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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Sale of Segregated Coal Lands of Choctaws and Chickasaws
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Payments
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Progress for Native Americans: A Letter of Thanks
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment Process for Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-31
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Payment for Deceased Choctaw and Chickasaw Nation Members
- Date:
- 1949-05-31
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-31
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Mr. Elmer Parks wrote to Carl Albert regarding the sale of segregated coal lands owned by the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Albert responded, stating that the land is now under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management and suggested that Parks write directly to them. Albert also offered to check on the purchase if Parks provided details. Parks expressed interest in purchasing the land and asked to be kept informed about the sale."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Sale of Segregated Coal Lands of Choctaws and Chickasaws")
![["Mrs. J.A. Cowling wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about the per capita payment for the sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal lands. She asked if her mother, who is on the Choctaw Rolls, is eligible for payment, as well as if she can receive her deceased father and late husband's shares. Congressman Albert responded, stating that living enrolled members will be paid first, followed by heirs of deceased members. He advised Mrs. Cowling to notify the Superintendent of her mother's current address and provide information on deceased kin for heirship notices."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands")
![["Mrs. Lynch wrote to Congressman Carl Albert asking about the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands. She inquired if payments would be sent to the children of deceased members. Congressman Albert explained that proof of heirship notices would be sent out by the Indian Office, and payments would be distributed to the legal heirs. He advised Mrs. Lynch to write to the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency to provide the names of her deceased kin. Payments to living members would be made first, followed by heirs. Congressman Albert offered to assist further if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Payments")
![["The document from Carl Albert, M.C. to Mr. William H. Marshall, Jr. informs Marshall that Congress has passed a bill to pay the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal and asphalt lands. Albert assures Marshall that the payment will be made soon and expresses gratitude for Marshall's offer of assistance. Marshall had previously written to Albert requesting his help in obtaining the payment, expressing frustration with the Republican party for not appropriating the funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["Mrs. Davis received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert informing her that payment for coal and asphalt lands to the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes will be made in the next sixty days. He also mentioned the possibility of a Federal old age pension program and assured her of his support for it. Mrs. Davis expressed her gratitude for the payment and also requested support for a medical pension law to receive more adequate financial assistance. She thanked Congressman Albert for his efforts and sent her best wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Progress for Native Americans: A Letter of Thanks")
![["Mrs. Dicky Smith received a letter from Carl Albert, M.C. regarding the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. The Indian Office will distribute payments to the heirs of deceased members after proof of heirship is provided. Living enrolled members will be paid first, with checks expected to be mailed out around the latter part of July. Payments are estimated to be around $300 per person. Mrs. Smith also inquired about payment for her deceased sister and provided information about her sister's heirs."]](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_6_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Payment Process for Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Coal Lands")
![["Mrs. Mattie Lynn is inquiring about payment for the sale of land belonging to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nation following her husband's passing. The Indian Office has advised that payment will be distributed to heirs after proof of heirship is established. Living enrolled members will be paid first, followed by heirs. Mrs. Lynn is instructed to contact the Superintendent to request an heirship notice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Payment for Deceased Choctaw and Chickasaw Nation Members")
![["Mrs. Irvin wrote to Mr. Albert asking about payment to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for coal lands sold to the government. Mr. Albert responded, stating that proof of heirship notices would be sent out in August and advised her to contact the Superintendent if she did not receive one. Mrs. Irvin had plans to visit her son in Chicago and requested a blank form for her per capita payment. Mr. Albert assured her that the process was being prepared and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands")
![["The document is a response to a previous letter received from M. W. Priddy, Sr., updating on the weather conditions in Oklahoma and discussing the delay in coal and asphalt payments. The writer also mentions the Jackson Day Dinner and expresses hope that Congress will adjourn in July so that they can return home. The writer expresses concern about the excessive rain affecting crops in Oklahoma and mentions that payments may not be received until September. The writer sends their regards to Mary and Alma and signs off with best wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments")
![["The document from Mrs. Becker to Carl Albert inquires about the appropriations for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands. Carl Albert responds that the bill was signed into law and payments will be made to living enrolled members of the tribes. He gives information on the process and suggests contacting the Superintendent in Muskogee, Oklahoma for more details. Albert gives permission for excerpts of his remarks to be included in the next issue of Smoke Signals and looks forward to receiving a copy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert")