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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Coal Land Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Energy
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request for Payment of Segregated Coal Lands Sale
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes: Update and Instructions for Heirs
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Payments, 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Rehabilitation Program for Eastern Oklahoma Indians Act
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: H.R. 6515
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Per Capita Payments in 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Per Capita Payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Mrs. G. F. Payne wrote to Representative Carl Albert regarding the payment to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Representative Albert assured her that he would work to have the full amount placed in a supplemental appropriations bill. Mrs. Payne expressed her concern over delays in payment and urged Representative Albert to do everything in his power to ensure the payment is made in a lump sum."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Coal Land Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["Mr. Pickens wrote to Carl Albert, a state representative, regarding the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes for the sale of their coal lands to the government. The full amount is included in a bill being held up in the Appropriations Committee, but Albert assures Pickens that he will do his best to ensure its passage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request for Payment of Segregated Coal Lands Sale")
![["Mr. William Lewis inquires about payment for the sale of coal lands by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes to the government. Congressman Carl Albert responds, stating that the payment is included in a bill but is currently held up in the Appropriations Committee. He assures Mr. Lewis that he will work to settle the matter as soon as possible and advises him to contact the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency for information on proving heirship for the payments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes: Update and Instructions for Heirs")
![["Mr. Clark Jackson wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing his urgency in receiving the capital payment for the Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert responded by informing Jackson that payments would begin in July and that they had been pressuring the Indian Service to expedite the process. Albert assured Jackson that the checks would be mailed soon and requested that he inform his neighbors. Albert also offered his assistance and encouraged Jackson to reach out if 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_6_76_0000-(20)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales")
![["Miss Lenora Green requested a blank form to receive her money from the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Congressman Carl Albert advised her to contact Mr. W. O. Roberts at the Indian office in Muskogee for assistance with her payment. He also offered to help with any other needs she may have."]](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_6_75_0000-(19)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Payments, 1949")
![["The letter is a response to a request for information regarding the sale of unallotted coal and asphalt lands owned by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. The lands were purchased by the Government for $8,500,000, with payments to be made to enrolled members and their heirs. The exact amount of the payments is estimated to be around $350 per share. Applications for payments will be distributed by the office and through District Agents and Probate Attorneys. Payments will be made as soon as possible, with no involvement of attorneys or creditors. Freedmen and new members will not participate in the payment, and individuals are advised not to submit documents until requested."]](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_6_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 1949 to provide for the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes of eastern Oklahoma. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake economic improvements for the tribes, including assistance with employment and adjustments related to it. It also outlines rules for loans, land ownership, and repayment, as well as the establishment of positions for credit supervisors and clerical staff to assist the tribes in various ways."]](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_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Rehabilitation Program for Eastern Oklahoma Indians Act")
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert, M.C. of the Five Tribes Indian Affairs Committee to Daniel Coodey regarding H.R. 6515 for the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes. Albert expresses his interest in discussing the bill with Congressman Bill Stigler and his dedication to advocating for the tribes' welfare."]](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_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: H.R. 6515")
![["The letter is regarding a 1929 $10.00 per capita payment due to Mrs. Mary Shockley Ellis, who is deceased. The letter states that there are no funds due to Mrs. Ellis in her own right or as an heir of her son, Lemuel G. Shockley. Both Mrs. Ellis and her son received their own $10.00 payment while living. The letter also mentions information about payments to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for coal lands sold to the government. It explains that enrolled members do not need to fill out forms to receive their money and that heirs of deceased members will be paid after enrolled members receive their payments. The letter concludes by stating that further information will be provided once the $10.00 payment issue is resolved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_81_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Per Capita Payments in 1949")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the Per Capita Payment being made to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. The letters discuss the processing of claims and the need for expedited payments. The Area Director of the Department of Interior assures that efforts are being made to speed up the payment process. One letter mentions the completion of payments for living claims and the need to process claims for deceased enrollees. The letters express urgency in receiving the payments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Per Capita Payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")