memorandum to Chairman Aspinall
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendment for Christian Dependents: Request for Input
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000, Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request to Suspend Bureau of Indian Affairs Restructuring Plan
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council Resistance to Changes in the Bureau of Indian Affairs: A 1970 Resolution
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Osage Nation, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_45_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Black Moon: Paintings by Leonard Riddles Exhibition
- Date:
- 1970-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Comanche Indian Tribe, Ottawa Tribe, Caddo Nation, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The letter discusses the assistance provided to Indians in filling out proofs of heirship notices, mentioning plans to send someone to help those who are unable to fill out the forms themselves. It also addresses complaints about District Agents not assisting heirs and charging high fees for help, stating that efforts have been made to prevent exploitation and that the majority of forms have been returned in good order. The letter concludes with a report on the progress of processing claims and a commitment to efficiently handle the remaining work."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Assistance for Native American Heirs in Filing Proofs of Heirship")
![["The document consists of a series of letters and memos regarding the settlement of the Arkansas River Bed claim by the Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Choctaw Nations of Oklahoma. The Department of the Interior is working on drafting legislation for the settlement, which requires specific authorization and appropriation acts from Congress. The tribes are proposing a sale of resources and leasing the river to the United States, with an estimated value of $177 million. The tribes are seeking support from government officials to expedite the process of getting the bill before Congress."]](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_140_29_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Arkansas%20Riverbed,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_29_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement of the Arkansas River Bed Claim")
![["The document is discussing the ownership of water rights by American Indian tribes, specifically the Cherokees, in relation to dams on the Arkansas River. The author is seeking advice from Bill Veeter and expressing concerns about the Grand River Dam Authority's plan to purchase power facilities on the river. They are also inquiring about the Eagle River Case in Colorado and requesting further discussions with Cherokee authorities. The document emphasizes the importance of protecting tribal property rights and seeks support from government officials."]](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_82_60_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Water%20Rights,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_60_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Water Rights and the Cherokee Nation: Seeking Counsel and Protection")
![["The document report outlines the evaluation of the Rural Development Program of the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity Program. The program has shown significant accomplishments, such as a brick manufacturing plant and a feeder pig co-operative. However, there are areas of concern that need to be addressed, including the program's external relationship with the community, its relationship with OIO statewide, and internal organizational aspects related to program planning, administrative organization, and project planning. These issues will be discussed in detail in the report."]](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_91_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Agency,%201971/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Eastern Oklahoma Indian Communities: OIO Rural Development Proposal")
![["The document lists various counties in Oklahoma and their respective populations according to the 1970 census. The data is organized by county and includes information on the Indian population in each county. The information is part of a report by the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and 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_131_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0016_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Census Data: Indian Population by County in Various U.S. States")
![["The Department of the Interior recommends the enactment of H.R. 4145, a bill that provides for the disposition of estates of intestate members of certain Native American tribes in Oklahoma. The bill allows for escheat of trust or restricted lands to the respective tribe if the member dies without heirs. Amendments are suggested to clarify the language and ensure that the Choctaw Tribe can take control of escheated property. The Bureau of the Budget has no objection to the report. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in 1969."]](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_82_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act%20-%20Carl%20Albert%20Office%20Materials,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation to Repeal the Choctaw Termination Act: Memorandum to Chairman Aspinall")
![["The document is a series of communications between members of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs regarding bills related to Native American tribes, specifically the Choctaw Termination Act. The Committee is requesting departmental reports on certain bills and discussing amendments and repeals related to the Choctaw Tribe. Members are coordinating efforts to expedite action on these bills. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act%20-%20Carl%20Albert%20Office%20Materials,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendment for Christian Dependents: Request for Input")
![["Cherokee Chief W.W. Keeler criticizes the US government for failing to support and develop the American Indian community, comparing their treatment to being herded like cattle. He believes that government programs have not helped the Indians become self-sufficient. Keeler warns against resorting to violence and calls for fair treatment and consultation with Indian tribes. He also acknowledges the efforts of some white people in supporting Indian rights."]](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_82_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Reorganization,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request to Suspend Bureau of Indian Affairs Restructuring Plan")
![["The document is a resolution passed by The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma in 1970 opposing certain proposals from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs that affect the Muskogee Area Office, Bureau of Indian Affairs. The resolution calls for the attention of various governmental and Congressional authorities and requests their support in preventing the implementation of the proposed changes."]](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_82_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Reorganization,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council Resistance to Changes in the Bureau of Indian Affairs: A 1970 Resolution")
![["The document is a call to make American Indians the official custodians of the country's natural heritage in order to restore their dignity and self-respect. It suggests various ways to implement this idea, including working with forest and park rangers, educating Indian children and adults, and involving corporations in supporting Indian communities. The document emphasizes the importance of preserving Indian culture and customs and calls for a united effort to achieve these goals by the nation's 200th Anniversary in 1976."]](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_82_45_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_45_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Black Moon: Paintings by Leonard Riddles Exhibition")
