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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Page Belcher's Letter to Mr. Zotigh Regarding the Johnson-O'Malley Act and School Lunch Programs for Indian Children
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- PB to Address Concerns Over Investigator Conduct with Bureau of Indian Affairs Upon Return from Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Petition in Support of John Crow and Wilma Victor's Work in the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 89th (1965-1967), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Report on Alleged Misuse of Johnson-O'Malley Funds in Oklahoma and Agreements Reached at Pawnee Agency Meeting
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Reduction of the Indian Home Economics Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Restoration of the Home Demonstration Agent for Pawnee, Otoe, and Ponca Communities: A Communication Exchange
- Date:
- 1966-04-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Indian Arts and Crafts Board regarding the Exhibition of Photographs and Poems by Sioux Children
- Date:
- 1967-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Transfer of Indian School Administration in 1969
- Date:
- 1969-01-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Chilocco Indian School Situation
- Date:
- 1969-04-04
- 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_9_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Potential Contracting of Chilocco Indian School Operations, 1969
- Date:
- 1969-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document is a letter written by PAGE BELCHER, a Member of Congress, to Mr. Glove Zotigh in response to a request for information about the Johnson-O'Malley Act and its provisions for school lunch programs for Indian children. PAGE BELCHER provides the requested information and offers further assistance if needed."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Page Belcher's Letter to Mr. Zotigh Regarding the Johnson-O'Malley Act and School Lunch Programs for Indian Children")
![["PB plans to speak with the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs about the behavior of four investigators upon his return from 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_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0001_thumbnail.jpg "PB to Address Concerns Over Investigator Conduct with Bureau of Indian Affairs Upon Return from Oklahoma")
![["The document is a letter and petition in support of John O. Crow and Wilma Victor, who are Deputy Commissioner of Indian Affairs and Special Assistant to the Secretary of Interior, respectively. The document expresses support for their work and urges that they be allowed to continue their excellent work for the Indian people. It includes signatures from various individuals and tribes in Oklahoma."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Petition in Support of John Crow and Wilma Victor's Work in the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document outlines a meeting held in 1972 regarding the misuse of Johnson-O'Malley (JOM) funds in Oklahoma schools, specifically in relation to education for Native American students. It was found that the funds were not being used as intended, and agreements were reached to cease negotiations on the FY 1973 State contract with the Bureau of Indian Affairs for JOM funds. A full review of the use of JOM funds in Oklahoma was agreed upon, and steps were taken to involve tribal Indian groups and individuals in the review process. Concerns were also raised about the expulsion of Indian students from public schools due to dress code conflicts, and the BIA pledged to seek ways to reinstate these students in schools."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Report on Alleged Misuse of Johnson-O'Malley Funds in Oklahoma and Agreements Reached at Pawnee Agency Meeting")
![["The document from Mrs. Norman Hiatt to Congressman Page Belcher expresses concern about the reduction of the Indian Home Economics program in Oklahoma due to funding limitations. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains that the reduction was necessary to prioritize housing programs, but some funding has been restored for the Extension program in Oklahoma. Mrs. Hiatt is worried about the impact of the reduction on Indian people who rely on the services provided by the Home Demonstration and Farm agents. The document highlights the importance of these programs in helping Indian people improve their living conditions and skills."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Reduction of the Indian Home Economics Program in Oklahoma")
![["Mrs. Thelma Hudson, president of the Wa-pe-he Home Demonstration Club in Red Rock, Oklahoma, wrote to Senator Harris requesting the restoration of the Home Demonstration Agent for the Pawnee, Otoe, and Ponca community. She received a positive response from Member of Congress Page Belcher, who informed her that the Agent had been restored. Belcher also provided information regarding the Indian Home Economics program and explained the reduction in the Extension program due to funding limitations. The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs highlighted the importance of housing programs but assured that the need for Extension services to Indian people had not been reduced. The Wa Pe' He Home Demonstration Club members expressed their appreciation for the Extension services and requested the support of Senator Harris and Senator Monroney in restoring the services."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Restoration of the Home Demonstration Agent for Pawnee, Otoe, and Ponca Communities: A Communication Exchange")
![["The United States Department of the Interior's Indian Arts and Crafts Board has organized an exhibition featuring photographs and poems by Sioux children from the Porcupine Day School on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. The exhibition showcases the creative achievements of Indian students and the success of a special educational program that combines cultural enrichment, visual arts, and creative writing. The Board hopes that the exhibition will promote Native American arts and crafts and inform the public about the positive developments in Indian education. The exhibition will also tour museums, galleries, and Indian reservations in South Dakota. The Board's Chairman, Vincent Price, has sent a copy of the exhibition catalogue to Honorable Page Belcher of the House of Representatives for his interest and enjoyment."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Indian Arts and Crafts Board regarding the Exhibition of Photographs and Poems by Sioux Children")
![["Kenneth E. Black, a member of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe, wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher expressing concern about the transfer of administration of Indian schools and education from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Black disagreed with the testimony given by Bill Pensoneau, Vice President of the National Indian Youth Council, and felt that only duly elected tribal officials should speak on behalf of the tribes. Belcher acknowledged Black's concerns and forwarded his letter to Senators Edward M. Kennedy and Henry Bellmon for their information."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Transfer of Indian School Administration in 1969")
![["Congressman Page Belcher is corresponding with Gareth Muchmore from the Ponca City News regarding the Chilocco Indian School. Belcher has received letters from the Bureau of Indian Affairs about the possibility of contracting with a private organization for the school's operation. He is closely monitoring the situation and is willing to provide information and assistance."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Chilocco Indian School Situation")
![["The document consists of a series of letters regarding the Chilocco Indian School and the possibility of the Bureau of Indian Affairs contracting with a private organization for its operation. The documents express concerns about the potential negative impact on the students and staff if the school is taken over by a non-federal agency, and the need to closely monitor the situation. The documents also mention holding further consideration of the matter and providing updates on the progress."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Potential Contracting of Chilocco Indian School Operations, 1969")