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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Heirship Claims and Payment Process for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Maytubby, Floyd, 1893-1963, 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_67_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- 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_75_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Payments, 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Letter Regarding Per Capita Payment Distribution to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Enrollees
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Immediate Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Mr. Clark Jackson wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing his urgency in receiving the capital payment for the Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert responded by informing Jackson that payments would begin in July and that they had been pressuring the Indian Service to expedite the process. Albert assured Jackson that the checks would be mailed soon and requested that he inform his neighbors. Albert also offered his assistance and encouraged Jackson to reach out 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_6_76_0000-(20)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales")
![["The document addresses the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for the sale of their coal and asphalt lands to the government. It explains the process for proving heirship for deceased members and the distribution of payments to living enrolled members. The document also mentions a previous correspondence regarding the Post Office at Gene Autry and provides references for Mrs. Gilliam's transfer."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Heirship Claims and Payment Process for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["Mrs. Ida Mae Kelsey - Boatwright received a letter from Carl Albert, a congressman, thanking her for her efforts in getting a business moving. Albert assures Kelsey that blanks will be mailed to living heirs to prove heirship for payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for coal lands sold to the government. Kelsey is grateful for Albert's help and is encouraged to reach out if she needs further assistance."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians")
![["Mr. Ashford wrote to Mr. Albert expressing his interest in the sale of coal lands to the government. Mr. Albert informed him that proof of heirship notices will be sent by the Indian Office to determine legal heirs and payments will be made to living enrolled members first. Mr. Ashford also inquired about Indian payments and potential oil royalties, stating that he never signed anything regarding his property. He requested a blank form for his payment consent check."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands")
![["Miss Lenora Green requested a blank form to receive her money from the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Congressman Carl Albert advised her to contact Mr. W. O. Roberts at the Indian office in Muskogee for assistance with her payment. He also offered to help with any other needs she may have."]](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_75_0000-(19)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Payments, 1949")
![["The letter is from the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior to Honorable Carl Albert, discussing the purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw tribal coal and asphalt lands. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has been requested to provide updates on payments to these tribes, with the first report enclosed for information."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands")
![["The letter to the editor discusses the sale of coal and asphalt deposits from the Choctaw-Chickasaw people to the U.S. Government. It highlights concerns about the lack of transparency and misrepresentation of the sale to tribal members, as well as the withholding of funds by the Indian Bureau. The letter expresses worry about the potential negative impact of the sale on future generations of the Choctaw and Chickasaw people."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government")
![["The Acting Secretary of the Interior is informing Honorable Carl Albert that each enrollee of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations will receive a per capita payment of $350 from funds accrued and received from the sale of mineral deposits. The distribution process will be facilitated by the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency, with payments to living enrollees to be made first followed by applications for inherited shares. Special forms for identification purposes are being mailed to enrollees for processing of claims."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Letter Regarding Per Capita Payment Distribution to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Enrollees")
![["The letter is requesting the Department of Interior to pay out funds to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations on a per capita basis, as well as funds from the sale of coal and asphalt deposits, to living enrolled members. The letter emphasizes the economic need of the members and urges the Secretary to take immediate action to distribute the funds."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Immediate Distribution of Funds to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["The letter is a response to a request for information regarding the sale of unallotted coal and asphalt lands owned by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. The lands were purchased by the Government for $8,500,000, with payments to be made to enrolled members and their heirs. The exact amount of the payments is estimated to be around $350 per share. Applications for payments will be distributed by the office and through District Agents and Probate Attorneys. Payments will be made as soon as possible, with no involvement of attorneys or creditors. Freedmen and new members will not participate in the payment, and individuals are advised not to submit documents until requested."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency")