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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter from Principal Chief Harry J.W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs
- Date:
- 1952-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding David Kaniatobe's Examination Results
- Date:
- 1952-10-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter Confirming Choctaw Council's Vote to Retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief
- Date:
- 1952-10-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief's Plea for Assistance to Needy Indigenous Woman
- Date:
- 1952-10-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief Belvin's Letter to Congressman Albert Regarding the Choctaw-Chickasaw Meeting and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1952-10-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Chief
- Date:
- 1952-10-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Per Capita Payment Update: Leased District
- Date:
- 1952-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_9_0000_6_140
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- "1953 Oklahoma Department of Highways: Paved Roads, Gravel Roads, and Other Transport Infrastructure"
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Education and Spiritual Culture: A Call for Support from the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1953-01-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Education and Spiritual Culture: The Key to Empowering People
- Date:
- 1953-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
![["The letter discusses the importance of education and spiritual culture in saving a people. It also mentions addressing issues related to tribal funds and appointments. The writer urges action and suggests taking a more aggressive approach in dealing with 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter from Principal Chief Harry J.W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs")
![["The document consists of a series of correspondences regarding Mr. David Kaniatobe's examination for Engineering Aid, GS-6 and GS-7. The documents discuss his rating, prospects for consideration, and the completion of the examination process. The sender assures that Mr. Kaniatobe will receive proper consideration for appointment."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding David Kaniatobe's Examination Results")
![["The document is a letter informing Mr. Oscar L. Chapman, Honorable Carl Albert, and Honorable Hobert S. Kerr that the Choctaw Council in Boswell voted 100 percent to retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief of the Choctaws and do not favor any changes at the present time. The letter is signed by Bercy Bob, Choctaw Roll Bob No. 10."]](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_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0053_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter Confirming Choctaw Council's Vote to Retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief")
![["The letter from Principal Chief Belvin to Congressman Albert discusses the need for a general house-cleaning in the Muskogee Office and references a letter from Mrs. Susan C. Whittle (now Duncan) in Arizona who is in need of funds. Belvin asks Congressman Albert to intercede on Mrs. Duncan's behalf and ensure she receives her payments. Belvin expresses concern for needy Indians and hopes to alleviate their 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief's Plea for Assistance to Needy Indigenous Woman")
![["The letter is discussing inviting Congressmen to a Choctaw-Chickasaw meeting in McAlester to discuss Indian affairs, including the withdrawal program. The author believes that a meeting of this sort could have a positive impact on Indian affairs and is looking forward to Congressman Albert attending."]](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_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief Belvin's Letter to Congressman Albert Regarding the Choctaw-Chickasaw Meeting and Indian Affairs")
![["In the letter dated October 22, 1952, Carl Albert, a Congressman from Oklahoma, thanks Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin for his letters and agrees with a suggestion made by Mr. Semple. Albert advises caution in launching a wholesale attack on the Area Office and suggests waiting until all necessary information is gathered. He also expresses willingness to intervene on behalf of Susan C. Whittle with the Muskogee Office. Albert is hopeful that other Congressmen, particularly Ed Edmondson, will be present at the upcoming meeting."]](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_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0036_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Chief")
![["Mr. Edgar McGee from Wilburton, Oklahoma, wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about the next per capita payment before Christmas. The response from the Congressman's office indicated that the payment would not begin until after the first of the year. The document also mentioned that the payment process could be expedited due to updated records. The response assured Mr. McGee that the Congressman's office is available for further assistance."]](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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Per Capita Payment Update: Leased District")
![["This is a detailed map of the highways in Oklahoma, published by the Oklahoma Department of Highways. It features paved roads, gravel roads, and soil surfaced roads, along with information about the accumulated mileage and the distance between junctions and towns. It also highlights different types of highways, state parks, commercial airfields, county seats, town centers, turnpikes, and gates. It includes alphabetical interest locations and was published in 1953."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_001_9_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_001_9_0000_6_140_thumbnail.jpg "\"1953 Oklahoma Department of Highways: Paved Roads, Gravel Roads, and Other Transport Infrastructure\"")
![["The document is requesting Congressman Carl Albert's help in getting funds to hire a stenographer for the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. The Chief emphasizes the importance of education and spiritual culture for the people and hopes for cooperation 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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Education and Spiritual Culture: A Call for Support from the Choctaw Nation")
![["The document expresses gratitude to Congressman Carl Albert for his prompt response regarding the restoration of funds to the Choctaw Tribal Budget for stenographic help. The document also highlights various issues and abuses faced by the Choctaw Nation from the Indian Office, and requests for an investigation into these matters. The Principal Chief asks for assistance from Congressman Albert and Senator Kerr to address Carl Albert these issues and restore the necessary funds."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Education and Spiritual Culture: The Key to Empowering People")