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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act: Public Law 91-386
- Date:
- 1970-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support for Amendment to the Choctaw Termination Act
- Date:
- 1970-08-28
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0009
- 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: Correspondence and Resolutions in Support of Job Corps and Legal Services Programs, 1969
- Date:
- 1970-09-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Reappointment of Chief Harry J.W. Belvin by the Oklahoma City Council of Choctaws
- Date:
- 1970-09-09
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Women's Rights in Choctaw Leadership
- Date:
- 1970-09-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act
- Date:
- 1970-09-11
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015, Walker, Terry
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_36_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Osage Per Capita Payments: A Matter of Justice
- Date:
- 1970-09-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Ponca Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Investigation of Administration at the Concho School in 1969
- Date:
- 1970-09-16
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Certification of Shawnee Blood: A Letter to Mr. Mitchell Bushe
- Date:
- 1970-09-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Indian Rehabilitation Program and Reverend Stoneking's Inquiry
- Date:
- 1970-09-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, discussing an inter-tribal council meeting and expressing concern about an Indian boy named Jimmy Sam who has been causing trouble. The meeting involved leaders of the five civilized tribes in Oklahoma who are planning to challenge federal government mandates regarding tribal election procedures. The tribes are considering legal action and are determined to establish their own rules for elections. The meeting also addressed the issue of a 35-year minimum age requirement for chief candidates, with some tribes refusing to comply. The document highlights the tribes' determination to assert their autonomy in the face of federal interference."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act: Public Law 91-386")
![["The document is a letter from Robert J. Perry, Secretary of the Chickasaw Advisory Council, to Honorable Carl Albert, requesting support for an amendment to the 1959 Choctaw Termination Act. The proposed amendment aims to protect the interests of both the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes by making improvements such as selling Choctaw land with all oil and mineral rights and recognizing Chickasaw rights. The resolution passed by the Chickasaw Advisory Council in support of the amendment is attached to the letter. Carl Albert responds, stating that the proposed amendments have been introduced by Representatives Edmondson, Camp, and himself. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Amendment to the Choctaw Termination Act")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes expressed appreciation and support for the Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center Program in a resolution adopted on April 11, 1969. They also recognized the need for legal aid for American Indians and supported the Legal Services Program of the Office of Economic Opportunity, specifically the Adair-Delaware County, Oklahoma program. They pledged efforts to ensure legal services are available to all eligible Indians in Oklahoma and announced support for the Legal Services for the Poor Act, 1969."]](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_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: Correspondence and Resolutions in Support of Job Corps and Legal Services Programs, 1969")
![["The document from Charles E. Brown, Chairman of the Oklahoma City Council of Choctaws, expresses opposition to the appointment of Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief of the Choctaw tribe. The document highlights the desire for a fair and just election for the Choctaws to choose their own chief. Congressman Carl Albert responds by stating that Chief Belvin has already been reappointed for a term not to exceed one year, but legislation is in progress to allow the tribes to elect their principal officer. Congressman Albert expresses hope that this bill will pass, enabling the Choctaws to choose their chief through established procedures."]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Reappointment of Chief Harry J.W. Belvin by the Oklahoma City Council of Choctaws")
![["The sender of the letter is thanking the Congressman and the delegation for their work on a bill related to Choctaw leadership, and requesting that language be included to allow for the election of a woman as governor of the tribe. The sender recommends Mrs. Irone Heard for the position and expresses support for her. The Congressman responds, assuring that the rights of women members of the tribe will be protected, and acknowledges the sender's support for Mrs. Heard. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Women's Rights in Choctaw Leadership")
![["The document is a series of letters sent by Carl Albert, a congressman from Oklahoma, to various individuals and organizations informing them that Public Law 91-386 has repealed the Choctaw Termination Act. The documents state that the President approved H.R. 15866 on August 24, 1970, and express delight in being able to assist in the effort to repeal the act. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act")
![["David L. Baldwin, an Osage Indian and Superintendent of the Yankton Agency in South Dakota, has been appointed as the new Superintendent of the Osage Agency in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. He will replace John Pappan, who passed away. Baldwin has been with the Bureau of Indian Affairs since 1962, starting as an education specialist and working his way up to Superintendent. He is married with three children. His appointment will take effect on July 25."]](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_91_36_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahomans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_36_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Osage Per Capita Payments: A Matter of Justice")
![["In response to a petition from employees at the Concho School in Oklahoma, the Bureau of Indian Affairs investigated the administration of the school and found no irregularities or improprieties by the Superintendent. The committee established by the Bureau found that complaints were based on misunderstandings or lack of information, and that the Superintendent had shown dedication and ingenuity in dealing with problems at the school. Congressman Page Belcher forwarded the results of the investigation to Mr. Henry Ahtone, assuring him that further investigation could be requested if needed."]](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_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_8A_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Investigation of Administration at the Concho School in 1969")
![["Mrs. Rita Ann McAllister Megehee is reaching out to Mitchell Bushe, Tribal Enrollment Officer at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, to clarify her Native American heritage. She believes she is 1/4 Sac & Fox and 1/4 Shawnee, but her official enrollment has her listed as 1/4 Sac & Fox. She is seeking certification of her Shawnee blood for her children's education benefits. She provides information about her family history and asks for clarification on her grandmother's listing on the 1884 Shawnee Roll. She also mentions her niece attending college under Indian Education preference due to her father being half Indian."]](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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Certification of Shawnee Blood: A Letter to Mr. Mitchell Bushe")
![["The document is a response to a inquiry made by Reverend Arthur Stoneking regarding the Indian Rehabilitation Program. The response explains that the program involves utilizing Indian service organizations and ex-offenders to provide counseling and pre-release services to individuals of Indian descent in custody in Federal and State institutions. The response also provides a list of organizations involved in the program and explains the selection process. It addresses concerns about timing and issuance of contracts, stating that the Institute of Criminal Law and Procedure is responsible for the program and has the capability to revise it if necessary. The response assures cooperation and assistance to Reverend Stoneking and others involved in the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Indian Rehabilitation Program and Reverend Stoneking's Inquiry")