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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Demand for Inclusion: 18-Year-Old Choctaw Voters
- Date:
- 1971-07-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Election Legislation: A Letter to Representative Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1971-07-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Otoe Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Shawnee Nation, Caddo Nation, Ponca Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution in Support of Creating Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1971-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Quapaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election
- Date:
- 1971-07-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election and Court Decision
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- 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_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribal Chief Election Update
- Date:
- 1971-08-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Re-Election Congratulations for Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1971-08-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Housing Application for Mrs. Carrie Davis: Processing and Delays
- Date:
- 1971-08-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Memorial Day Gravesite Decoration Project Request
- Date:
- 1971-10-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document is a letter from Fritz Clayton Neill to Eric Bohanon, Chairman of the Choctaw Tribal Election Committee, regarding the submission of information for qualified candidates for the upcoming election. Neill provides details on the filing dates and qualifications for candidates, and mentions that Chief Harry J.W. Belvin has announced his candidacy for re-election. The document also thanks Bohanon for his verbal request for information and indicates a desire to avoid any delays in the election process."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Demand for Inclusion: 18-Year-Old Choctaw Voters")
![["The document provides the pairings for the men's division of the 1971 State Indian Softball Tournament, listing the teams, coaches, and game times. It also includes information about other upcoming American Indian sporting events and tournaments."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Election Legislation: A Letter to Representative Carl Albert")
![["The document contains a series of letters and telegrams regarding the support and appreciation expressed by various Indian tribes in Eastern Oklahoma for the appointments of John O. Crow and Wilma Victor to positions within the Department of the Interior. The documents also mention disapproval of recent demonstrations at the Bureau of Indian Affairs headquarters and emphasize the importance of tribal support for the advancement of the American Indian people. The Speaker expresses gratitude for the support and promises to convey the messages to the appropriate parties."]](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_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution in Support of Creating Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs in Department of the Interior")
![["James G. Carney is protesting the Choctaw Election Committee's decision to exclude 18-year-old Choctaw individuals from registering and voting in the upcoming tribal election. He believes this decision violates the 26th Amendment to the US Constitution and is an attempt to manipulate the election in favor of a particular candidate. Carney is requesting immediate action from the Solicitor's Office to ensure compliance with the new voting law and threatening to take the matter to court if necessary. He also plans to involve state Representatives in addressing the injustice."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Choctaw Chief Election")
![["The document is addressing concerns about the legislation passed for the popular selection of the chief or principal officer by the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma, specifically the Choctaw Tribe. The writer believes that the law allows for the election of the chief by the Choctaw Tribe, but there are concerns about the fairness of the process. The writer questions the influence of Representative Carl Albert and Ed Edmondson on the outcome of the election and expresses the belief that the Choctaw people are not being allowed a fair voice in the election process."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Choctaw Tribal Election and Court Decision")
![["The Speaker is writing to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding confusion about the Choctaw tribal election. They mention a constituent who is seeking information and express hope that a court decision on the minimum age requirement for candidates will help clear up the confusion."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw Election from Indian Affairs Office")
![["The document is a series of congratulatory letters exchanged between Harry J. W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, and various individuals regarding his re-election. Belvin expresses gratitude for the support and offers to work together for the common good of the Choctaw people and the country. Additionally, it mentions the re-election of other chiefs in the Choctaw and Cherokee Nations."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribal Chief Election Update")
![["The document is correspondence between Mrs. J. J. Wassail and the Department of the Interior regarding the sharing of her letters with Chief Belvin. The Department apologizes for the error and assures Mrs. Wassail that her future correspondence will be kept confidential. Mrs. Wassail's previous letter contained accusations against Chief Belvin, which he challenges as false. Chief Belvin denies making certain statements and actions that Mrs. Wassail accused him of."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Re-Election Congratulations for Choctaw Chief")
![["The document discusses HUD projects for low-rent public housing in Oklahoma for Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Creek Nations. The projects involve the construction of family units on scattered sites and involve mutual self-help homes. The status of the projects is in order, and developers are expected to be designated soon. The recipients of the grants are the respective Housing Authorities of each Nation, and contact information for further details is provided. Governor Overton James was pleased with the progress of the Chickasaw fox project and wanted to ensure it was not being held up."]](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_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Housing Application for Mrs. Carrie Davis: Processing and Delays")
![["Mr. John H. Daniels, a Choctaw Freedman, is seeking assistance regarding his allotted land in Garvin County. He has been facing issues with taxation and ownership of the land. He reached out to the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Speaker of the House for help. The Bureau informed that they have no jurisdiction over the lands allotted to Choctaw Freedmen since 1908. The Speaker of the House is trying to assist Mr. Daniels in resolving his land issue."]](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_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Memorial Day Gravesite Decoration Project Request")