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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Murrow Indian Orphans Home Land Dispute
- Date:
- 1962-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 87th (1961-1963)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding the Legal Representation and Affairs of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1962-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 87th (1961-1963)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Indian's Basic Problem
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Indian Tribe, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965), 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975), 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_15_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Exploring the Complexity of Oklahoma Indian Land Laws: A Treatise by C.H. McArthur
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Appointment Request and Personal Background of Overton James for Governor of the Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Recommendation of Overton James for Governor of the Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Over Disputed Homestead Land in Chickasha, Oklahoma, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Centennial Committee of the Perryville Rattle Ground - A Comprehensive List of Members and Delegates from Various Native American Tribes
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation Letter for Governor Appointment of the Chickasaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1963-02-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- 1963 U.S. Senate Correspondence Regarding Lease No. 55170
- Date:
- 1963-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The document is a series of correspondences between Mrs. Mary L. Williams and Hon. Page Belcher regarding land set aside for the Murrow Indian Orphans Home. Mrs. Williams raises concerns about the land not being used for its intended purpose and suggests that it should go back to the tribe for proper administration. Hon. Belcher promises to investigate the issue and provide further information. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is also involved in the matter, suggesting that Mrs. Williams discuss her proposal with Bacone College officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/88th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_7_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201963-1964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Murrow Indian Orphans Home Land Dispute")
![["The author, a legal representative for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes of Indians, is expressing concern to Honorable Carl Albert about the lack of support and financial compensation for his work on behalf of the Tribes. He details a specific case involving land disputes and highlights the financial strain he faces in financing litigation for the Tribes. The author is considering giving up his job if the situation does not improve."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0010.pdf "Letter Regarding the Legal Representation and Affairs of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["The document contains biographical information on Marion Frank Keel, the first American Indian to participate in the State Department's Foreign Affairs Scholars program. Keel, from Lawton, Oklahoma, was born in 1946 and graduated from Lawton High School. He has attended Cameron State and Southwestern State College, and will be a senior in modern languages this year at Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts, Chickasha. The Lawton youth said he has learned much during his summer in Washington, and may enter the foreign service after he completes college."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The Indian's Basic Problem")
![["The text discusses various Acts of Congress and agreements related to Indian Land Laws, particularly focusing on lands allotted to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. It mentions the Atoka Agreement, the Curtis Act, the Supplemental Choctaw and Chickasaw Agreement, and other Acts that impact the taxation and alienation of allotted lands. The text also highlights specific court cases and decisions that have interpreted these laws, providing insight into the complexities of Indian land ownership and taxation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_15_0000-Interior,%20Indians,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_15_0001.pdf "Exploring the Complexity of Oklahoma Indian Land Laws: A Treatise by C.H. McArthur")
![["Overton James is seeking to be appointed as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation following the death of Floyd Maytubby. He has a background in education, military service, and business, and holds elected positions within the Chickasaw tribe. He has written to Senator Monroney seeking support for his appointment and expresses confidence that he would be chosen by the Chickasaw people if an election were possible. Senator Monroney responds, thanking James for his interest and indicating that he will keep his candidacy in mind."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0009.pdf "Appointment Request and Personal Background of Overton James for Governor of the Chickasaw Nation")
![["The text consists of three letters recommending Overton James for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. The first letter is from Harold Gibson to Senator Mike Monroney, the second is from Harold Gibson to Gibson, and the third is from W.J. Tribbey to Harold Gibson. The letters highlight James' qualifications and experience, as well as the recommendation of him by W.J. Tribbey, who speaks highly of his character. Gibson and Tribbey both request that Senator Monroney consider James for the position."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0017.pdf "Correspondence Regarding the Recommendation of Overton James for Governor of the Chickasaw Nation")
![["LeRoy Hampton's letter alleging that his homestead land awarded as a citizen of the Choctaw Nation has been seized and held illegally was addressed by the Department of the Interior. They informed him that the restrictions on his land were removed in 1920, terminating their jurisdiction over his land. The Bureau of Indian Affairs also provided information on the removal of restrictions for individuals with a certain degree of Indian blood, including Hampton. They clarified that his land was no longer under their jurisdiction and provided historical context on the removal of restrictions. The Department also returned the original copy of Hampton's Homestead Patent for safekeeping."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0035.pdf "Correspondence Over Disputed Homestead Land in Chickasha, Oklahoma, 1963")
![["The text lists the members of the Perryville Rattle Ground Centennial Committee in the Choctaw Nation in 1863, including individuals from various Native American tribes such as Choctaw, Creek, Cherokee, Seminole, and Chickasaw. The committee includes chiefs, governors, lawyers, and other prominent figures from different Tribes. The committee is involved in organizing events for the centennial celebration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0001.pdf "Centennial Committee of the Perryville Rattle Ground - A Comprehensive List of Members and Delegates from Various Native American Tribes")
![["Tom Steed, a member of Congress, is recommending Paul McKinney for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Tribe of Indians to replace the late Floyd Maytubby. Steed highlights McKinney's qualifications, including his background as an attorney, his tribal heritage, and his involvement in youth and civic organizations. He asks Secretary of the Interior Stewart L. Udall to consider McKinney for the appointment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0004.pdf "Recommendation Letter for Governor Appointment of the Chickasaw Tribe")
![["The text discusses Lease No. 55170 between W.N. Berthurum and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, regarding property of the heirs of Sallie McCoy, deceased Choctaw No. 2001. The matter was turned over to the Department of Justice in March 1963, and a final decision is expected soon. The Senate Committee on Appropriations and Indian Agency are also involved in the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20A-B,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0010.pdf "1963 U.S. Senate Correspondence Regarding Lease No. 55170")