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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_67B
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Distribution of Oklahoma Indian Population by Counties from the 1940 Census, Adjusted
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North AmericaOklahomaPopulation distributionMaps
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_67C
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Distribution of Indian Land by Counties
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Sale
- Date:
- 1947-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Assistance Regarding Choctaw Chief Appointment
- Date:
- 1947-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Letter Regarding the Construction of a General Hospital at Shawnee Indian Agency
- Date:
- 1947-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Democratic Management for Choctaw Citizens: A Call for Support
- Date:
- 1947-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Choctaw Nation Chief Nominating Convention
- Date:
- 1947-01-31
- Creator:
- Durant, William A.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Tribal Election Regulations for Choctaw Chief Selection
- Date:
- 1947-02-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Campaign Correspondence: A Letter from Carl Albert to Harold Sullivan
- Date:
- 1947-02-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Influence and Support for Choctaw Chief Selection
- Date:
- 1947-02-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["This is the second map in a series of three produced by the Department of the Interior, Office of Indian Affairs, focusing on population and including an attachment that explains population and services. Dimensions: 18 1/4 x 26 1/4"]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_67b_thumbnail.jpg "Distribution of Oklahoma Indian Population by Counties from the 1940 Census, Adjusted")
![["Create a concise and logical summary using the title Land map by the Department of the Interior, Office of Indian Affairs and the text in the summary: This map is the third in a series of three. Dimensions: 18 1/4 x 26 1/4."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_67c_thumbnail.jpg "Distribution of Indian Land by Counties")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a postcard inquiring about payment from the sale of coal and asphalt owned by the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes. It informs the recipient that a voting period on an agreement related to the sale will take place between November 1 and November 30 and advises them to register with the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes in order to participate in the vote. Payment cannot be made until the votes are counted."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Sale")
![["Mr. Gilbert W. Daney, an attorney from Atoka, Oklahoma, wrote to Honorable Carl Albert, M.C. requesting his assistance in appointing a new chief for the Choctaw people in Oklahoma. He explained that the current chief, W.A. Durant, was unable to fulfill his duties due to age and health reasons. Daney asked Albert to keep the matter in mind and be prepared to help when the time was right. Albert acknowledged the letter and assured Daney that he would do what he could when the opportunity arose."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Assistance Regarding Choctaw Chief Appointment")
![["The letter is a response to a recommendation for the construction of a General Hospital at the Shawnee Indian Agency. The author explains that it is currently difficult to secure funds for new construction due to the Government building hospitals for soldiers. However, they express support for the project and promise to pursue it when possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Letter Regarding the Construction of a General Hospital at Shawnee Indian Agency")
![["The document from Miss Louie LeFlore to Congressman Carl Albert expresses the desire of the Choctaw people in Oklahoma to have a democratic process in selecting their Chief through a nominating convention. They feel that their rights as American citizens are being upheld by requesting this. Miss LeFlore urges Congressman Albert to assist in ensuring that a nominating convention is held in 1948, as promised by previous officials. Congressman Albert responds, expressing his support and willingness to help resolve the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Democratic Management for Choctaw Citizens: A Call for Support")
![["The document is acknowledging receipt of a request for information regarding obtaining a nominating convention for the principal chief of the Choctaw nation. It mentions that the current chief, William A. Durant, was appointed for a two-year term and the Indian Office is working on a plan for the enrolled members to express their choice for the chief. The document is signed by W. G. Stigler, M. C. and a copy is also sent to Honorable Carl Albert, M. C."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Choctaw Nation Chief Nominating Convention")
![["The document includes correspondence between Mr. J. H. Belvin and Carl Albert regarding the removal of William A. Durant as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. The Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation requested Durant's removal due to his absence at a meeting in Washington. However, it is stated that Durant's absence was due to illness and that all enrolled members will have the opportunity to vote on the terms of the sale of tribal coal and asphalt deposits. Additionally, proposed regulations for a tribal election to select a new Principal Chief are being developed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Tribal Election Regulations for Choctaw Chief Selection")
![["Carl Albert writes to his attorney, Harold Sullivan, thanking him for his support during his campaign and updating him on his plans to visit Oklahoma City. He mentions receiving news from a former colleague and expresses his excitement for a promised celebration. In response, Harold Sullivan encourages Carl to continue his efforts and offers his support whenever needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Campaign Correspondence: A Letter from Carl Albert to Harold Sullivan")
![["The document is a series of letters written by J.H. Belvin, the County Superintendent of Bryan County, to Congressman Carl Albert, Senator E.H. Moore, Congressman W.C. Stigler, and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the democratic selection of the next Choctaw Chief. Belvin expresses gratitude for their support and requests their influence in obtaining a nominating convention for the Choctaw Chief, regardless of when the selection is to be made. He emphasizes the importance of the Choctaws having a voice in the selection process and seeks assurance that the government will keep its promise."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Influence and Support for Choctaw Chief Selection")