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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Reorganization of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Education Program in 1970
- Date:
- 1969-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Navajo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Senate Community Mental Health Centers Amendments of 1969
- Date:
- 1969-08-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School: 1969
- Date:
- 1969-09-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Defense Letter for Superintendent Aaron Dry of Concho School from Teacher Lowell B. Russell
- Date:
- 1969-10-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Intertribal Chairman Overton James Regarding Policy Implementation Consultations
- Date:
- 1969-11-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Senate Bill S. 3526 and Drug Control Legislation
- Date:
- 1970-03-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter Opposing Labor Bill S3526 and Advocating for Workers' Bargaining Rights
- Date:
- 1970-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- FBI Investigation Finds No Evidence of Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian School
- Date:
- 1970-04-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Opposition to S. 3526 Emergency Public Protection Act between Congressman Page Belcher and Charles Murphy, DRIVE Director of Teamsters Joint Council #92
- Date:
- 1970-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: Correspondence and Resolutions in Support of Job Corps and Legal Services Programs, 1969
- Date:
- 1970-09-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document consists of a series of letters regarding the reorganization of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' education program. The Assistant Secretary of the Interior addresses concerns raised by Chief McIntosh and Congressman Belcher about the regionalization plan, emphasizing the need for consultation with Indian leaders before implementing any changes. The Assistant Secretary also expresses the Department's commitment to decentralization, flexibility, and local input in improving the education program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Reorganization of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Education Program in 1970")
![["Dr. Edwin Fair, a psychiatrist director, wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher urging support for S. 2523, the Senate Community Mental Health Centers Amendments of 1969. The document outlines the reasons why the Senate bill is preferable to the House version and highlights three specific provisions in the Senate bill that the Bi-State Mental Health Foundation supports. Congressman Belcher responded, indicating that he will carefully consider the points made in Dr. Fair's letter when the conference report comes before the House for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Senate Community Mental Health Centers Amendments of 1969")
![["The document includes a letter from a member of Congress to a citizen asking for their opinions on various important issues facing the nation. The citizen responds with their views and concerns about the conditions at Chilocco Indian School and expresses their support for the school and certain individuals. The member of Congress acknowledges the response and thanks the citizen for their input."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School: 1969")
![["Mr. Lowell B. Russell, a teacher at Concho School in Oklahoma, defends Superintendent Aaron Dry against criticism. Russell praises Dry's leadership and commitment to improving the school for underprivileged students. He criticizes those who are against Dry, particularly former Science Teacher Mr. Ahtone, and argues that removing Dry from his position would be detrimental to the school. Russell urges others to support Dry and acknowledges that his positive opinion comes from a white man."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Defense Letter for Superintendent Aaron Dry of Concho School from Teacher Lowell B. Russell")
![["The document is a confirmation of the commitment of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to consult with elected tribal chairmen in Oklahoma before implementing any new policies. The message expresses gratitude for the support received at a conference in Oregon and reaffirms the commitment to work with tribal leaders. The message is signed by Louis R. Bruce, Commissioner of Indian Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Intertribal Chairman Overton James Regarding Policy Implementation Consultations")
![["Hayden Brown wrote to Congressman Page Belcher expressing opposition to Bill S 3526, which he believes is not good for working men and women. He is asking for support in voting against the bill and emphasizes the need for strict laws and enforcement to control drug abuse. Congressman Belcher responded, acknowledging Brown's views and assuring that the bill will receive careful attention if brought before the House. Belcher agrees with the need for stiff laws for drug control and mentions that legislation has been introduced in Congress for this purpose."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Senate Bill S. 3526 and Drug Control Legislation")
![["The document is addressing Bill S3526, expressing concerns that if the bill becomes law, working people will lose their right to bargain for better working conditions. The writer believes that bargaining is essential for improving working environments and that the government should not interfere in negotiations between employees and employers. The document urges Congressman Belcher to vote against the legislation in order to benefit the working majority."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Opposing Labor Bill S3526 and Advocating for Workers' Bargaining Rights")
![["The FBI has found no evidence to support allegations of brutality against students at the Chilocco, Oklahoma Indian School, following an investigation prompted by reports of physical abuse. The Justice Department concluded that the allegations were unfounded and that no civil rights violations had occurred."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0007_thumbnail.jpg "FBI Investigation Finds No Evidence of Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian School")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Page Belcher to Charles Murphy, DRIVE Director of Teamsters Joint Council #92, regarding Murphy's opposition to the Emergency Public Protection Act (S. 3526). Belcher mentions that no action has been scheduled on the measure and that it is unlikely to be enacted during the current session of Congress. He assures Murphy that his comments will be kept in mind if the measure comes before Congress for consideration. Murphy had previously written to Belcher asking him to vote against S. 3526 on behalf of organized labor in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Opposition to S. 3526 Emergency Public Protection Act between Congressman Page Belcher and Charles Murphy, DRIVE Director of Teamsters Joint Council #92")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes expressed appreciation and support for the Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center Program in a resolution adopted on April 11, 1969. They also recognized the need for legal aid for American Indians and supported the Legal Services Program of the Office of Economic Opportunity, specifically the Adair-Delaware County, Oklahoma program. They pledged efforts to ensure legal services are available to all eligible Indians in Oklahoma and announced support for the Legal Services for the Poor Act, 1969."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: Correspondence and Resolutions in Support of Job Corps and Legal Services Programs, 1969")