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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_30_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Business: The Success of the Indian Business Development Fund
- Date:
- 1971-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution in Support of Creating Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1971-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Quapaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Appointment of John O. Crow as Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-07-21
- 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_41_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election
- Date:
- 1971-07-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- HUD Grants for Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Creek Nations
- Date:
- 1971-07-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election and Court Decision
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- 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_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribal Chief Election Update
- Date:
- 1971-08-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document is a series of letters arranging appointments for Mr. William C. Wantland with various organizations such as the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration, Ford Foundation, and Rockefeller Foundation. The documents also discuss obtaining financial assistance for the Oklahoma Indian Rights Association and provide information on programs offered by the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration. The documents show efforts to set up meetings and gather information for Mr. Wantland's visit to New York City."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Business: The Success of the Indian Business Development Fund")
![["The document contains a series of letters and telegrams regarding the support and appreciation expressed by various Indian tribes in Eastern Oklahoma for the appointments of John O. Crow and Wilma Victor to positions within the Department of the Interior. The documents also mention disapproval of recent demonstrations at the Bureau of Indian Affairs headquarters and emphasize the importance of tribal support for the advancement of the American Indian people. The Speaker expresses gratitude for the support and promises to convey the messages to the appropriate parties."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution in Support of Creating Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in Department of the Interior")
![["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's appointment is seen as a key factor in improving the management of the Bureau and the welfare of American Indians. Crow, who has a background in Indian Bureau and experience in top management positions, aims to implement President Nixon's policies on Indian Affairs. Commissioner Louis Bruce and others express confidence in Crow's abilities and dedication to the role."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Appointment of John O. Crow as Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs")
![["The document consists of correspondence between the Osage Tribe of Indians and the Department of the Interior regarding the appointment of John O. Crow as Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Osage Tribe supports Crow's appointment based on his qualifications and past experience working with the tribe. Crow's appointment is seen as important for improving the management of the Bureau and advancing the interests of American Indians. The document also includes a resolution passed by the Osage Tribal Council in support of Crow's appointment, which is to be sent to various officials for 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_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0007_thumbnail.jpg "John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs")
![["The Osage Tribal Council sent a resolution to the Speaker of the House of Representatives supporting the creation of a new post of Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in the Department of the Interior, as proposed in Senate bill S. 291. They requested support for Sections 1 and 3 of the bill but opposed Sections 2, 4, and 5 which would abolish the office of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and the offices of the Assistant and Deputy Commissioners. The resolution was approved by the council with a vote of six in favor and none opposed."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "John O. Crow Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs")
![["James G. Carney is protesting the Choctaw Election Committee's decision to exclude 18-year-old Choctaw individuals from registering and voting in the upcoming tribal election. He believes this decision violates the 26th Amendment to the US Constitution and is an attempt to manipulate the election in favor of a particular candidate. Carney is requesting immediate action from the Solicitor's Office to ensure compliance with the new voting law and threatening to take the matter to court if necessary. He also plans to involve state Representatives in addressing the injustice."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election")
![["The document is a series of letters and communications regarding the need for a \"cancellation clause\" in construction contracts for mutual help housing projects. The Chickasaw Housing Authority in Ada, Oklahoma expressed concerns about delays in construction and the inability to cancel contracts with underperforming contractors. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is reviewing the issue and taking steps to ensure projects proceed on schedule. Warren Watkins, legal counsel for HUD, also inquired about non-Indian people qualifying for mutual help housing."]](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_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0008_thumbnail.jpg "HUD Grants for Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Creek Nations")
![["The document is addressing concerns about the legislation passed for the popular selection of the chief or principal officer by the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma, specifically the Choctaw Tribe. The writer believes that the law allows for the election of the chief by the Choctaw Tribe, but there are concerns about the fairness of the process. The writer questions the influence of Representative Carl Albert and Ed Edmondson on the outcome of the election and expresses the belief that the Choctaw people are not being allowed a fair voice in the election process."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election and Court Decision")
![["The Speaker is writing to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding confusion about the Choctaw tribal election. They mention a constituent who is seeking information and express hope that a court decision on the minimum age requirement for candidates will help clear up the confusion."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office")
![["The document is a series of congratulatory letters exchanged between Harry J. W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, and various individuals regarding his re-election. Belvin expresses gratitude for the support and offers to work together for the common good of the Choctaw people and the country. Additionally, it mentions the re-election of other chiefs in the Choctaw and Cherokee Nations."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribal Chief Election Update")