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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0002
- 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 Chilocco Indian School, 1969
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Chilocco School and Bureau of Indian Affairs Operated Boarding Schools in 1969
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Formation, Purpose, and Advocacy of the Council of American Indians: Addressing the Controversial Report on Chilocco School
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Potential Privatization of the Chilocco Indian School Operations
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School and Potential Bureau of Indian Affairs Contract with a Private Organization, 1969
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Top Officials at Oklahoma Indian School Replaced Amidst Investigation into Student Treatment
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Civil Rights Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian Boarding School
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Chilocco Indian School Students Accuse BIA of Slander and Neglect
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 82nd (1951-1953), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Chilocco Indian School Controversy: Brutality, Neglect, and Mismanagement Allegations
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 82nd (1951-1953), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Handcuffing as Disciplinary Method in Chilocco Indian School: A Controversial Debate
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 81st (1949-1951), 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document includes a series of letters and resolutions regarding the Chilocco Indian School, specifically addressing concerns about the treatment of Superintendent Wall and Principal Winston following a critical report. The Inter-Tribal Council expresses support for the two individuals and questions the fairness of the situation. Congressman Page Belcher assures the council of his efforts to address the matter and keep them informed."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Investigation of Chilocco Indian School, 1969")
![["The document includes correspondence between Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, and various officials regarding the Bureau of Indian Affairs operated Boarding Schools, specifically Chilocco School. Belcher received a telegram from Kenneth Moore of the Chilocco Alumni Faculty, expressing concerns and requesting information. Belcher contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs and received a response indicating that plans for contracting the operation of Chilocco had been cancelled. The document also includes a resolution from the Chilocco Alumni and Faculty Association requesting changes to the criteria for enrollment in 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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Chilocco School and Bureau of Indian Affairs Operated Boarding Schools in 1969")
![["The Council of American Indians of Tulsa, Oklahoma was formed to promote the welfare and image of Indian people. They are concerned about derogatory statements in a recent report on the Chilocco School made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and believe the report was handled inappropriately and may have negatively impacted the public image of American Indians. They support the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in addressing the issues at the Chilocco School."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Formation, Purpose, and Advocacy of the Council of American Indians: Addressing the Controversial Report on Chilocco School")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs was instructed to halt negotiations with private contractors for the operation of the Chilocco Indian School. The decision to contract with a private organization will be carefully considered if pursued in the future. There have been no formal negotiations with a contractor, only exploration of the feasibility of a pilot project. The Bureau was interested in how a private contractor could operate the school with more flexibility."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Potential Privatization of the Chilocco Indian School Operations")
![["Congressman Page Belcher is concerned about the situation at Chilocco Indian School and has written to Commissioner Robert L. Bennett of the Bureau of Indian Affairs requesting a report on the conditions at the school and the Bureau's position on allegations made against it. Belcher also mentions the possibility of the school being taken out of the Bureau's control. The Council of American Indians in Tulsa, Oklahoma has expressed support for the Commissioner's actions regarding the school."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School and Potential Bureau of Indian Affairs Contract with a Private Organization, 1969")
![["Assistant Secretary of the Interior Harrison Loesch has ordered the immediate replacement of the Superintendent and Principal of the Chilocco, Oklahoma, Indian school due to allegations of mistreatment of students. A BIA education team found that students had been handcuffed for long periods and subjected to physical punishment. The FBI has been requested to investigate possible criminal violations. Mr. Loesch is also planning to visit the school personally. The Superintendent and Principal have been reassigned temporarily while the investigation is ongoing."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Top Officials at Oklahoma Indian School Replaced Amidst Investigation into Student Treatment")
![["The civil rights division of the justice department is investigating charges of mistreatment of students at the Chilocco Indian boarding school. The school's superintendent, Dr. Leon Wall, is being accused of physical abuse and negligence, but some believe he is being unfairly targeted. The school is facing criticism for inadequate funding and staffing, as well as a lack of control over discipline and alcohol use among students. Law enforcement officers have defended the school's personnel in discipline matters. The investigation is ongoing to determine if there have been violations of federal civil rights laws."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Civil Rights Investigation into Alleged Abuse at Chilocco Indian Boarding School")
![["Student leaders at Chilocco Indian School accuse the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs of slandering the school in an effort to eliminate it from BIA jurisdiction. They organize a letter-writing campaign and speak out against the bureau's proposed move to hand the school over to a private contractor. Students defend the school and refute allegations of mistreatment, urging their classmates to take action to save Chilocco."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Chilocco Indian School Students Accuse BIA of Slander and Neglect")
![["Chilocco Indian School, opened 85 years ago, has faced criticism for its treatment of students including physical and mental abuse. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has investigated the allegations of brutality and has removed staff members following the report. The school has grown significantly over the years and is now home to over 1,000 high school students from various tribes. The use of handcuffs to restrain unruly students has been a controversial issue at the school. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is working to address the criticisms and improve the operations of the school."]](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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Chilocco Indian School Controversy: Brutality, Neglect, and Mismanagement Allegations")
![["The article discusses allegations of abuse and misconduct at Chilocco Indian School, including reports of students being beaten, handcuffed, and given alcohol. The superintendent of the school, Dr. Leon Wall, denies the allegations and calls them untrue. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted an investigation into the claims, which were made public by U.S. Senator Lee Metcalf. Wall defends the use of handcuffing as a disciplinary measure for intoxicated students. The report also mentions concerns about the timing of the release of the report."]](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_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Handcuffing as Disciplinary Method in Chilocco Indian School: A Controversial Debate")