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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Defending American Indian Schools: A Personal Perspective
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Chilocco School Investigation Report Deemed Preliminary, Allegations of Misconduct Emerge
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Abuse and Neglect Uncovered in Government-Run Indian Boarding School
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Bellmon, Henry
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Support for Increased Appropriations for Legal Services Program
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Page Belcher's Response to Citizen's Concerns About the Guaranteed Minimum Income Bill
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0007
- 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: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between the National Council on Indian Opportunity and Congress Regarding Resolutions on Indian Rights and Legislation
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Susan Younghawk Coons' Oil Royalty Payments Investigation
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Alleged Irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in 1955
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959)
![["The writer defends Indian schools from recent criticisms, sharing their positive experiences at Pawnee Indian School and Riverside Indian School. They highlight the opportunities for cultural expression, leadership development, and the development of good habits and self-sufficiency at these schools. The writer credits their education and confidence in pursuing college to their experiences at these Indian boarding schools."]](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_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Defending American Indian Schools: A Personal Perspective")
![["The preliminary report on the Chilocco Indian School recommended the removal of the school superintendent and further investigation into allegations of criminal malpractice. The report, printed in the Congressional Record, detailed numerous charges against the school, including physical abuse of students. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is conducting a continuing investigation and plans to take appropriate action to improve conditions at the school. Senator Henry Bellmon expressed confidence that steps will be taken to modernize Indian education programs and support young people in receiving the necessary training to become productive citizens."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Chilocco School Investigation Report Deemed Preliminary, Allegations of Misconduct Emerge")
![["The document discusses a report by investigators from the Bureau of Indian Affairs that found evidence of severe punishment and abuse at the Chilocco Indian Boarding School in Oklahoma. Students were handcuffed, jailed, and physically abused, with some bearing visible marks of their confinement. The report recommends the dismissal of the school's superintendent and highlights a culture of low expectations for the students, lack of student activities, and a disregard for student well-being. The findings have sparked controversy and calls for more control of Indian schools by Indian officials and parents."]](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_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Abuse and Neglect Uncovered in Government-Run Indian Boarding School")
![["The document is a letter from E. Bryan Henson, Jr., Director and Attorney of the Tulsa County Legal Aid Society, expressing support for Senator Walter F. Mondale's bill, S. 1291, which aims to increase appropriations for legal services and establish a Legal Services Program. The document is addressed to Congressman Page Belcher, who acknowledges the support and promises to consider the proposal when it comes before Congress. The document highlights the importance of providing comprehensive legal services to the poor to ensure equal administration of justice."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Support for Increased Appropriations for Legal Services Program")
![["Mr. Turner wrote a letter to President Nixon expressing his opposition to the Guaranteed Minimum Income bill, S. 5. Congressman Page Belcher responded, stating that the bill would require American taxpayers to finance the program and could have negative effects on the nation. Belcher believes in individual incentive and encourages Turner to reach out to one of the co-sponsors of the bill for a more detailed analysis."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Page Belcher's Response to Citizen's Concerns About the Guaranteed Minimum Income Bill")
![["The document is a resolution adopted by the Executive Committee of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding the administration of the Johnson O'Malley program for Indian students in public schools. The resolution recommends that the program continue to be administered by the Indian Education Division of the Oklahoma State Department of Education, but also suggests that if the Bureau of Indian Affairs insists on contracting with an Indian organization or tribe, the Five Civilized Tribes should be awarded a single contract for the program in schools under the jurisdiction of the Muskogee Area Office. The resolution was adopted unanimously in a special-called session in Tulsa on February 9, 1972."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program")
![["The document consists of letters from the National Council on Indian Opportunity to Congressman Page Belcher, enclosing resolutions adopted at a special regional meeting regarding amendments to the Johnson-O'Malley Act, the establishment of an Indian Trust Council Authority, and the representation of Indian tribes in legal matters. Congressman Belcher acknowledges receipt of the resolutions and assures that they will receive his attention when relevant matters come before Congress."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between the National Council on Indian Opportunity and Congress Regarding Resolutions on Indian Rights and Legislation")
![["Mrs. Susan Younghawk Coons of Pawnee, Oklahoma had complained about her oil royalty payments not being received on time. The Department of Interior, Geological Survey of Oklahoma investigated the matter and found that all complaints were unfounded. They provided a detailed account of the oil production and royalty payments made by both Gulf Coast Western and Wilkonson. Mrs. Coons was advised to check with the Indian Agency at Pawnee to confirm that the payments had been credited to her account. The department also addressed her concerns about delays in payments on Indian leases compared to non-Indian leases, stating that they were not aware of any discrimination in payments. Congressman Page Belcher assured Mrs. Coons that he would check into the matter further if she still felt confused after reading the department's response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Susan Younghawk Coons' Oil Royalty Payments Investigation")
![["The document from Page Belcher to Mr. Charlie B. Harper enclosed a copy of H.R. 1242, a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in January 1953. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain school properties to local school districts or public agencies. It also outlines the conditions and provisions for such conveyances, including the reservation of mineral deposits, requirements for property use, and potential forfeiture of conveyances for non-compliance. Harper had requested a copy of the bill in a previous letter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties")
![["Mr. Gene M. Gardner, an attorney, raised concerns about irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in a letter to Honorable Page Belcher. The allegations included possible fraud, embezzlement, and misappropriation of government property. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted an investigation and found no evidence of criminal intent. Belcher and Gardner continued to correspond about the matter, with the Bureau of Indian Affairs assuring that they would take administrative action as needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Alleged Irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in 1955")