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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Letter Regarding Per Capita Payment Distribution to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Enrollees
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Immediate Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry in Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information on Land Purchase from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Race discrimination, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payment for Jesse Cornelius McGee, 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Tax Exemption for Choctaws and Chickasaws' Settlement Proceeds
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Public Laws Related to Indian Affairs in Oklahoma in 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_9_46_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Legislation for the Five Civilized Tribes: Statement by Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The letter is from the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior to Honorable Carl Albert, discussing the purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw tribal coal and asphalt lands. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has been requested to provide updates on payments to these tribes, with the first report enclosed for information."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands")
![["The letter to the editor discusses the sale of coal and asphalt deposits from the Choctaw-Chickasaw people to the U.S. Government. It highlights concerns about the lack of transparency and misrepresentation of the sale to tribal members, as well as the withholding of funds by the Indian Bureau. The letter expresses worry about the potential negative impact of the sale on future generations of the Choctaw and Chickasaw 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_6_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government")
![["The Acting Secretary of the Interior is informing Honorable Carl Albert that each enrollee of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations will receive a per capita payment of $350 from funds accrued and received from the sale of mineral deposits. The distribution process will be facilitated by the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency, with payments to living enrollees to be made first followed by applications for inherited shares. Special forms for identification purposes are being mailed to enrollees for processing of claims."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Letter Regarding Per Capita Payment Distribution to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Enrollees")
![["The letter is requesting the Department of Interior to pay out funds to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations on a per capita basis, as well as funds from the sale of coal and asphalt deposits, to living enrolled members. The letter emphasizes the economic need of the members and urges the Secretary to take immediate action to distribute the 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_6_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Immediate Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["The letter is a response to Honorable Carl Albert regarding a request to purchase certain lands in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Land Management states that no procedure has been established yet for the disposal of the lands, as deeds are still being prepared. The complexity of the situation may require legislation before the lands can be properly administered. The letter also mentions that the request has been forwarded to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for further processing."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry in Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith")
![["The letter is requesting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the purchase of three blocks of land in Haileyville, Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith. The letter mentions the segregation of coal and asphalt land purchased from the Choctaw Nation and requests guidance on the proper procedure for the resale of the property."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information on Land Purchase from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The text is a series of correspondence between Honorable Carl Albert and Jesse Cornelius McGee regarding his per capita payment as the heir of his deceased father, Cornelius McGee. The letters mention that a proof of heirship has been received and a determination will be made soon, but it may take a year or more before all deceased claims are paid. Albert requests information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee regarding the payment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payment for Jesse Cornelius McGee, 1949")
![["The text discusses a ruling by the United States Treasury Department that the money received by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations is not taxable. This ruling was based on a settlement for the purchase of lands and mineral deposits reserved from allotment, and no taxable gain was derived from the receipt of the appropriated funds. Congressman Albert was advised of this ruling and it was recommended that this information be shared with the public."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_83_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_83_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Tax Exemption for Choctaws and Chickasaws' Settlement Proceeds")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding requests for copies of public laws relating to Indian affairs in Oklahoma. Congressman Albert is asked to check the files to see if extra copies are available, and some laws are missing or only have one copy. The letters discuss the efforts to obtain copies of the requested laws and provide updates on the progress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Public Laws Related to Indian Affairs in Oklahoma in 1949")
![["The Osage Tribal Council passed Resolution No. 18-30 opposing the placement of the Osage Agency under the jurisdiction of the Muskogee or Anadarko Area Offices and recommended that it be designated as an independent area office. They cited the unique laws and regulations governing the Osage Tribe's affairs, as well as the importance of direct communication with the Bureau of Indian Affairs for their mineral resources. The resolution was sent to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, the Secretary of the Interior, and members of the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation for consideration."]](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_9_46_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Osage%20Indians,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_46_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Legislation for the Five Civilized Tribes: Statement by Carl Albert")