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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1957 Breakfast Meeting: Discussing Industry Opportunities for the American Indian
- Date:
- 1958-09-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_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 Request for a Chapel at Chilocco School in 1960
- Date:
- 1959-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Availability of Final Rolls of the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1959-06-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Enrollment Number Inquiry
- Date:
- 1960-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Investigation of Administration at Concho Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Ahtone, Henry, 1908-1988
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Continuation of Adult Education Classes in North Enid and Waukomis, Oklahoma (1966)
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Status of Chilocco Indian School, 1969
- Date:
- 1969-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0017
- 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
- Date:
- 1969-04-10
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- 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_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)
![["A breakfast meeting was held at the Cosmos Club on April 9, 1957 to discuss industry for the American Indian. The meeting was attended by various representatives from different organizations including the School of Business Administration, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of Agriculture, and House of Representatives. Discussions were held on topics related to business, defense services, agriculture, and education."]](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_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1957 Breakfast Meeting: Discussing Industry Opportunities for the American Indian")
![["The document from Reverend Bruce Conrad to Congressman Page Belcher discusses the need for a chapel on the Chilocco Indian School campus in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs responds, stating that they do not have funds to provide a separate building for religious worship and suggest using existing church facilities. The Bureau also mentions the costs involved in obtaining a separate building and emphasizes the priority of meeting educational needs over religious ones. Congressman Belcher forwards the response to Rev. Conrad."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Request for a Chapel at Chilocco School in 1960")
![["Mr. McIntosh wrote to Congressman Page Belcher requesting a copy of the final rolls of the Five Civilized Tribes in Indian Territory prior to March 4, 1907. Belcher responded that the document is out of print, but a copy is available at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Office in Muskogee for viewing. Belcher apologized for not being able to obtain a copy for McIntosh."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Availability of Final Rolls of the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["Mrs. Bonnie Belle Wilson Bateman contacted Congressman Page Belcher seeking information on her mother's Cherokee Roll enrollee number. Belcher forwarded her request to the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee, but they were unable to locate any information on her mother. The Bureau suggested contacting the Muskogee Area office for more information. The Bureau also mentioned that the Cherokee Nation's claims were being prosecuted before the Indian Claims Commission, and there was no authority to add names to the Cherokee Roll. Belcher reassured Mrs. Bateman that he would continue to investigate and provide updates as soon as he received more information."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Enrollment Number Inquiry")
![["Miss Carol Soatikee received a letter from Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, regarding an investigation into the administration of Concho School. The Bureau of Indian Affairs assured confidentiality for employees during the investigation. Belcher also requested a member of the Civil Service Commission to be present at the meetings. The employees of the school requested a postponement of the investigation and clarification on the dates and location of the meeting. The investigation was scheduled for July 29 and 30, conducted by a committee from the Area Office and Muskogee Office."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Investigation of Administration at Concho Indian School")
![["Mrs. James H. Allen inquired about the continuation of Adult Education Classes at North Enid and Waukomis. The Bureau of Indian Affairs provided information that the classes will continue until the end of June and will resume when funds for 1967 are available. Further information can be obtained by contacting Dr. Timken in Oklahoma City. Congressman Page Belcher was glad to assist and will provide further updates if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Continuation of Adult Education Classes in North Enid and Waukomis, Oklahoma (1966)")
![["The document consists of a series of letters from Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, to Calvin D. Dickerson regarding the Chilocco Indian School. Belcher mentions inquiries and discussions with the Bureau of Indian Affairs about the possibility of contracting with a private organization to operate the school. The Bureau was instructed to hold off on further consideration of the matter. Belcher assures Dickerson that he will keep a close eye on the situation and do everything possible to support the 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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Status of Chilocco Indian School, 1969")
![["The document includes a series of letters from Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, to Charles Narcomey regarding the Chilocco Indian School. Belcher is in contact with the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the situation at the school and the possibility of contracting with a private organization for its operation. The Bureau was instructed to hold any further consideration of this matter. Belcher assures Narcomey that he will do everything he can to keep the school and will provide more information as it 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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Future of Chilocco Indian School")
![["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 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")
