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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Termination of Choctaw Tribal Affairs: An Open Letter to the Enrolled Members of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Position Voting Form
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Opposition to H.R. 4985 between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Congressman Page Belcher
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_46_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The General's Testimony: Shedding Light on Far Eastern Strategy
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Correspondence Section in Per Capita Payment Section of Muskogee Area Office
- Date:
- 1951-01-06
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Legal Authority for Per Capita Payments to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1951-02-08
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_67_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to W.O. Roberts Regarding Misunderstandings and Negligence on Choctaw Indian Council
- Date:
- 1951-02-09
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_75_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for Game Ranger Job in Choctaw County
- Date:
- 1951-02-12
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Mr. Harry J.W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, discussing the Muskogee situation and suggesting involving other Congressmen in addressing the issue. Albert also mentions inviting Ed Edmondson, a Democratic Congressional nominee, to a meeting in McAlester."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation")
![["The document discusses the termination of Choctaw Tribal Affairs and the distribution of funds to tribal members. It mentions the hiring of attorneys to press claims before the Indian Claims Commission and the potential appointment of a Principal Chief. It also discusses the possibility of continuing to employ a full-time Chief until January 1, 1954, but ultimately states that a full-time Chief will no longer be necessary after that date."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Termination of Choctaw Tribal Affairs: An Open Letter to the Enrolled Members of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document presents questions to voters regarding the office of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Voters are asked to vote on whether they want the office to continue, the terms of the Chief's role, and to suggest a candidate for the position if appointed by the Secretary of the Interior."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Position Voting Form")
![["The letter confirms a telephone conversation regarding the status of the appointment of the Choctaw Chief, stating that the appointment has not yet been cleared by the Department of the Interior and there is no timeline for when a decision will be made. The sender apologizes for not being able to provide more 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Chief")
![["The document is from Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Congressman Page Belcher opposing H. R. 4985, a bill to provide a decree of competency for United States Indians in certain cases. Belvin urges Belcher to oppose the bill and solicit opposition from other members of the Oklahoma delegation, as they believe the legislation would be detrimental to Indian welfare. Congressman Belcher responds, stating that he is not on the committee that considers such legislation but assures Belvin that he will give the bill his full attention when it comes before the House for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Opposition to H.R. 4985 between Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation and Congressman Page Belcher")
![["The document discusses the ongoing drama of General MacArthur's testimony before Congress, with Republicans pushing for an open hearing and Democrats insisting on a closed session. General MacArthur has made counter-claims against accusations of insubordination, revealing recommendations from the joint chiefs of staff that were not approved by President Truman. The inquiry is expected to cover a wide range of topics related to Far Eastern strategy and may lead to the development of a new policy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_46_0000-Foreign%20Policy,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_46_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The General's Testimony: Shedding Light on Far Eastern Strategy")
![["The document from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert expresses concerns about the handling of per capita payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes of Indians. Belvin requests the establishment of a Correspondence Section to provide information to tribal members and address delays in processing claims. Belvin also criticizes the lack of communication and delays in making payments, urging for improved service to constituents. The document highlights the need for a system to keep tribal members informed and requests the congressman's assistance in resolving these issues."]](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_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Correspondence Section in Per Capita Payment Section of Muskogee Area Office")
![["The document addresses the legal authority of the Department of the Interior to make per capita payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations out of funds recovered by the Indians. It discusses two possible sources of legal authority, including section 18 of the Indian Appropriation Act of 1920 and the first proviso in the Interior Department Appropriation Act 1951. The document also mentions the lack of a recognized governing body for the tribes and the need for approval from the Secretary for certain expenditures. The recipient of the letter seeks clarification on whether a special act of Congress is needed to authorize the payments."]](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_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Legal Authority for Per Capita Payments to Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["The letter is written by Carl Albert to W.O. Roberts regarding the organization of Choctaw Councils in various places. Albert expresses disappointment in Roberts' lack of knowledge about the organization and criticizes the neglect of the Choctaw Council House. Albert also mentions the petitioning of government officials for more efficient organization and fair treatment of Native Americans. The letter emphasizes the importance of unity, education, and action among the Choctaw Nation."]](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_67_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Welfare%20and%20Old%20Age%20Assistance%20(2),%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_67_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to W.O. Roberts Regarding Misunderstandings and Negligence on Choctaw Indian Council")
![["Two letters are written regarding Don Caldwell's desire to become a game ranger in Choctaw County. The first letter asks for a recommendation from Carl Albert to Senator Keith Cartwright, while the second letter states that Carl Albert will write to Mr. Dahlgren but does not want to pressure Senator Cartwright. Carl Albert expresses his willingness Carl Albert to help in any way he can."]](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_75_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service%20-%20General,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_75_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for Game Ranger Job in Choctaw County")