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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Progress for Native Americans: A Letter of Thanks
- Date:
- 1949-05-31
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Important Information Regarding Indian Payments and Heirship Notices
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Payment Claims
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Grateful Response: Choc-Chic Payment Update
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Letter of Thanks: The Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Important Information for Enrolled Members: Update Your Address Now!
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-06-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Claims
- Date:
- 1949-06-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Daniel Coody, a member of the Cherokee Tribe and Vice Chairman of the Cherokee Executive Committee, is writing to Congressman Carl Albert to request his support for a proposed bill that would benefit the Five Tribes people of Eastern Oklahoma. Coody believes that a bill introduced by Congressman Stigler does not provide any advantages for the Indian people in terms of services. He asks Congressman Albert to consider introducing a bill on their behalf and looks forward to hearing from him before their next committee meeting on December 3, 1949."]](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_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Progress for Native Americans: A Letter of Thanks")
![["The document is a response to a previous letter from Mrs. W. R. Ingram providing names and addresses of family members on Indian rolls for payment of coal lands. The payment will be sent out by the Five Civilized Tribes Agency in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Proof of heirship notices will be sent out later in the summer for completion. The document also includes a list of names and addresses of Mrs. Ingram's children and relatives to be added to the rolls."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Important Information Regarding Indian Payments and Heirship Notices")
![["The document discusses the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands to the government. It mentions that payments will be made to living enrolled members first, with proof of heirship notices to be sent out for deceased members. The document assures the recipient that payment is being processed and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Payment Claims")
![["The document is a response to a previous letter received from M. W. Priddy, Sr., updating on the weather conditions in Oklahoma and discussing the delay in coal and asphalt payments. The writer also mentions the Jackson Day Dinner and expresses hope that Congress will adjourn in July so that they can return home. The writer expresses concern about the excessive rain affecting crops in Oklahoma and mentions that payments may not be received until September. The writer sends their regards to Mary and Alma and signs off with best wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments")
![["The document from Mrs. Becker to Carl Albert inquires about the appropriations for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands. Carl Albert responds that the bill was signed into law and payments will be made to living enrolled members of the tribes. He gives information on the process and suggests contacting the Superintendent in Muskogee, Oklahoma for more details. Albert gives permission for excerpts of his remarks to be included in the next issue of Smoke Signals and looks forward to receiving a copy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert")
![["Mrs. Pink B. Irvin received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert informing her about the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Living enrolled members will be paid first, with checks expected to be sent out in July for around $300 each. Dead claims will be distributed to heirs after living members are paid. Mrs. Irvin expresses gratitude for the information and asks for more details about the payment process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0006_thumbnail.jpg "A Grateful Response: Choc-Chic Payment Update")
![["The document from Mrs. Ruth R. Wilson to Congressman Carl Albert expresses gratitude for his efforts in settling the payment to be made to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians. Congressman Albert provides information on the process of distributing payments to living enrolled members and heirs of deceased members. Mrs. Wilson offers her support to Congressman Albert and expresses willingness to help with his program in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0010_thumbnail.jpg "A Letter of Thanks: The Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians")
![["The document is notifying Mr. and Mrs. Walls that their change of address has been noted and that they need to inform the Indian Office of their new address to ensure timely payment. The checks will be mailed out by the Superintendent around the latter part of July. The document also expresses willingness to help further if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Important Information for Enrolled Members: Update Your Address Now!")
![["Mrs. Bettie B. Ward wrote a letter to Carl Albert inquiring about the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Carl Albert responded explaining that the share of a deceased member will be distributed to their heirs after proof of heirship is provided. He also mentioned that living enrolled members will be paid first and checks will be mailed out around the latter part of July. Mrs. Ward had inquired about deceased members and their claims, as her son and husband were deceased, but did not have children. Albert assured her that the Indian Office will determine the legal heirs and the amount each will receive."]](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_6_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for Coal Lands")
![["The document is a response to a query about the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for coal lands sold to the government. The writer assures that the old debt is being paid and explains the process for payment of deceased claims, stating that living enrolled members will be paid first and heirs will receive payments based on the number of legal heirs. The writer expresses a desire to help the welfare of the Indians and offers assistance if needed."]](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_6_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Claims")