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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Referendum on Dead Claim Payments
- Date:
- 1952-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Perpetuating the History of the Choctaw Indians: A Vision for the Morris Foundation
- Date:
- 1952-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Albert Advocates for Choctaw Nation's Voice in Chief Selection
- Date:
- 1952-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribal Members to Decide on Principal Chief Office: A Ballot for Preferences
- Date:
- 1952-07-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Retirement
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Election Sample Ballot
- Date:
- 1952-08-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0051
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding the Appointment of the Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1952-09-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter from Principal Chief Harry J.W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs
- Date:
- 1952-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter Confirming Choctaw Council's Vote to Retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief
- Date:
- 1952-10-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief Belvin's Letter to Congressman Albert Regarding the Choctaw-Chickasaw Meeting and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1952-10-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Chief
- Date:
- 1952-10-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["Mrs. Myrtle Creason, President of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation, sent a letter to Honorable Carl Albert requesting the return of petitions asking for a referendum on returning dead claim payments to the blood line. Albert complied and returned the petitions. Creason thanked him and expressed her willingness to provide any further assistance 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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Referendum on Dead Claim Payments")
![["The document is from Lon Folsom Morris, president of Morris Development Company, Inc., to Carl Albert, M.C., regarding the history and development of the Choctaw Indians. Morris discusses the Morris Foundation, which aims to preserve the history of the Choctaw Indians through various means such as publishing a history book and producing a motion picture. Morris also seeks information on royalties related to coal properties and names of Choctaw attorneys. Additionally, Morris mentions his family's history in Atoka County and his efforts to preserve Choctaw history and culture."]](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_13_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Perpetuating the History of the Choctaw Indians: A Vision for the Morris Foundation")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from Mrs. Minnie Brewer and others regarding the election of a Choctaw Chief. Congressman Albert has already taken up the matter with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. If any further assistance is needed, they are willing to help."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Albert Advocates for Choctaw Nation's Voice in Chief Selection")
![["The Secretary of the Interior is seeking input from Choctaw Tribal members regarding the office of Principal Chief. Some members believe the position is unnecessary and all tribal funds should be distributed equally, while others support re-appointing the current Chief or continuing the office after the incumbent's term ends. A ballot has been provided for members to express their preferences, including the option to suggest a specific person for the role. All ballots must be returned by July 31, 1952, to be counted."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribal Members to Decide on Principal Chief Office: A Ballot for Preferences")
![["The document is a sample ballot with three questions related to the office of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Question 1 asks if voters want the office to continue, Question 2 asks how the Secretary of the Interior should appoint the Chief, and Question 3 allows voters to select an enrolled Choctaw citizen for the position. The document also includes an example of a voter selecting their husband for the position."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0044_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Election Sample Ballot")
![["The letter is confirming a previous telephone conversation regarding the appointment of the Choctaw Chief, stating that the appointment has not yet been approved by the Department of the Interior and there is no timeline for a decision. The Acting Commissioner apologizes for not being able to provide more assistance."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0051_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding the Appointment of the Choctaw Chief")
![["The letter discusses the importance of education and spiritual culture in saving a people. It also mentions addressing issues related to tribal funds and appointments. The writer urges action and suggests taking a more aggressive approach in dealing with the situation."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter from Principal Chief Harry J.W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs")
![["The document is a letter informing Mr. Oscar L. Chapman, Honorable Carl Albert, and Honorable Hobert S. Kerr that the Choctaw Council in Boswell voted 100 percent to retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief of the Choctaws and do not favor any changes at the present time. The letter is signed by Bercy Bob, Choctaw Roll Bob No. 10."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0053_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter Confirming Choctaw Council's Vote to Retain Harry J.W. Belvin as Chief")
![["The letter is discussing inviting Congressmen to a Choctaw-Chickasaw meeting in McAlester to discuss Indian affairs, including the withdrawal program. The author believes that a meeting of this sort could have a positive impact on Indian affairs and is looking forward to Congressman Albert attending."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief Belvin's Letter to Congressman Albert Regarding the Choctaw-Chickasaw Meeting and Indian Affairs")
![["In the letter dated October 22, 1952, Carl Albert, a Congressman from Oklahoma, thanks Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin for his letters and agrees with a suggestion made by Mr. Semple. Albert advises caution in launching a wholesale attack on the Area Office and suggests waiting until all necessary information is gathered. He also expresses willingness to intervene on behalf of Susan C. Whittle with the Muskogee Office. Albert is hopeful that other Congressmen, particularly Ed Edmondson, will be present at the upcoming meeting."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0036_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Nation Chief")