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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Choctaw Termination Act of 1959: A Response from Representative Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_30_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Commendation for Bureau of Indian Affairs' Industrial Development Branch
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- David L. Baldwin: From Yankton to Osage Agency
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Disappointment in the White House: Wilma Victor's Missed Opportunity
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of John Crow as Deputy Commissioner of Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Support for Secretary Morton's Appointments - Tribal Leaders Stand Firm
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Chief Candidate Challenges Age Limit
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw Elections and Creek Problem: Call from Wilma Victor
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Extension of Registration Deadline for Chickasaw Tribal Election
- Date:
- 1971-03-26
- Creator:
- Walker, Terry
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of the Choctaw Tribe: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Sac and Fox Nation, Sauk Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Creek Nation, Chilocco Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Chippewa Nation, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document from Mrs. Jeanne Spurlock to Congressman Tom Steed inquires about the current status of the litigation regarding ownership of the bed of the Arkansas River in Oklahoma, which the United States Supreme Court ruled belongs to the Choctaw Tribe. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is conducting preliminary studies to determine the mineral resources under the river bed, which is expected to take several months to complete. Mrs. Spurlock and others of Choctaw Indian blood are requesting information on what has been done and planned regarding this property owned by the Choctaw tribe."]](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_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0019_thumbnail.jpg "The Choctaw Termination Act of 1959: A Response from Representative Carl Albert")
![["The document from the Department of Interior acknowledges Miss Caiazzo's interest in helping Native Americans, particularly those on reservations in Oklahoma. The document provides information on the history of Indian Territory in Oklahoma and the various tribes in the state. In response, Miss Caiazzo writes a letter expressing concern about the ecological problems facing Native Americans in Oklahoma, particularly on the Cherokee Reservation, and requests assistance in alleviating their difficulties."]](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_30_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_30_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Commendation for Bureau of Indian Affairs' Industrial Development Branch")
![["The document contains a series of letters between various parties regarding the activities of the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity and the Choctaw Nation. The documents discuss meetings, evaluations, agreements, and concerns about the OIO's work in the Choctaw Nation. The parties involved are working towards resolving disputes and improving relations between the Choctaw Nation and OIO."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "David L. Baldwin: From Yankton to Osage Agency")
![["Mr. John Crow, a 1/4 Cherokee from Oklahoma, has been appointed as Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs by the Secretary of the Interior. He has a background in Native American affairs, having previously served as a superintendent of BIA reservations and as Deputy Commissioner in the 1960s."]](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_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Disappointment in the White House: Wilma Victor's Missed Opportunity")
![["John O. Crow has been appointed as the Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs by Secretary of the Interior Rogers C.B. Morton. Crow has extensive experience in the Indian Bureau and is tasked with improving the management and operations of the Bureau to benefit American Indians. He aims to implement President Nixon's policy of \"self-determination without termination\" for Native Americans. Crow, who is one-fourth Cherokee, has a background in professional football and has received awards for his service in the civil service. Commissioner Louis Bruce praised Crow's knowledge, experience, and dedication."]](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_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of John Crow as Deputy Commissioner of Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the approval of proposed regulations for the selection of principal tribal officials by members of the Five Civilized Tribes. The document outlines the criteria considered essential for the democratic selection of these officials, including qualifications for candidates, voter residency restrictions, and the inclusion of freedmen citizens in voter qualifications. It emphasizes that the Act of October 22, 1970 did not affect the Act of April 26, 1906, other than changing the manner of selection of tribal 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_91_46_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Tribal%20Elections,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Support for Secretary Morton's Appointments - Tribal Leaders Stand Firm")
![["The document discusses the selection procedures for the Principal Chiefs of the Five Civilized Tribes, specifically addressing the substantive requirements for candidates and the participation of Creek freedmen in the selection process. The Office of the Secretary of the Interior confirms that fair and equitable requirements for candidates can be set by the tribal members, and that Creek freedmen are entitled to vote in the selection of the principal chief. It emphasizes the historical legal position that freedmen have the same privileges in tribal affairs as Indian citizens by blood."]](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_46_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Tribal%20Elections,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Chief Candidate Challenges Age Limit")
![["David Gardner, a candidate for Choctaw Chief, criticized the age limit of 35 for candidates, calling it arbitrary and unfair. He argued that the limit was established to prevent younger candidates like himself from running for the position. Gardner's opponent, Harry J. W. Belvin, supported the age limit and believed that younger candidates were not mature enough to lead. The dispute over the age limit was a result of election procedures established by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Gardner planned to challenge the regulation."]](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_46_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Tribal%20Elections,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw Elections and Creek Problem: Call from Wilma Victor")
![["The Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma have approved the 18-year-old vote for their upcoming elections for principal chiefs. The Seminoles, who set the precedent for this, elected their chief in 1969. The election procedures for the tribes closely parallel the state election code. Candidates must be 35 years old, a US citizen, and not convicted of a felony. The elections must be approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Chickasaws will vote for their governor in July. The Creeks and Choctaws have not yet established their age requirements for candidates."]](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_46_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Tribal%20Elections,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Extension of Registration Deadline for Chickasaw Tribal Election")
![["The document provides information on various events and services for the Native American community in Oklahoma and surrounding areas. It includes details on radio shows, classes, businesses, meetings, pow wows, scholarships, and more. The document also lists contact information for individuals and organizations offering assistance and opportunities for Native Americans."]](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_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of the Choctaw Tribe: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
