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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Tribal Engagements in Washington D.C.
- Date:
- 1954-10-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congress Regarding Vocational Training and Employment Opportunities for Native Americans in 1957
- Date:
- 1955-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_22_11_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Chickasaw Nation Governor Selection Process
- Date:
- 1955-09-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958
- Date:
- 1956-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Simpson Push Regarding Tax Exemptions on Homestead Lands
- Date:
- 1956-04-26
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Retirement
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Assistance Denied: The Case of Mrs. Rebecca Potts Phillips at Talihina Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Urging Increased Services at Talihina Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Layoffs at Talihina Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Establishment of the Talihina Indian Hospital: A History of Advocacy and Success
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concern for the Re-Appointment of Choctaw Chief
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document is a letter from Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Congressman Carl Albert requesting a meeting in Washington D.C. regarding tribal business. Belvin expresses concerns about his meeting with the Commissioner and asks for Albert's assistance in arranging a suitable time. Belvin also expresses appreciation for Albert's interest in their affairs. Congressman Albert responds, confirming a meeting with the Commissioner on April 22 and offering to meet with Belvin during his stay in Washington."]](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_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Tribal Engagements in Washington D.C.")
![["The document consists of three letters addressed to Miss Marie L. Hayes, Executive Secretary of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Muskogee Area Office, from different individuals regarding various matters related to vocational training and support for Native American communities. The documents express appreciation for the enactment of Public Law 959, urge for the establishment of a glass factory in Atoka County, Oklahoma, and support the passage of Senate Bill-1298 for vocational education. Congressman Page Belcher is mentioned in the letters as being involved in the discussions and actions related to these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Congress Regarding Vocational Training and Employment Opportunities for Native Americans in 1957")
![["The document discusses the selection of a Governor for the Chickasaw Nation and the process by which the Governor is appointed rather than elected. It mentions the reappointment of Mr. Floyd E. Maytubby as Governor and acknowledges a letter from Honorable Carl Albert expressing interest in allowing the Chickasaw Tribe to select their Governor by popular election. The Bureau of Indian Affairs states that the matter is under study and no final determination has been made yet."]](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_22_11_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_22_11_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Chickasaw Nation Governor Selection Process")
![["The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, forwarding a report from a Special Committee on the Indian health program at hospitals in Talihina, Tahlequah, Claremore, and Shawnee. The report includes findings and recommendations for each hospital, such as improving patient eligibility criteria, speeding up medical staff processes, and providing additional equipment. The committee suggests a meeting to discuss changes to rules and regulations for admitting patients and suspending pre-validation of purchase orders to expedite supply filling."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958")
![["The text is a letter from Simpson Push, a Choctaw Indian, to Carl Albert, a congressman from Oklahoma. Push expresses gratitude for Albert's willingness to help the Native American community with their land taxation issues. He requests assistance in extending the nontaxable period for homestead lands and emphasizes the importance of looking ahead for the future. Push hopes to hear back from Albert soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Simpson Push Regarding Tax Exemptions on Homestead Lands")
![["Mrs. Rebecca Potts Phillips was denied admission to the Talihina Indian Hospital because she is only one-fourth Choctaw Indian and married to a non-Indian. The Public Health Service policy only allows members of the Oklahoma Five Civilized Tribes who are one-half or more degree Indian blood to receive health care. Congressman Carl Albert tried to assist her but was unable to help. Phillips was advised to seek medical care elsewhere."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Assistance Denied: The Case of Mrs. Rebecca Potts Phillips at Talihina Indian Hospital")
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert, a member of the House of Representatives, in response to a resolution from the Chiefs of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding a reduction in health personnel at the Talihina Indian Hospital. The Chiefs are urging the Public Health Service to conduct a survey of health conditions among the Indians and to increase services, including assigning a full-time surgeon to the hospital. The resolution emphasizes the importance of providing adequate health services to the Indian population and requests that current personnel be retained and additional services be granted."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Urging Increased Services at Talihina Indian Hospital")
![["The document is addressed to Dr. Ray H. Vanderhook, the Area Director, expressing concern over the layoffs at the Talihina Indian hospital. The writer is receiving complaints that Indian employees are being discriminated against and laid off while there are no cuts in overhead personnel. The writer references a letter from Davis Folsom, a Choctaw Indian employee who has been at the hospital for 12 years and is now being laid off despite his plans to retire in 1960. The writer requests a full report and more consideration for the affected employees."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Layoffs at Talihina Indian Hospital")
![["The document is from Carl Albert, a congressman, thanking Mr. Dukes for providing information on the establishment of the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina. The document mentions the history of Gilbert Wesley Dukes' efforts in securing funding for the hospital, which ultimately led to its establishment. Mr. Dukes is encouraged to continue sharing the history of his part of the old 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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0038_thumbnail.jpg "The Establishment of the Talihina Indian Hospital: A History of Advocacy and Success")
![["The document is from W.F. Semple to Honorable Carl Albert, expressing support for the re-appointment of James Belvin as Tribal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Semple emphasizes Belvin's effectiveness in the role and the importance of his continued leadership for the Tribe's interests. He requests Albert's recommendation to the Department for Belvin's retention."]](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_30_66_0000%20--%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_30_66_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concern for the Re-Appointment of Choctaw Chief")