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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Defending American Indian Schools: A Personal Perspective
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Chilocco School Investigation Report Deemed Preliminary, Allegations of Misconduct Emerge
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Abuse and Neglect Uncovered in Government-Run Indian Boarding School
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Bellmon, Henry
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Alleged Irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in 1955
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Document Collection: Historical Broadcast Reprint and Printing Services Advertisement
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 81st (1949-1951), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_18_21_0000_2032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Carl Albert seated and talking with an unidentified man at his desk.
- Date:
- 1950/1976
- Creator:
- O'Neill, Dev
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 81st (1949-1951), 89th (1965-1967), 82nd (1951-1953), 86th (1959-1961), 93rd (1973-1975), 84th (1955-1957), 90th (1967-1969), 85th (1957-1959), 92nd (1971-1973), 88th (1963-1965), 87th (1961-1963), 94th (1975-1977), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Boxing Program at Chilocco Indian School
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Status at Pawnee Indian School in 1953
- Date:
- 1953-03-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Government Operations and Politics, Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Federal Aid for Red Rock School's Education of Indian Children
- Date:
- 1953-04-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957)
![["The writer defends Indian schools from recent criticisms, sharing their positive experiences at Pawnee Indian School and Riverside Indian School. They highlight the opportunities for cultural expression, leadership development, and the development of good habits and self-sufficiency at these schools. The writer credits their education and confidence in pursuing college to their experiences at these Indian boarding schools."]](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_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Defending American Indian Schools: A Personal Perspective")
![["The preliminary report on the Chilocco Indian School recommended the removal of the school superintendent and further investigation into allegations of criminal malpractice. The report, printed in the Congressional Record, detailed numerous charges against the school, including physical abuse of students. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is conducting a continuing investigation and plans to take appropriate action to improve conditions at the school. Senator Henry Bellmon expressed confidence that steps will be taken to modernize Indian education programs and support young people in receiving the necessary training to become productive citizens."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Chilocco School Investigation Report Deemed Preliminary, Allegations of Misconduct Emerge")
![["The document discusses a report by investigators from the Bureau of Indian Affairs that found evidence of severe punishment and abuse at the Chilocco Indian Boarding School in Oklahoma. Students were handcuffed, jailed, and physically abused, with some bearing visible marks of their confinement. The report recommends the dismissal of the school's superintendent and highlights a culture of low expectations for the students, lack of student activities, and a disregard for student well-being. The findings have sparked controversy and calls for more control of Indian schools by Indian officials and parents."]](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_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Abuse and Neglect Uncovered in Government-Run Indian Boarding School")
![["Mr. Gene M. Gardner, an attorney, raised concerns about irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in a letter to Honorable Page Belcher. The allegations included possible fraud, embezzlement, and misappropriation of government property. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted an investigation and found no evidence of criminal intent. Belcher and Gardner continued to correspond about the matter, with the Bureau of Indian Affairs assuring that they would take administrative action as needed."]](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_26A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Alleged Irregularities at the Fort Sill Indian School in 1955")
![["The document discusses the idea of sharing military secrets and resources with other countries, particularly mentioning the case of British scientists who have betrayed secrets to the Soviet Union. It questions the wisdom of sharing such sensitive information with unreliable allies and suggests that the United States should focus on its own defense capabilities instead of spending billions on unnecessary projects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0000-B-%20General,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Document Collection: Historical Broadcast Reprint and Printing Services Advertisement")
![["Black and white photograph print of Carl Albert seated and talking with an unidentified man at his desk."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Photographs,%201910-1998%20-%20CAC_CC_001_18_1_0000_0000/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_18_21_0000_2032_thumbnail.jpg "Carl Albert seated and talking with an unidentified man at his desk.")
![["The document discusses a letter sent by Page Belcher, M.C. to the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the permission for a boxing team at Chillocco Indian School. The Bureau responds by explaining their policy against boxing in schools due to the hazards it poses to students' health. The document also includes a resolution by the Joint Committee on Health Problems in Education recommending against interscholastic boxing contests due to the risks involved."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Boxing Program at Chilocco Indian School")
![["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")
![["Mrs. Stacy Howell, a Dormitory Attendant at Pawnee Indian School, wrote to Hon. Page Belcher seeking help in obtaining a permanent appointment. Belcher contacted the Department of Interior, who confirmed that Mrs. Howell is under an indefinite appointment and there is no immediate proposal for her separation. Her husband had previously resigned from a position at the school due to not meeting qualification standards but had since been appointed elsewhere. The Department of Interior requested further information from the Anadarko Area Office and promised to provide an update to Belcher. Belcher assured Mrs. Howell that he would look into the matter and provide her with any information as soon as possible."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Status at Pawnee Indian School in 1953")
![["The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Page Belcher, M. C. discusses the financial assistance provided to public school districts enrolling Indian children in Oklahoma. The Red Rock School does not qualify for assistance under the Johnson-O*Malley funds due to raising more than $37 per capita in local initiative. The Bureau of Indian Affairs will investigate further and provide more information once they hear back from the State Department of Public Instruction."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Federal Aid for Red Rock School's Education of Indian Children")
