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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Resolution of the Seminole County Bar Association and the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Use of Government vs. Privately Printed Forms in the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Ancestral Indian Tribe Search, 1960
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- McIntosh, W.E. (Dode), 1893-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Affairs, Indian Land Sales, and Hospital Care in the United States (March-July 1959)
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Pawnee Indian Affairs in 1959
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Potential Relocation of the Pawnee Indian Agency in 1955
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Needs of the Pawnee Indian Agency in 1955
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1958 Correspondence Regarding Blackfeet Indians and Congressman Belcher's Re-election
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congress Regarding Vocational Training and Employment Opportunities for Native Americans in 1957
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Indian Industrial Development Program: A Historical Overview and Progress Report from 1957
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Navajo Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961)
![["The document from the Seminole County Bar Association expresses concern about the discretion exercised by the Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in releasing trust funds for fees and expenses ordered by the County Court. The Department of the Interior explains that the Secretary has supervisory control over restricted property, and while they respect the actions of the probate courts in Oklahoma, they must independently examine claims to ensure fairness. Appeals can be made to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and the Secretary of the Interior. The Bar Association is assured that appeals are carefully considered."]](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_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Resolution of the Seminole County Bar Association and the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document from Mr. Crowell to Congressman Page Belcher addresses a disagreement with the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the use of printed forms for oil and gas leases on Indian lands. Mr. Crowell argues that the regulations do not specifically require the use of Government printed forms and points out that other offices have accepted forms printed by a private printer. The Bureau explains that using Government printed forms is encouraged for efficiency and cost reasons, but not mandatory. The Bureau states that Bureau personnel are required to scrutinize non-Government printed forms, which can be time-consuming. Ultimately, the Bureau emphasizes the importance of using Government printed forms when feasible for efficiency and cost-effectiveness."]](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_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Use of Government vs. Privately Printed Forms in the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Mrs. Albert Brett is trying to trace her ancestral Indian tribe number and has reached out to various government agencies for help. Despite efforts from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and National Archives, they were unable to locate the information she desired. Honorable Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, offered continued assistance but ultimately could not provide the information Mrs. Brett was seeking. The National Archives and Records Service also conducted a search but did not find any mention of the individuals Mrs. Brett was looking for in their records. The Bureau of Indian Affairs forwarded Mrs. Brett's letter to the National Archives for further investigation. Despite the efforts of these agencies, Mrs. Brett's search for her ancestral Indian tribe number remains unsuccessful."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Ancestral Indian Tribe Search, 1960")
![["The document consists of three letters regarding the support for Senate Bill 51 for the sale of Indian lands, House Con. Res. 7 to prevent the closure or reduction of Indian hospitals, and the importance of consulting with Indian tribes before closing any health facilities. The documents emphasize the need for adequate healthcare facilities for the Indian population and advocate for a non-discriminatory approach to healthcare provision."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Affairs, Indian Land Sales, and Hospital Care in the United States (March-July 1959)")
![["Don Johnson, Secretary-Manager of the Pawnee Chamber of Commerce, wrote to Congressman Page Belcher and Assistant Secretary of the Interior Roger Ernst regarding concerns about the Pawnee sub-agency and Anadarko Area office. He raised issues such as the potential dismissal of a custodian, lack of promotions for the Pawnee administrator, and understaffing causing inefficiencies in handling individual Indian money accounts. Johnson expressed gratitude for their efforts and hoped for a resolution to the issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Pawnee Indian Affairs in 1959")
![["Glenn Wood, the manager of the Pawnee Chamber of Commerce, wrote to Congressman Page Belcher expressing concern about the possible moving of the Pawnee Indian Agency to Muskogee. Belcher contacted the Department of the Interior, who stated they were unaware of any such move. They requested more specific information from Wood so they could investigate further. Wood's letter was returned to him for clarification."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Potential Relocation of the Pawnee Indian Agency in 1955")
![["The document includes a series of letters and communications regarding the need for additional clerical assistance at the Pawnee Sub-Agency, as well as concerns about foreign policy and the treatment of Indian agencies. Congressman Page Belcher is involved in addressing these issues and promises to look into the requests made by Mr. Guy Fox and others."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Needs of the Pawnee Indian Agency in 1955")
![["Mr. Eddington congratulates Congressman Belcher on his re-election and expresses concern about the treatment of Blackfeet Indians in a TV program. The document is forwarded to Congressman Belcher in Oklahoma for his attention."]](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_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1958 Correspondence Regarding Blackfeet Indians and Congressman Belcher's Re-election")
![["The document consists of three letters addressed to Miss Marie L. Hayes, Executive Secretary of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Muskogee Area Office, from different individuals regarding various matters related to vocational training and support for Native American communities. The documents express appreciation for the enactment of Public Law 959, urge for the establishment of a glass factory in Atoka County, Oklahoma, and support the passage of Senate Bill-1298 for vocational education. Congressman Page Belcher is mentioned in the letters as being involved in the discussions and actions related to these issues."]](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_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congress Regarding Vocational Training and Employment Opportunities for Native Americans in 1957")
![["The document discusses the Indian Industrial Development Program initiated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to advance the economic and social status of Indian people. The program aims to establish industries on or near Indian reservations to provide employment opportunities for unemployed Indians. The program includes on-the-job training, credit programs for tribes, and relocation programs. The document also highlights successful examples of Indian employees in industrial settings and lists upcoming plants as a result of the program."]](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_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Industrial Development Program: A Historical Overview and Progress Report from 1957")