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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Position Voting Form
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution No. 18-220 of the Osage Tribal Council Regarding Tribal Affairs and Federal Supervision
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_9_0000_2_49
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- "Mapping the Red River Watershed: An Overview of Engineering Projects in Oklahoma and Arkansas by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers"
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_9_0000_4_106
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- "1951 Fund Allocation for Various Programs Across Counties in Texas and Oklahoma"
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Overview of the Central Valley Project: Utilizing and Managing Water Resources in California
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Hunting Privileges at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Opposition to H.R. 4985 between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Congressman Page Belcher
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Removal of Land Restrictions in Richardson County, Nebraska
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Sac and Fox Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1953 Correspondence Regarding Retroactive Application of Federal Income Tax on Indian Tribal Lands
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Taxation
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document presents questions to voters regarding the office of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Voters are asked to vote on whether they want the office to continue, the terms of the Chief's role, and to suggest a candidate for the position if appointed by the Secretary of the Interior."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Position Voting Form")
![["The letter confirms a telephone conversation regarding the status of the appointment of the Choctaw Chief, stating that the appointment has not yet been cleared by the Department of the Interior and there is no timeline for when a decision will be made. The sender apologizes for not being able to provide more assistance."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Chief")
![["The Osage Tribal Council has resolved to inform various government officials about the responsibilities and financial arrangements relating to the Osage Tribe, specifically regarding roads, education, health services, and mineral resources. They emphasize the importance of continued federal supervision of Osage trusts until mineral resources are fully utilized."]](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_18_86_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Indians,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution No. 18-220 of the Osage Tribal Council Regarding Tribal Affairs and Federal Supervision")
![["This project documentation is a detailed map by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, illustrating specific geographical locations, water bodies, mountains, and dam sites in areas of Oklahoma and Arkansas. The map includes elements such as watershed divides, river miles, federal highways, state highways, as well as information about overflow limits and conservation pools. The document also provides scale of miles, and highlights projects considered within these areas, dating back to August 1951."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_001_9_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_001_9_0000_2_49_thumbnail.jpg "\"Mapping the Red River Watershed: An Overview of Engineering Projects in Oklahoma and Arkansas by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers\"")
![["The document details the transfer of program funds in 1951 across various counties in Texas and Oklahoma. It provides specific fund amounts for each county ranging from 1,000 to 120,000. The documentation is found in the Albert Maps, Folder 4, Item 106 at the Carl Albert Center."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_001_9_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_001_9_0000_4_106_thumbnail.jpg "\"1951 Fund Allocation for Various Programs Across Counties in Texas and Oklahoma\"")
![["The document discusses the various dams and reservoirs in California's Central Valley, including Shasta Dam, Keswick Dam, Folsom Dam, Friant Dam, and others. These structures serve multiple purposes such as storing water for irrigation, generating power, controlling floods, aiding navigation, and providing fresh water supply. The Central Valley project aims to double the irrigated area of the valley and develop its resources further. The document also highlights the importance of water conservation and management in ensuring the sustainability and prosperity of the region."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/82nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service,%20Bureau%20of%20Mines,%20Bureau%20of%20Reclamation.,%201951-1952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Overview of the Central Valley Project: Utilizing and Managing Water Resources in California")
![["Mr. Phil Horner from Hillsdale, Oklahoma wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher regarding the hunting privileges at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge. Horner expressed concern that only wealthy individuals were able to control hunting rights around the refuge, and suggested that the government acquire land for public hunting. Belcher forwarded Horner's letter to the Fish and Wildlife Service, who are considering the possibility of acquiring land for public hunting and working with the State Game Department to provide hunting opportunities for all citizens, rather than just the wealthy. Belcher assured Horner that he is looking into the matter and will provide more information once available."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/82nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service,%20Bureau%20of%20Mines,%20Bureau%20of%20Reclamation.,%201951-1952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Hunting Privileges at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge")
![["The document is from Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Congressman Page Belcher opposing H. R. 4985, a bill to provide a decree of competency for United States Indians in certain cases. Belvin urges Belcher to oppose the bill and solicit opposition from other members of the Oklahoma delegation, as they believe the legislation would be detrimental to Indian welfare. Congressman Belcher responds, stating that he is not on the committee that considers such legislation but assures Belvin that he will give the bill his full attention when it comes before the House for consideration."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Opposition to H.R. 4985 between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Congressman Page Belcher")
![["Mrs. Cecilia Rice Fulks inquired about the status of her application for the removal of land restrictions in Richardson County, Nebraska. The Anadarko Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs confirmed that her application has been located and approved, and the order for the removal of restrictions is being processed. Mrs. Fulks will be notified once the process is complete. Congressman Page Belcher provided this information to Mrs. Fulks."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Removal of Land Restrictions in Richardson County, Nebraska")
![["The document from the U.S. Treasury Department addresses a request by various Indian tribes regarding the application of a decision on the taxation of income from restricted Indian lands. The Bureau of Internal Revenue explains their position on the matter and the history of taxation laws related to Indian income. The document also discusses a specific case involving Comanche Indians and their income tax payments. The document explains the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to prescribe the extent of retroactive effect in tax rulings and decisions."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1953 Correspondence Regarding Retroactive Application of Federal Income Tax on Indian Tribal Lands")