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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Uncovering the Truth: Investigating Choctaw Tribal Finances
- Date:
- 1971-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
- Date:
- 1971-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Secretary Morton Regarding Choctaw Election Dispute
- Date:
- 1971-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Amelia A. Coleman's Application to the Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians
- Date:
- 1971-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of the Choctaw Tribe: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Sac and Fox Nation, Sauk Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Creek Nation, Chilocco Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Chippewa Nation, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Prejudice and Power Struggles: The Choctaw Tribe's Fight for Democracy
- Date:
- 1971-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Nation Election
- Date:
- 1971-06-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Cherokee Nation, Ponca Nation, Creek Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Tribal Leaders Unite Against Federal Government
- Date:
- 1971-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-06-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election
- Date:
- 1971-06-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document includes proposed budgets for the Chickasaw Tribal Budget for Fiscal Years 1972 and 1973, as well as concerns about the use of tribal money, specifically regarding expenses for newsletters, dictionaries, and annuities. There are also concerns raised about the decreasing amount of tribal land and questions about how to stop the loss of land."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Uncovering the Truth: Investigating Choctaw Tribal Finances")
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation is seeking help from the Speaker of the House of Representatives regarding a controversy at the Fort Sill Indian school. He mentions a resolution and affidavits that have been submitted, and expresses hope for action to be taken soon. The Chief asks for assistance on behalf of the Indian people who are seeking equity in 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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Speaker of the United States House of Representatives")
![["The document is a response to Mr. Jimmy Sam's letter regarding the drafting of rules and regulations for the upcoming Choctaw tribal election. The writer, Chief Harry J.W. Belvin, accuses Mr. Sam of trying to dictate the election procedures and expresses contempt for his actions. Chief Belvin also questions Mr. Sam's credentials as an Indian and warns him of a potential political battle. The document is signed by Chief Belvin and copies are sent to various people and organizations."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Secretary Morton Regarding Choctaw Election Dispute")
![["The document is a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. Bentley Beams regarding a reply received from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in relation to Miss Amelia A. Coleman's application for a Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians at the University of New Mexico. The Bureau stated that Miss Coleman, who is one-eighth degree Choctaw, did not meet the blood quantum requirement for eligibility. They suggested alternative financial aid opportunities and programs she could apply for. Additionally, a letter from the University of New Mexico School of Law to Miss Coleman informed her that she was not accepted for the summer session of the program, but may receive financial assistance if accepted at another law school. Miss Coleman's educational and career background is also provided in The document."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Amelia A. Coleman's Application to the Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians")
![["The document provides information on various events and services for the Native American community in Oklahoma and surrounding areas. It includes details on radio shows, classes, businesses, meetings, pow wows, scholarships, and more. The document also lists contact information for individuals and organizations offering assistance and opportunities for Native Americans."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of the Choctaw Tribe: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Jimmy Sams, Randy Jacobs, and P. L. Roebuck met with John McCormack to protest restrictions on Choctaw Chief candidates imposed by Chief Jimmy Belvin. They believe the age limit of 35 is meant to prevent younger candidates from running and feel Chief Belvin is acting dictatorial. They sought help from the Department to set the age limit at 30, but were unsuccessful."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Prejudice and Power Struggles: The Choctaw Tribe's Fight for Democracy")
![["The document provides information about various events, meetings, and gatherings related to the Choctaw tribe and other indigenous communities in Oklahoma and surrounding states. It includes details about singing conventions, pow wows, softball tournaments, and other cultural activities taking place in different locations throughout the summer. The document also mentions individuals and organizations involved in organizing these events."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Nation Election")
![["Mrs. V. Krebs wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing her concerns about Indian welfare, Social Security, and the lack of assistance for Choctaw Indians. She is frustrated with the government's lack of action and support for Native Americans, as they struggle to make ends meet and afford basic necessities. She urges for more assistance and help for the Choctaw tribe."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Tribal Leaders Unite Against Federal Government")
![["The document addresses concerns about the upcoming election of a Choctaw Chief, highlighting issues with the current Chief's behavior and actions. The writer, Harriet Wright Neill, expresses dissatisfaction with the Chief's conduct, including intimidation tactics and lack of transparency. Neill also mentions her husband's candidacy for Chief and the importance of giving Choctaw people a choice in their leadership. The document is also addressed to Congressman Carl Albert, urging him to be aware of the situation and potential impact on his office."]](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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election in 1971")
![["The Speaker is sending Mr. John D. Brown a copy of the reply from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding the Choctaw election. The Speaker hopes this information will be helpful to Mr. Brown and offers further 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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election")