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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- State Education Official Defends Chilocco Indian School Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 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_001_4_13_74_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Disaster Loan Program for Farmers in Oklahoma and Surrounding Counties
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for Celilo Falls: Yakima Indians Fight to Save Their Fishing Rights
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Kaw Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Assistance: Bill H.R. 5259 Needed for Flood Victims
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["A state education department official defended the Chilocco Indian School, stating that students are not being mistreated and that the school provides important opportunities for economically and socially disadvantaged children. He emphasized the need for more funding to support the school's programs. Additionally, a Cherokee councilman and a retired army lieutenant colonel who attended the school also spoke positively about their experiences there."]](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_0041_thumbnail.jpg "State Education Official Defends Chilocco Indian School Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment")
![["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")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is being urged by the Choctaw Nation to support their request for an official nominating convention to select their next chief. They argue that they have the right to have a say in this decision, as they have fought and sacrificed for democracy. The Choctaw Nation also highlights their voting power in elections and the support they have from business leaders. They ask Senator Thomas to support their request and question if he truly is their friend."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Mr. Harry J.W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, discussing the Muskogee situation and suggesting involving other Congressmen in addressing the issue. Albert also mentions inviting Ed Edmondson, a Democratic Congressional nominee, to a meeting in McAlester."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation")
![["The document is a letter from the Farmers Home Administration to a representative informing them of the designation of certain counties in Oklahoma for disaster loans due to rain and flood damage. It explains the purpose and scope of the disaster loan program, eligibility criteria, loan purposes, rates and terms, and security requirements. The document also mentions the designation process for disaster areas and the responsibilities of the Farmers Home Administration in administering the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Disaster Loan Program for Farmers in Oklahoma and Surrounding Counties")
![["The Yakima Indians have fishing rights at Celilo Falls in the Columbia River that were guaranteed in a treaty with the United States in 1855. These rights are important to their culture, economy, and religion. The construction of the Dalles Dam threatens to flood out Celilo Falls and destroy the Yakima's fishing locations. The Yakima Nation has legal and moral rights to preserve their fishing locations, and the dam should be eliminated from the hydro-electric development program. The dam is considered necessary for power generation in the region, but the Yakima argue that there are alternative solutions to prevent power shortages without infringing on their rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for Celilo Falls: Yakima Indians Fight to Save Their Fishing Rights")
![["The document is urging Mr. George Schwabe to take immediate action on Bill H.R. 5259 to help those who have lost their homes and businesses due to flooding. The author expresses concern for those affected and requests support for flood control measures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Assistance: Bill H.R. 5259 Needed for Flood Victims")
![["The document expresses opposition to the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other big dams in Kansas, citing concerns about the destruction of fertile valleys and loss of land for taxation. The writer believes in a long-term flood control program and advocates for retention dams instead of big dams. They also argue for cutting nonessential national expenditures and highlight the success of a retention dam in protecting farmers at a lower cost. The writer does not want Tuttle Creek Dam to become a dry dam due to concerns about destruction and lack of soil and water protection."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams")
![["The document is a letter and brochure promoting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program, urging citizens to sign a petition appealing to Congress and the President for more funding for agricultural flood control. The program aims to prevent soil erosion and flooding through land treatment and building small detention reservoirs. The document highlights the importance of immediate action to protect the soil and prevent further damage caused by flooding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program")
![["The author opposes the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other dams in Kansas, arguing that a Complete Watershed Program with retention dams would be more effective in protecting fertile land and preventing soil depletion. They believe that the national budget should be cut and non-essential expenditures on large dams should be eliminated. The author also expresses concern about the increasing population and the power of the corps of engineers, advocating for a more sustainable approach to water management."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal")
