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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Lake Brewer to Carl Albert regarding Oklahoma Affairs,
- Date:
- 1947-04-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Correspondence Regarding Sale of Indian Royal Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Petition to Congressman Carl Albert: Choctaw Nation Coal Leases
- Date:
- 1947-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-04-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Secure Deficiency Funds for Indian Hospital Service
- Date:
- 1947-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Carl Albert Regarding the Proposed Settlement of Choctaw Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1947-04-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Negotiations on Coal and Asphalt Lands with Indian Tribes
- Date:
- 1947-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Negotiations over Coal and Asphalt Land Leases: A 1947 Letter from Representative Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1947-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Negotiations for Coal and Asphalt Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Negotiations for Coal and Asphalt Lands in Talihina, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Lake Brewer, a grocer from Caddo, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Carl Albert in Washington D.C. on March 31, 1947. Brewer mentioned concerns about Indian affairs and asked for help in settling a matter involving Tall Bill Stigler."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Lake Brewer to Carl Albert regarding Oklahoma Affairs,")
![["The letter is a response to Mrs. Myrtle Creason regarding the sale of Indian tribal lands in Pittsburg and McCurtain Counties. The sender, Carl Albert, assures Mrs. Creason that he will look into the matter."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Correspondence Regarding Sale of Indian Royal Lands in Oklahoma")
![["Members of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma are petitioning Congressman Carl Albert to not extend expired leases for coal and asphalt mining on tribal lands. They believe it is unwise to enter into long-term obligations that may be detrimental in the future. They are against the development of new mines and the sale of any more acreage, as they feel it will deplete the value of their property. They request the Congressman's support and offer to provide any necessary information to help their cause."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Petition to Congressman Carl Albert: Choctaw Nation Coal Leases")
![["The letter is in response to Mr. H. E. Wilkes regarding the sale of Indian lands near McAlester and McCurtain. Carl Albert, representing the Third District of Oklahoma, promises to look into the matter and discuss it with Congressman Tigler."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in Oklahoma")
![["The Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs informs Congressman Carl Albert about the reduction in patient attendance at the Talihina Hospital and the efforts to secure deficiency funds for Indian hospital service. The Acting Commissioner acknowledges that initial information given was incorrect and provides updates on the situation. Congressman Albert expresses frustration with the incompetence of the Indian Commission and mentions efforts to secure necessary funds from the Bureau of the Budget."]](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_1_93_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Talihina%20Hospital,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Secure Deficiency Funds for Indian Hospital Service")
![["Mr. Albert received a letter from Mr. Carnes regarding the proposed settlement of Choctaw coal lands. He expresses support for the removal of restrictions on the lands and states that he will work towards a final settlement."]](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_2_5_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(3),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Carl Albert Regarding the Proposed Settlement of Choctaw Coal Lands")
![["The letter from Carl Albert to Mrs. Pearl Dukes discusses the ongoing negotiations between Tribal Officials and the Department of Interior regarding coal and asphalt lands. Albert assures that he will push for a successful conclusion and that there are no plans to extend leases for a long term. He mentions a bill introduced by Bill Stigler to extend lease terms but states he will not support it if it affects the salability of the lands. Albert emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights of the Indians and expresses willingness to hear from Mrs. Dukes at any time."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Negotiations on Coal and Asphalt Lands with Indian Tribes")
![["The letter is a response to Mr. T. H. Frazier and other Indian citizens regarding the coal and asphalt lands issue. The Tribal Officials and Department of Interior are having a meeting to come to an agreement. Bill Stigler has introduced a bill to extend lease terms, but it will not be pushed until negotiations are completed. The rights of the Indians are being protected, and the sender is willing to support the bill only if it does not affect the salability of the lands. The sender thanks Mr. Frazier for the letter and encourages further communication."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Negotiations over Coal and Asphalt Land Leases: A 1947 Letter from Representative Carl Albert")
![["The document from Congressman Carl Albert to Mr. H. C. Dukes in Talihina, Oklahoma acknowledges receipt of a letter expressing concerns about coal and asphalt lands. Albert assures Dukes that he will work towards a successful conclusion in negotiations between Tribal Officials, the Department of Interior, and Congress. He also mentions a bill introduced by Bill Stigler to extend lease terms, but states he will not support it unless Carl Albert the rights of the Indians are fully protected. Albert welcomes further communication from Dukes."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Negotiations for Coal and Asphalt Lands in Oklahoma")
![["Carl Albert received a letter from Mr. Dukes and other Indian citizens regarding the coal and asphalt lands. He will push for a successful conclusion in the upcoming meeting in Washington. There is a bill in Congress Carl Albert to extend lease terms, but it will not be pushed until after negotiations are completed. Carl Albert will only support the bill if it does not affect the salability of the lands. He wants to protect the rights of the Indians while also ensuring the coal mines stay open. Carl Albert appreciates the letter and welcomes further communication."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Negotiations for Coal and Asphalt Lands in Talihina, Oklahoma")