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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School Affairs: 1969
- Date:
- 1969-05-19
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Investigation of Concho School Administration
- Date:
- 1969-06-03
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Response to Allegations at Chilocco Indian School: An Update from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1969-06-05
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Future of Chilocco Indian School in 1969
- Date:
- 1969-06-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- 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_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_141_8A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Response to the Cancellation of the Foster Grandparent Program in Oklahoma, 1970
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- McIntosh, W.E. (Dode), 1893-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Seneca-Cayuga Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- 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)
![["The document consists of a series of letters regarding the Chilocco Indian School, with Congress member Page Belcher informing Lester E. French about the situation and the efforts being made to prevent the school from being contracted out to a private organization. Belcher also mentions receiving updates from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and expresses a desire to keep a close eye on the matter. French is thanked for his help in the situation."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School Affairs: 1969")
![["Miss Thelma Eaglenest received a letter from Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, regarding the investigation of the administration of the Concho School. Belcher enclosed a copy of a letter from Mr. Orme Lewis, Jr. reporting on the Department's investigation. Belcher stated that in light of the response from Mr. Lewis, there was nothing more he could do regarding the problems at the school. However, he encouraged Eaglenest to reach out if she felt there was cause for further investigation in the future. Belcher also mentioned that he had requested a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Superintendent Aaron Dry and the petition Eaglenest had signed, and assured her that he would be in touch once he received the report."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Investigation of Concho School Administration")
![["The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Hon. Page Belcher addresses concerns about allegations of physical mistreatment at Chilocco Indian School. The investigations are ongoing, and the Superintendent and Principal have been temporarily reassigned. Contract negotiations for the operation of the school have been put on hold, and the Bureau is exploring the possibility of contracting with a private organization. The Bureau appreciates the support of the Council of American Indians and hopes to resolve the matter soon to strengthen the educational program at Chilocco Indian School."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Allegations at Chilocco Indian School: An Update from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document consists of a series of letters dated in May and June 1969 regarding the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. Congresswoman Page Belcher is corresponding with Mrs. Delphine Rhodd about the possibility of the Bureau of Indian Affairs contracting with a private organization to operate the school. Mrs. Rhodd has expressed concerns and gathered support from a group called \"Indian Citizens for Action\" to protest any Congressional action that might abolish or phase out the Bureau of Indian Affairs or Indian boarding schools without the consent of the majority of Indian people. Congressman Belcher reassures Mrs. Rhodd that she is monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Future of Chilocco Indian School in 1969")
![["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")
![["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")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. Virginia Wood regarding the cancellation of the Foster Grandparent Program in Oklahoma. The program requires sponsors to pay 10% of the costs, and there is uncertainty about accepting government money as part of the sponsorship. The decision on re-funding is pending, and the cancellation may be due to a lack of inclusion in funding allocations. The document provides information on the program and reassures Mrs. Wood that efforts are being made to resolve the issue."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Response to the Cancellation of the Foster Grandparent Program in Oklahoma, 1970")
![["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")