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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_003_2_33_5_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Allocation Concerns: Indian Community Development Block Grant Program
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Potawatomi Nation, Shawnee Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 85th (1957-1959), 87th (1961-1963), 89th (1965-1967), 90th (1967-1969), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 88th (1963-1965), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Concerns and Political Activities in Oklahoma, 1953
- Date:
- 1953-02-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Euchee Tribe's Claim Status in 1953
- Date:
- 1953-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Communication and Legislation Efforts of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma in 1953
- Date:
- 1953-07-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Petition to Retain Honorable W. O. Roberts as Area Director for the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1953-12-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of the Creek Tribal Council Regarding Muskogee Area Director
- Date:
- 1953-12-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Historical Resolution of Pawnee Business and Nasharo Councils Addressing Land Cessions, Drought, and Poverty
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957)
![["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")
![["The document is discussing the Indian Community Development Block Grant Program and addressing concerns raised by various tribes regarding funding allocations and administration. The Assistant Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development is responding to specific points raised by the Creek and Potawatomi Tribes, emphasizing the competitive nature of the program and the consultation process with eligible Indian applicants. The document also mentions the consideration of establishing an Indian desk in Region VI and the updating of BIA population figures for the funding formula. Overall, the letter highlights the Department's efforts to work with tribes and address their concerns in the administration of the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Allocation Concerns: Indian Community Development Block Grant Program")
![["A letter from George Gibbs to C.A. Wheeler, Jr. expressing concern about issues facing his tribe and suggesting solutions. Gibbs also discusses his efforts to get Native Americans involved in the Republican campaign and requests support for a candidate for Indian Affairs Commissioner. Wheeler acknowledges Gibbs' letter and offers to discuss Young Republican activities with him in the future."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Concerns and Political Activities in Oklahoma, 1953")
![["Mrs. Marguerite Maben from Tulsa, Oklahoma is inquiring about the status of a claim by the Euchee Tribe. She is seeking information on any awards made by the Indian Claims Commission and the current status of the case. She mentions the previous attorney for the tribe, Judge Maben, who passed away, and the appointment of a new attorney. Congressman Page Belcher is assisting her in obtaining information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The document exchanges detail the efforts to obtain information on the Euchee Tribe's claim."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Euchee Tribe's Claim Status in 1953")
![["The document consists of letters and memorandums from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Muskogee Area Office in Oklahoma to Hon. Page Belcher, a House of Representatives member. The documents discuss the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma endorsing or opposing various bills introduced in the 83rd Congress related to Indian affairs. The documents provide information on the council's recommendations and actions on specific legislative measures. Additionally, there is a memorandum urging tribal leaders to review and study a proposed bill (H. R. 1084) for discussion at their next council meeting. The bills discussed cover topics such as Indian land leasing, claims commission time extensions, and amendment of the Social Security Act to disregard the value of land held in trust for Indians in determining need."]](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_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Communication and Legislation Efforts of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma in 1953")
![["The Creek Tribal Council in Muskogee, Oklahoma is petitioning Congress and the Bureau of Indian Affairs to retain W. O. Roberts as the Area Director for the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma. They praise Roberts for his leadership, efficiency, and dedication to the well-being of the Creek people. The council endorses Roberts for continued service in his position."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Indian+Affairs+-+Muskogee+Area+Office,+1953/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Petition to Retain Honorable W. O. Roberts as Area Director for the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma")
![["The letter is a thank you note from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Mr. J. J. Mingo, Secretary of the Creek Tribal Council, for sending a resolution regarding the recommendation for the Muskogee Area Director."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Indian+Affairs+-+Muskogee+Area+Office,+1953/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_85_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of the Creek Tribal Council Regarding Muskogee Area Director")
![["The Pawnee Business Council and Nasharo Council passed a resolution outlining the historical injustices and hardships faced by the Pawnee Tribe, including loss of land, destruction of resources, lack of government support, and mistreatment in education. They express a desire for relief from poverty caused by natural disasters and call for special consideration and support from the government. They also emphasize their loyalty to the U.S. government and their willingness to work towards meeting expectations in the future."]](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_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Historical Resolution of Pawnee Business and Nasharo Councils Addressing Land Cessions, Drought, and Poverty")