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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Probate Attorney in Muskogee, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1952-12-23
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Re-elect Carl Albert for Congress: Your Vote Counts!
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Adopted by Osage Tribal Council on May 15, 1953
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs
- Date:
- 1953-01-16
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support
- Date:
- 1953-01-23
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration
- Date:
- 1953-01-26
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Actions Regarding Mr. Belvin's Application
- Date:
- 1953-08-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000, Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Budget Cuts and Job Losses: The Fight for Funding in Indian Health Care
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Communication with Congressman Edmondson
- Date:
- 1958-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Funds for Choctaw Museum: A Response from Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1958-10-15
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document is from Creekmore Wallace to Carl Albert, requesting the appointment of his son-in-law, C. Lewis Dollarhide, as a Probate Attorney in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Wallace highlights Dollarhide's qualifications and asks for Albert's endorsement. Albert's office acknowledges the letter and indicates that it will be forwarded to him for his attention and reply. Albert responds apologizing for the delay in seeing the letter and offers to assist Dollarhide if 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_13_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Probate Attorney in Muskogee, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, asking for re-election and support in the upcoming election on July 1st. He requests that recipients bring a friend to the polls when they go to vote."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Re-elect Carl Albert for Congress: Your Vote Counts!")
![["The resolution was adopted by the Osage Tribal Council in a special session in May 1953 with unanimous vote and a quorum present. The names of the Principal Chief, Council Members, and Acting Secretary are listed as signatories."]](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_18_86_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Indians,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Adopted by Osage Tribal Council on May 15, 1953")
![["The letter is addressed to Mr. Harry J. W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, from CART ALBERT, M. C. Third District, Oklahoma. The letter discusses a matter that is being taken up with Rex Lee, with the hope of getting a response soon. The sender emphasizes the importance of resolving the issue before a new administration takes over."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs")
![["The document is a request for funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Tribe, which were cut unjustly. The writer believes the officials are trying to punish him for not convincing the Choctaw people to vote to discontinue the Chief's office. He plans to come to Washington to enlist aid in getting the funds restored."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support")
![["The letter is a request from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert for assistance in restoring funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Nation. Belvin asks for help in obtaining information from the Indian Office and insists that the funds be restored promptly. Belvin expresses his commitment to addressing any double-dealing tactics and emphasizes the importance of educational and spiritual culture for the people."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration")
![["Mr. Lee called at 3:40 p.m. regarding an application made by Mr. Belvin. The Acting Commissioner mentioned that they cannot make a decision until Mr. Belvin officially applies. It is suggested that Mr. Belvin make the application in the usual manner and if denied, he can appeal to the Commissioner. The new Commissioner will be in Washington for a short time before visiting 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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Actions Regarding Mr. Belvin's Application")
![["The document discusses the budget cuts and staff reductions at the Talihina hospital in Oklahoma due to a deficit in funding for Indian health services. The author, Rex, suggests two alternatives to address the issue: restoring the cut funds through a supplemental appropriations bill or reallocating more money to the Oklahoma area to save some of the positions at Talihina. Senator Monroney is also informed of the situation."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Budget Cuts and Job Losses: The Fight for Funding in Indian Health Care")
![["Roger Ernst, from the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Interior, left a note for Mr. Albert on October 22, 1958, stating that he had spoken to Congressman Edmondson on the phone. Edmondson was supposed to call Mr. Albert to discuss their conversation. If Mr. Albert had not heard from Edmondson, Ernst asked him to call collect so that he could provide further explanation."]](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_30_66_0000%20--%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Communication with Congressman Edmondson")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. informed Honorable Carl Albert that federal funds cannot be used to establish a Choctaw Museum in the Old Tribal Council House. They mention that there are other museums that the Bureau has participated in, but they do not involve Indian tribes. The Bureau suggests that the Choctaw tribe should seek financial contributions from individuals or private institutions to establish the museum. They also mention that the same applies to the Chickasaws and their Council House in Tishomingo."]](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_30_66_0000%20--%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Funds for Choctaw Museum: A Response from Indian Affairs")
