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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response Regarding Indian Per Capita Payment Status
- Date:
- 1959-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_40_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for Indian Claims Commission Vacancy
- Date:
- 1959-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Assistance for Choctaw Individual - July 30, 1959
- Date:
- 1959-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Establishing Heirship for Future Per Capita Payments
- Date:
- 1959-10-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Hospitals in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1959-10-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Kickapoo Nation, Shawnee Nation
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry about Indian Medical Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1959-11-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Per Capita Payment
- Date:
- 1959-11-19
- Creator:
- White, Abner
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Choctaw Dictionary
- Date:
- 1959-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Indians
- Date:
- 1960-09-14
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Claims Commission Awards: A Look at 1966
- Date:
- 1961-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kickapoo Tribe of Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 87th (1961-1963)
![["Mrs. Willie Hays of Willis, Oklahoma wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about payments to the Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert checked with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and informed Mrs. Hays that an award of approximately $3,000,000 was made to the nations in 1950 by the Indian Claims Commission, and most of it has been distributed to eligible individuals. If Mrs. Hays wanted further information, she was advised to contact the Area Director in Muskogee."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Response Regarding Indian Per Capita Payment Status")
![["The document is a letter from Houston Bus Hill to Congressman Carl Albert regarding a judgment obtained by the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes against the United States government. The tribes are seeking assistance from Congress in passing a bill to authorize the payment of the judgment. The document also includes a resolution passed by the tribes outlining their desire for the judgment to be certified and paid promptly."]](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_33_40_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20KiowaComanche,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_40_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for Indian Claims Commission Vacancy")
![["The document from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation to Senator Kerr expresses concern over a proposed cut in the Oklahoma Indian Loan Fund by the Bureau of Indian Affairs for administrative costs. Belvin requests Senator Kerr to prevent this cut and restore the funds when it reaches the Senate side of Congress. Congressman Carl Albert also expresses his support in preventing the Indian Loan fund from being affected by administrative costs."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Assistance for Choctaw Individual - July 30, 1959")
![["Mrs. Edith Johnson Hammonds is facing difficulties with the Bureau of Indian Affairs in regards to the purchase of her home and appliances. The Bureau is trying to help her preserve her estate and manage her finances, but Mrs. Hammonds is finding it difficult to understand the need for their assistance. Despite receiving support allowances, she is struggling to obtain the appliances she needs and is facing challenges with transportation and her husband's job prospects. Congressman Carl Albert is working to address Mrs. Hammonds' concerns by contacting the Bureau for a full report."]](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_33_29_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Cases,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing Heirship for Future Per Capita Payments")
![["The document discusses concerns about the closure of Indian hospitals in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and Tacoma, Washington, particularly tuberculosis sanatoria. The writer argues that the high incidence of tuberculosis among the Indian population warrants the continued operation of these hospitals. The document requests information from Mr. Fleming on the government's plans regarding the hospitals and urges him to advocate for the Indian people in this matter. Mr. Fleming responds, stating that he has forwarded the letter to the Surgeon General for consideration and appreciates the writer's concern for the Indian health program."]](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_33_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Hospitals in Oklahoma")
![["Mrs. Annie Grayson Cravatt wants to sell her homestead and purchase a lot in Connersville, Oklahoma. The Indian Office has been contacted regarding this matter, and a copy of their reply has been enclosed. The land sale for Mrs. Cravatt's property is tentatively scheduled for April. Previously, her land was offered for sale in 1957 but she did not sign the deed due to price concerns. The purchase of a lot in Connersville will be considered after the sale of her land is completed. Congressman Carl Albert has offered to assist in expediting the 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_33_29_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Cases,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry about Indian Medical Program in Oklahoma")
![["Mr. Raymond Gardner wrote a letter to Honorable Carl Albert requesting information on where to obtain a Choctaw dictionary. Albert responded, informing Gardner that the dictionaries are no longer available from the Department of Etymology or the Indian Office. Gardner had mentioned that he needed the dictionary for church charter work and was having difficulty finding one. Albert expressed regret that he could not be of more help and suggested trying to purchase one if possible."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Per Capita Payment")
![["The document is a response to Mr. Impalumbi's inquiry about per capita payments to the Choctaw Indians. The writer informs him about legislation that may allow for distribution of tribal funds and offers to contact the Regional Office of Indian Affairs to help with building a house. The writer also requests the Area Director to assist Mr. Impalumbi's with obtaining funds for building a house and removing restrictions on his land."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Choctaw Dictionary")
![["Mr. Askew inquired about land allotments and per capita payments for Choctaw Indians. The Bureau of Indian Affairs stated that no per capita payments were programmed for that year, and provided information on how unenrolled Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes could apply for land allotments. Congressman Carl Albert communicated this information to Mr. Askew and assured him of his 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_47_53_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Indians")
![["In 1966, the Indian Claims Commission granted five awards totaling over $7.9 million to seven American Indian groups. The Ute Indians of Utah and Colorado also received a settlement of $4.4 million from the United States Court of Claims for a long-pending case. The Indian Claims Commission has granted a total of 88 awards totaling over $213 million as of January 1, 1967. The majority of claims are for the fair value of Indian lands ceded to or taken by the US government. The funds received are being invested in projects to improve social and economic conditions for Indian people, such as scholarships, social services, community centers, and tribal enterprises."]](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_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Claims Commission Awards: A Look at 1966")