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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Exceptional Achievement: Wilma Louie Victor Receives Federal Woman's Award
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Politics and government, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Native of McCurtain County Receives Congressional Congratulations
- Date:
- 1967-03-21
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_46_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Guidelines for Popular Selection of Principal Chiefs
- Date:
- 1970-10-22
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Call for Change: The Fight for Fair Elections in the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1971-01-27
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation and Office of Economic Opportunity
- Date:
- 1971-03-01
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Call for Action: Advocating for American Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-04-07
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_30_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Urban Indian Services: Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1971-04-16
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Contempt: Response to Mr. Jimmy Sam
- Date:
- 1971-05-24
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986, Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Controversy Surrounding Choctaw Indian Elections and Age Limits
- Date:
- 1971-06-01
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_30_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Native Nations: Hans Walker Appointed to Head New Indian Water Rights Office
- Date:
- 1971-11-17
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["Congressman Carl Albert will introduce legislation during the first session of the 54th Congress to extend restrictions on Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes of one-half or more Indian blood. The bill aims to protect restricted Indians from the sale, lease, or encumbrance of their lands and has received support from various tribes and organizations. The Congressman emphasizes the importance of passing the legislation before the current law expires in order to prevent difficulties in the future. The bill will not change current laws regarding the removal of restrictions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0000-News%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Exceptional Achievement: Wilma Louie Victor Receives Federal Woman's Award")
![["The bill provides ample funds for necessary functions of the Government, including services for the Indian Bureau. The Appropriations Committee intends to provide ample provision for field agents, clerks, appraisers, probate attorneys, and other officers and employees working at the service level."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0000-News%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Native of McCurtain County Receives Congressional Congratulations")
![["Mrs. Ernest W. Tate requested an extension of time for registration for members of the Chickasaw Tribe to vote in the Tribal Election. Governor Overton James responded by extending the registration period until May 15, 1971. The Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Carl Albert, acknowledged Mrs. Tate's request and assured her that he would follow up on the matter. Governor James personally contacted Mrs. Tate and another individual in Ardmore to inform them of the registration extension. The correspondence reflects the importance of ensuring all eligible Chickasaws are properly notified and given the opportunity to vote in the election."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Guidelines for Popular Selection of Principal Chiefs")
![["The document is from a member of the Intertribal Council of the Choctaw Nation requesting help in securing funding for a revolving loan for the Choctaw people. The document mentions that there was a 1959 act that was repealed, and now they are back to the 1906 act, which has limited their ability to access funds for loans. The member asks for assistance in getting Congress to appropriate a special fund for the revolving loan."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Call for Change: The Fight for Fair Elections in the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document includes an interoffice communication regarding the approval of a grant for Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity by Governor Bartlett. Despite some opposition and concerns, the grant has been approved for operation in certain counties. The document also mentions the need for evaluation of the program to ensure accurate judgment and potential changes in methods. Governor Bartlett waived his veto to release funds for the project."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation and Office of Economic Opportunity")
![["The document is a series of letters addressed to various Native American tribal leaders informing them of the appointment of Wilma L. Victor as Special Assistant for Indian Affairs by Secretary of the Interior Rogers C.B. Morton. The documents express the belief that Victor is a good selection for the position and convey best wishes to the recipients."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "A Call for Action: Advocating for American Indian Affairs")
![["The Federal Government, through joint action by the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture, has authorized the release of feed grain by the Commodity Credit Corporation to protect Indian-owned livestock in drought disaster areas in the southwest. The livestock owners are financially unable to secure the necessary feed on their own, and the grain donation is authorized under the Agricultural Act of 1949. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has been authorized to facilitate the distribution of the free grain to the affected Indian tribes."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Urban Indian Services: Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The document is from Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Commissioner Louis R. Bruce of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, expressing appreciation for a response to a letter regarding the selection of the next Principal Chief. Belvin hopes for an objective approach in the upcoming election and criticizes the interference of the Oklahoma City Council of Choctaws in the election process. Belvin warns against meddling in the internal affairs of the Choctaw Nation."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Contempt: Response to Mr. Jimmy Sam")
![["The document is from Mr. Will T. Nelson to Representative Carl Albert inquiring about the CHOCTAW TERMINATION ACT introduced in 1959. The bill, known as H.R. 2722, passed the House and Senate in July and August 1959, becoming Public Law 86-192. The Speaker responds to Mr. Nelson's inquiry, providing information on the bill's introduction and approval."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Controversy Surrounding Choctaw Indian Elections and Age Limits")
![["The document discusses a meeting held with Chief Terry Walker regarding a proposed contract with Grounds and Rodgers as claims attorney for the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma. The meeting attendees expressed support for Paul M. Niebell as the sole claims attorney and opposed the proposed contract. Chief Walker was instructed not to sign the contract and to bring it to the General Council for further discussion."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Native Nations: Hans Walker Appointed to Head New Indian Water Rights Office")
