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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Reforestation and Recreation: Cherokee Nation Government Meeting
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Starr, Hickory Jr., 1940-2023
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Cherokee Indians
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965), 85th (1957-1959), 82nd (1951-1953), 94th (1975-1977), 86th (1959-1961), 91st (1969-1971), 81st (1949-1951), 93rd (1973-1975), 80th (1947-1949), 87th (1961-1963), 90th (1967-1969), 95th (1977-1979), 84th (1955-1957), 79th (1945-1947), 83rd (1953-1955), 92nd (1971-1973), 89th (1965-1967)
- 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_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_001_4_18_74_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Restoration of Funds for Stenographic Assistance in Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1953-01-09
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Appeal for Budget Restoration: A Letter to Senator Robert S. Kerr
- Date:
- 1953-01-13
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs
- Date:
- 1953-01-16
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Chief Harry Belvin Regarding Pending Matters
- Date:
- 1953-01-16
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Education and Spiritual Culture: The Key to Empowering People
- Date:
- 1953-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support
- Date:
- 1953-01-23
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration
- Date:
- 1953-01-26
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
![["The document discusses a meeting between representatives from the Cherokee Nation, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and USDA to discuss the development of a reforestation and recreation program. The group agreed that professional forestry services should be obtained before undertaking the program. The document also mentions the funeral service of Dr. Orange W. Starr, a prominent physician and Cherokee Indian. Additionally, it offers a book on the Constitution and Laws of the Cherokee Nation for sale."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Reforestation and Recreation: Cherokee Nation Government Meeting")
![["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 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")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Carl Albert to Choctaw Chief Harry J. W. Belvin, expressing willingness to assist in restoring funds for stenographic help for the Chief's duties. Congressman Albert mentions contacting Senator Kerr's office for information on the matter and suggests a follow-up call on the 13th."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Restoration of Funds for Stenographic Assistance in Choctaw Nation")
![["Harry J. W. Belvin is writing to Senator Robert S. Kerr requesting the restoration of funds for clerical hire in the Choctaw Tribe's budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1953. Belvin explains that the funds come from Choctaw Tribal funds, not government funds, and emphasizes the need for stenographic help to manage the pile of letters and documents related to Choctaw Tribal business. Belvin asks Senator Kerr to insist that the Indian Office restore the funds and thanks him in advance for his 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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Appeal for Budget Restoration: A Letter to Senator Robert S. Kerr")
![["The letter is addressed to Mr. Harry J. W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, from CART ALBERT, M. C. Third District, Oklahoma. The letter discusses a matter that is being taken up with Rex Lee, with the hope of getting a response soon. The sender emphasizes the importance of resolving the issue before a new administration takes over."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Harry J.W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. Albert is discussing a matter with Rex Lee and assures Belvin that he will inform him of any updates. Albert emphasizes the importance of reaching a decision before a new administration takes over."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Chief Harry Belvin Regarding Pending Matters")
![["The document expresses gratitude to Congressman Carl Albert for his prompt response regarding the restoration of funds to the Choctaw Tribal Budget for stenographic help. The document also highlights various issues and abuses faced by the Choctaw Nation from the Indian Office, and requests for an investigation into these matters. The Principal Chief asks for assistance from Congressman Albert and Senator Kerr to address Carl Albert these issues and restore the necessary funds."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Education and Spiritual Culture: The Key to Empowering People")
![["The document is a request for funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Tribe, which were cut unjustly. The writer believes the officials are trying to punish him for not convincing the Choctaw people to vote to discontinue the Chief's office. He plans to come to Washington to enlist aid in getting the funds restored."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support")
![["The letter is a request from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert for assistance in restoring funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Nation. Belvin asks for help in obtaining information from the Indian Office and insists that the funds be restored promptly. Belvin expresses his commitment to addressing any double-dealing tactics and emphasizes the importance of educational and spiritual culture for the people."]](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_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration")
