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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957
- Date:
- 1958-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Lyman L. Bryan: Executive Vice President Resume and Personal Profile
- Date:
- 1958-02-07
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Response to a Constituent's Concerns: A Letter from Congressman Page Belcher, 1957
- Date:
- 1958-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Letter from Page Belcher to Chas. A. Bredin, 1958
- Date:
- 1958-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Nuclear Weapons Testing Concerns Between a Citizen and a Congress Member in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-03-20
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School
- Date:
- 1958-03-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Page Belcher and Florence Bowser Regarding Alcoholism
- Date:
- 1958-06-04
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Rent Increase at Chilocco Indian School in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-09-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs Information Request in 1958
- Date:
- 1958-09-04
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. Ted Reynolds and Congressman Page Belcher discussing the use of Peyote among Indian tribes, specifically the Shawnee Indians. Mr. Reynolds expresses concern about the negative effects of Peyote on the Shawnee tribe and urges Congressman Belcher to educate himself on the issue. Congressman Belcher acknowledges the letters and states that he will look into the matter and consider the information provided."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957")
![["Lyman L. Bryan is currently the Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Development Council, overseeing all administrative duties and activities for the organization. Prior to this role, he has held various positions in community relations, public relations, and sales promotion for companies such as Chrysler Corporation and the Independent Petroleum Association of America. He has a background in journalism and has written for various publications. He has received awards and honors for his work in public relations and community service. Bryan is a member of various professional organizations and has served in leadership roles in several of them. He is married with three children and is 32 years old. He has overcome the loss of the use of his left arm while in the Army and does not require a job that involves driving. References are available upon request."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Lyman L. Bryan: Executive Vice President Resume and Personal Profile")
![["The document from Page Belcher acknowledges Mr. Boyles' views on foreign aid, the farm situation, the Republican Party, President Eisenhower, and the United Nations. Belcher appreciates Boyles' comments and assures him that he will consider them carefully. Belcher also offers assistance if needed. The second part of The document seems to be a response from Boyles, expressing concerns about sending money to foreign countries instead of helping those in need in the US, criticizing President Eisenhower and the Republican Party, and mentioning the League of Nations."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Response to a Constituent's Concerns: A Letter from Congressman Page Belcher, 1957")
![["The document is a response from Congressman Page Belcher to Mr. Chas. A. Bredin, thanking him for sharing his views on certain matters. The document also references a suggestion made by Mr. Bredin regarding property deeds and race restrictions."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Letter from Page Belcher to Chas. A. Bredin, 1958")
![["Mrs. Bradford wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher expressing her concern about the effects of nuclear weapons testing on the human race. Belcher acknowledged her concerns and assured her that he would give the issue careful consideration. Mrs. Bradford urged Belcher to take action towards banning nuclear weapons testing and hoped for a speedy agreement among nations on the matter. Belcher thanked Mrs. Bradford for her letter and welcomed any further comments or suggestions."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Nuclear Weapons Testing Concerns Between a Citizen and a Congress Member in 1957")
![["A letter from Frank S. Midgley, Jr. to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, inquiring about the appropriation of funds for the rehabilitation or new construction at the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School. Belcher responds that he will check into the matter and provide information soon."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School")
![["The document is from Mrs. Florence W. Bowser to Congressman Page Belcher, discussing her friend's struggles with alcoholism and requesting help in getting him into a medical institution for treatment. Mrs. Bowser expresses her frustration with the lack of support and resources available for alcoholics, and urges Congressman Belcher to intervene and provide assistance. She also includes details about her friend's situation and requests for support from various agencies."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Page Belcher and Florence Bowser Regarding Alcoholism")
![["Mrs. David Homma wrote a letter to Page Belcher inquiring about the removal of restrictions from Indian lands. Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration. The Bureau provided information on the process for removing restrictions from Indian lands, particularly for the Five Civilized Tribes. Belcher assured Mrs. Homma that he would look into the matter and provide her with the necessary information."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957")
![["Mrs. Keith Hornady, an employee at the Chilocco Indian School, wrote to Representative Page Belcher about an increase in rent for quarters at the school. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explained that the increase was due to oversight in implementing utility charges in 1952 and that employees were not required to live in government quarters. The employees at the school expressed their dissatisfaction with the rent increase, stating that salaries had not increased and the quarters had not been remodeled. They felt the increase was unjustified and requested consideration for reclassification and salary adjustments. Representative Belcher assured Mrs. Hornady that he would look into the matter and provide her with more information once available."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Rent Increase at Chilocco Indian School in 1957")
![["The document includes correspondence between Mr. Dan M. Madrano and the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding requests for information on Indian population by tribes, land holdings, and appropriations in each state. The Bureau provides the requested information and expresses willingness to assist further. Additionally, there is a statement of appropriated funds programmed for Indian Service activities by states for fiscal year 1958."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs Information Request in 1958")