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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes Land Sale Compensation
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about the Choctaw Chieftainship Succession Process
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_69_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Clarification on Coal Rights Pricing for Adjacent Lands in McAlester, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Legacy of Will Rogers: A Beloved American Icon
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Legacy of Sequoyah and Will Rogers: A Tribute to Two Great Americans
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Education, Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Native American Residents of Durant, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Caddo Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Correspondence on Choctaw Tribe's Request for Per Capita Payment and Sale of Tribal Lands to the U.S. Government
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Demand for Accountability: A Call for a Vigorous Choctaw Attorney
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Correspondence from Attorney Gilbert W. Daney to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal Land Lease
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response to Petition on Pending Indian Legislation: Letter from Paul Stewart, 3D Dist. Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Miss Lavinia Alberson is inquiring about the proposed sale of coal and asphalt lands of the Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes, wondering if she will be entitled to receive any money as her father was a Chickasaw Freedman. She is seeking assistance in getting on the list to receive compensation from the government for freedmen. Congressman Carl Albert responds, stating that only members enrolled under a specific date and heirs of deceased enrollees will be entitled to receive payment. He 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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes Land Sale Compensation")
![["The document expresses concern about the potential change in Choctaw Chieftainship and urges the Department of Indian Affairs to keep their promise of allowing a nominating convention for the selection of the next chief. The writer fears that without this process, a new chief may be appointed who continues policies that are disapproved by the majority of Choctaws. They request a reply to confirm if the promise will be upheld."]](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_1_94_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about the Choctaw Chieftainship Succession Process")
![["The letter is requesting information from the Bureau of Land Management regarding the pricing of coal rights sold to Sheffield Steel Company in McAlester, Oklahoma. The property owners are seeking clarification on how the price was determined - whether it was based on acreage, tonnage, or other factors. The letter also mentions that the lands in question are adjacent to Indian land sold to the government under a previous bill. The sender, Carl Albert, is requesting official clarification on the pricing method used in the transaction."]](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_69_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Land%20Management%20-%20Land,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_69_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Clarification on Coal Rights Pricing for Adjacent Lands in McAlester, Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses the achievements of Americans of Indian descent, specifically highlighting the late Honorable Charles D. Carter, a Chickasaw Indian who served in Congress, and Sequoyah and Will Rogers, two famous Oklahomans of Cherokee and Indian descent. It emphasizes the success Carl Albert and contributions of individuals of Indian heritage in various fields."]](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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The Legacy of Will Rogers: A Beloved American Icon")
![["Carl Albert is protesting a proposed budget cut for the education of Indians, arguing that it will hinder the progress Carl Albert and success Carl Albert of Native Americans. He highlights the achievements of Native Americans in various fields and criticizes the committee for specifically targeting states with large Indian populations, such as Oklahoma. The committee justifies the cuts by suggesting that states should provide more support for education and relief 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0022_thumbnail.jpg "The Legacy of Sequoyah and Will Rogers: A Tribute to Two Great Americans")
![["The document lists various names and locations in Oklahoma, including Durant, Caddo, Bennington, Wapanucka, and Boudinot Ream, belonging to individuals of Chickasaw and Choctaw heritage."]](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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Residents of Durant, Oklahoma")
![["The Secretary of the Interior received a letter regarding a petition by the Choctaw Indians for a per capita payment and the sale of tribal mineral lands to the United States. The Secretary cannot recommend a per capita payment at this time due to administrative problems and costs. Negotiations are ongoing for the sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw coal and asphalt lands to the United States, with disagreements over the purchase price. The Indians are requesting the Government to consider their equities arising from delays in fulfilling obligations."]](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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Correspondence on Choctaw Tribe's Request for Per Capita Payment and Sale of Tribal Lands to the U.S. Government")
![["The document expresses frustration with the negligence of the current Choctaw Attorney and calls for a new, vigilant attorney to represent the Choctaw people. It also calls for an investigation into the selling of Choctaw coal at a low price."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Demand for Accountability: A Call for a Vigorous Choctaw Attorney")
![["Gilbert W. Daney, an attorney at law, is writing to Congressman Carl Albert to express his concerns about the extension of a lease on Choctaw-Chickasaw coal lands. He requests that Congressman Albert use his influence to prohibit the extension of the lease in order to protect their mineral rights. Daney appreciates any assistance and cooperation in this matter."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Correspondence from Attorney Gilbert W. Daney to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal Land Lease")
![["Paul Stewart, a congressman from Oklahoma, received a petition from Mr. Eastman Amos and other Indians regarding pending Indian legislation. Stewart assures Amos that he will give their views serious consideration and asks to hear from him at any time. The document was dated April 14, 1947, and signed by Carl Albert, another congressman from Oklahoma."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Petition on Pending Indian Legislation: Letter from Paul Stewart, 3D Dist. Oklahoma")