Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Unemployment in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- Carney, Sidney M.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Unemployment--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Funding Update for Choctaw Indian Action Team
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Proposed BIA Regulation Expanding Preference for Descendants of Five Civilized and Osage Tribes in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Telegram from Carl Albert to Harry Belvin-Application Status
- Date:
- 1976-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_21.1_22_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Reflections on America's Centennial: Remarks by Speaker Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1976-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence with Choctaw Nation Chief David Gardner
- Date:
- 1976-02-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_29_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Settlement of Arkansas River Bed Claims by Cherokee, Choctaw, and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1976-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Staffing Concerns at Talihina and Broken Bow: A Report from HEW IHS
- Date:
- 1976-03-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Choctaw Tribal Funds Distribution
- Date:
- 1976-03-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Nations' Coal and Asphalt Lands
- Date:
- 1976-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma wrote to Dr. Theodore Marrs expressing concern about high unemployment rates in southeastern Oklahoma, particularly among Native American populations. The Chief requested assistance in reducing unemployment and improving tribal management. In response, a letter from the Speaker of Indian Affairs informed the Chief of a bill that had been passed to provide public jobs and assistance to depressed areas, including those in the Old Choctaw Nation. The document assured the Chief of continued support and 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_140_33_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Unemployment in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: A Call for Action")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs informed the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma that their funding request for the Indian Action Team program for Fiscal Year 1976 was not approved due to a lack of available funds. They were encouraged to resubmit their proposal for the following fiscal year. The Bureau also explored other funding sources but found no immediate options. The Choctaw Nation was advised to prepare a new application for possible funding in the next fiscal year."]](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_140_38_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Action,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Funding Update for Choctaw Indian Action Team")
![["The document is a letter discussing a proposed Bureau of Indian Affairs regulation that would expand preference to descendants of members of certain tribes in Oklahoma. The document argues that this proposal is misconceived and lacks statutory authority. It also disputes the Secretary's interpretation of the Indian Reorganization Act and argues that the proposed regulation cannot be based on this interpretation. The document raises concerns about the lack of eligibility for descendants of certain Oklahoma tribes and questions the Secretary's position on tribal organization under the Act."]](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_140_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Preference,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_39_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of Proposed BIA Regulation Expanding Preference for Descendants of Five Civilized and Osage Tribes in Oklahoma")
![["Carl albert writes to Harry Belvin and advises that if his application is in Washington. And if it is turned down in Muskogee you will be permitted to appeal to the commissioner."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram from Carl Albert to Harry Belvin-Application Status")
![["The document discusses the proposal for a ten million dollar revolving fund to provide long term loans to Native Americans in order to address their high rates of poverty and sub-standard living conditions. The bill has widespread support among members of the Five Civilized Tribes and organizations focused on Native American welfare."]](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_21.1_22_0000-Speeches-Opening%20of%20the%20Centennial%20Safe.%20January%2019,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_21.1_22_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Reflections on America's Centennial: Remarks by Speaker Carl Albert")
![["The document consists of a series of letters exchanged between Charles L. Ward, an Administrative Assistant, and C. David Gardner, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. The documents express well wishes for Ward's recovery from surgery, regret for missing a visit, and plans to meet in the future. Ward expresses gratitude for Gardner's note and looks forward to visiting Durant in July. The documents also mention a missed opportunity for lunch in Washington and offer assistance from Ward to 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_140_33_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence with Choctaw Nation Chief David Gardner")
![["The document discusses a letter sent to Secretary of the Interior Kleppe regarding the final settlement between the U.S. and the Choctaws, Chickasaws, and Cherokees over the Arkansas River. The document requests a harmonious and just settlement in line with a court decision and appraiser's judgment. Members of Congress, including Ted Risenhoover and James R. Jones, express their support for the settlement and urge expedited processing. The document also highlights the ownership rights of the tribes and the value of the riverbed property."]](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_140_29_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Arkansas%20Riverbed,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_29_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Settlement of Arkansas River Bed Claims by Cherokee, Choctaw, and Chickasaw Nations")
![["The document is a series of letters from the Indian Health Service to individuals in Wilburton, Oklahoma, regarding staffing at the IHS facilities in Talihina and Broken Bow. The documents explain the staffing situation, including the challenges in finding medical officers and the efforts being made to secure additional staff. The recipients are encouraged to contact if further assistance is needed, and the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives is thanked for his support of the Indian Health Service in Oklahoma."]](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_139_18_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Hospitals,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_139_18_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Staffing Concerns at Talihina and Broken Bow: A Report from HEW IHS")
![["The document is a response to an inquiry from Mr. Sidney Stowers regarding the distribution of Choctaw tribal funds. The Bureau of Indian Affairs does not participate in the litigation of claims cases and cannot provide information on when pending Docket 249 will be completed. Any tribe awarded judgment funds will be distributed according to the Act of October 19, 1973. The document also mentions the Hello Choctaw magazine and provides contact information 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_140_33_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_140_33_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Choctaw Tribal Funds Distribution")
![["The Department of the Interior has signed a contract to purchase 300,000 acres of coal and asphalt lands from the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Nations in Oklahoma for $8.5 million. The lands contain high-grade bituminous coal and a large amount of coal reserves. The contract is subject to ratification by the Nations and Congress, and approval would end a 45-year federal trusteeship over the lands. The lands were originally reserved in 1902 but were never sold until now. The purchase price is considered full compensation for the Nations' interest in the properties."]](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_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Nations' Coal and Asphalt Lands")