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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Mandatory Retirement of Albert A. Exendine from Indian Service
- Date:
- 1954-02-16
- Creator:
- Exendine, Abert, 1884-1973
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Government Operations and Politics
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Pawnee Tribe Claim, 1958
- Date:
- 1954-05-07
- Creator:
- Debo, Angie, 1890-1988
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Patents in Fee and Land Allotments for Herbert Hudson and Kirwin Murray: A Compilation from 1953-1954
- Date:
- 1954-05-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1955 Correspondence and Commentary: Chas. A. Bredin's Printing Service and Sociopolitical Opinions
- Date:
- 1954-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Osage Tribe's Mineral Rights and the Formation of the Osage County Land Owners Protective Association
- Date:
- 1954-05-22
- Creator:
- Harjo, George, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Annuity Payments and Tribal Status of Charles Lone Chief Jr.
- Date:
- 1954-05-26
- Creator:
- Supernaw, William J., 1912-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of National Annual American Indian Day and H.R. 8115 in 1959
- Date:
- 1954-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1960 Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Member of Congress Regarding Inter-Tribal Council Resolutions
- Date:
- 1954-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Congress, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Endorsement of Arthur M. Jones for Special Investigator for Indian Affairs in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1954-09-18
- Creator:
- Shunkahmolah, Joseph L. Jr.
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Commission Hearings, 1954
- Date:
- 1954-09-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
![["The document discusses the retirement of Albert A. Exendine from the Indian Service, who has worked beyond the mandatory retirement age. The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, explains that there is no special reason for him to be retained beyond the retirement age. Efforts are being made to try to retain him for another year, but it is unlikely due to the regulations in place. Congressman Page Belcher and Mr. Bert McElroy are involved in trying to address this issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Mandatory Retirement of Albert A. Exendine from Indian Service")
![["Mrs. Alice Murie sent a letter to Congressman Page Belcher requesting information on the Pawnee claim against the Federal Government. The Bureau of Indian Affairs informed Congressman Belcher that the Pawnee Tribe is entitled to recover, but the amount of the award has not yet been determined. A hearing has been set for December to present evidence on the value of the land taken. Congressman Belcher was advised to direct any further inquiries to the attorneys representing the tribe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Pawnee Tribe Claim, 1958")
![["The document includes correspondence between Page Belcher and Edwin R. McNeill regarding patents in fee for Herbert Hudson and Kirwin Murray, Otoe allottees in Oklahoma. Belcher assures McNeill that the patents have been mailed and are in the process of being delivered. There is some confusion regarding the location of the land in question, with different counties and sub-agencies involved. McNeill expresses gratitude for the updates and requests for progress on the matters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Patents in Fee and Land Allotments for Herbert Hudson and Kirwin Murray: A Compilation from 1953-1954")
![["The document is about a printing service in Tulsa, Oklahoma, but also contains a rant about various political issues, including criticism of the Supreme Court, support for racial segregation, and accusations against the Urban League. It also discusses financial support for organizations like the Urban League and NAACP and their efforts for racial integration in schools."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0000-B-%20General,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1955 Correspondence and Commentary: Chas. A. Bredin's Printing Service and Sociopolitical Opinions")
![["The document discusses the formation of the Osage County Land Owners Protective Association to protest against nominal damages for oil well locations on the Osage Indian reservation. The organization seeks to increase the drilling fee to $1,000 per location and address issues such as water contamination and insufficient payments to landowners. The group aims to protect fields, pastures, and water supplies from pollution and destruction caused by oil drilling activities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Osage Tribe's Mineral Rights and the Formation of the Osage County Land Owners Protective Association")
![["The document dated June 16, 1954, from Page Belcher, M. C. to Mrs. Charles A. Lone Chief, discusses the settlement of a matter regarding annuity payments to her son Charles Lone Chief, Jr. The document includes an enclosure of a letter received from the Bureau of Indian Affairs on the status of her son. A previous letter from May 20, 1954, from Charles Besly, Attorney at Law, to Page Belcher, M. C. is also mentioned, requesting clarification of Charles Lone Chief, Jr.'s status. The documents indicate that efforts are being made to ensure that Charles Lone Chief, Jr. receives the annuity payments he is entitled to as a Pawnee Indian."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Annuity Payments and Tribal Status of Charles Lone Chief Jr.")
![["The document consists of letters exchanged between Miss Marie L. Wadley and Page Belcher regarding the establishment of National Annual American Indian Day and H.R. 8115. Miss Wadley submits resolutions from the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes requesting a special day for American Indian Day and asking for sub-marginal tribes to be retained in trust status under the proposed legislation. Mr. Belcher expresses appreciation for the information and assures careful consideration of the requests."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of National Annual American Indian Day and H.R. 8115 in 1959")
![["The document from Marie L. Wadley to Page Belcher encloses resolutions adopted by The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding expanding and improving adult educational programs for reservation Indians and providing economic assistance through the establishment of industries near Indian reservations. Belcher acknowledges the resolutions and assures careful consideration of the matters. The resolutions urge Congress to increase funding for vocational training and provide legislative assistance for economic development on or near reservations. Copies of the resolutions are to be sent to appropriate Congressional representatives and committees for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1960 Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Member of Congress Regarding Inter-Tribal Council Resolutions")
![["The Republican Committee of Cleveland County recommends Mr. Arthur M. Jones for the position of Special Investigator for Indian Affairs for Oklahoma to Congressman Page Belcher. They highlight his loyalty to the Republican Party, his experience with Indian tribes, and his qualifications for the position. Congressman Belcher acknowledges the endorsement and expresses appreciation for the recommendation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Endorsement of Arthur M. Jones for Special Investigator for Indian Affairs in Oklahoma")
![["Mr. Ernest Hunt wrote a letter inquiring about the number of delegates authorized to attend hearings before the Indian Claims Commission. Page Belcher, a member of the House of Representatives, contacted the Bureau and found out that only three delegates were needed as observers, not testifiers. Hunt was informed of this decision and encouraged to reach out for further assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Commission Hearings, 1954")