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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding Cherokee Claims: The Murphy Family Case, 1949
- Date:
- 1949-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_91_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Resolution of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma: A Plea for Retention of Superintendent W. O. Roberts
- Date:
- 1949-08-05
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Land Claims and Payments in 1949
- Date:
- 1949-08-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_9_33_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Appeal for Transfer of Fort Reno to Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-08-25
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Assistance for Native American Heirs in Filing Proofs of Heirship
- Date:
- 1949-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support in Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1949-10-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Shawnee Nation, Quapaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.
- Date:
- 1949-11-23
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Quapaw Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Repeal of Choctaw Tribe Termination Act
- Date:
- 1950-03-20
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The text includes correspondence between Floyd Murphy and the Department of the Interior regarding claims of deceased Cherokee tribe members. Murphy is seeking information and assistance in relation to per capita payments to the Cherokees. The Department advises him to contact the Five Civilized Tribes Agency for further assistance. Carl Albert, a congressman, is also involved in the correspondence and is assisting Murphy with his inquiries."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_81_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding Cherokee Claims: The Murphy Family Case, 1949")
![["On July 23, 1949, the Officials and Representatives of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma agreed to hold a special session to promote harmony and welfare. They expressed support for retaining W. O. Roberts as General Superintendent, citing his experience and dedication to the tribes' progress. They also commended Roberts for encouraging tribal cooperation and participation. The resolution was acknowledged by Carl Albert, Representative of the 3rd District of Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_91_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_91_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Resolution of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma: A Plea for Retention of Superintendent W. O. Roberts")
![["The letter is from Cannon to Carl Albert, a representative from Oklahoma, inquiring about a payment the Cherokees are supposed to receive. The letter mentions a previous inquiry about Cherokee claims and clarifies that no Cherokee lands were included in a recent sale. Cannon asks for more information about the potential payment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_81_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_81_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Land Claims and Payments in 1949")
![["The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator McFarland provides information on the historical treaties and reservations established for the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians. It discusses the establishment of reservations in Kansas and Oklahoma, the relinquishment of lands, and the establishment of a military reservation on the second Oklahoma reservation. The document also addresses the legal status of the 1867 Cheyenne and Arapaho treaty reservation and asserts the tribes' right to occupy and enjoy the privileges guaranteed to them by the treaty."]](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_9_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Cheyenne%20and%20Arapaho,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_33_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Appeal for Transfer of Fort Reno to Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes")
![["The letter discusses the assistance provided to Indians in filling out proofs of heirship notices, mentioning plans to send someone to help those who are unable to fill out the forms themselves. It also addresses complaints about District Agents not assisting heirs and charging high fees for help, stating that efforts have been made to prevent exploitation and that the majority of forms have been returned in good order. The letter concludes with a report on the progress of processing claims and a commitment to efficiently handle the remaining work."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Assistance for Native American Heirs in Filing Proofs of Heirship")
![["The document is a bill that aims to provide for the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma. It authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a program of economic and other improvements for the benefit of these tribes. The bill also includes provisions for loans to promote economic development, educational purposes, housing, and land purchases for individual Indians and tribal groups. It outlines regulations for loan eligibility, repayment, foreclosure, and the use of funds for assistance and protection of the interests of the United States. Additionally, it authorizes appropriations for administrative expenses, technical assistance, and employment support for the Indians."]](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_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support in Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["The document is a letter and resolution regarding desired legislation and a bill for the rehabilitation of the needy and deserving members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma. The resolution endorses the bill and urges Congress to enact it into law. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a program for economic improvements for the tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma, with a budget of $50,000,000. Loans can be made for economic development and education purposes, with specific eligibility criteria. Reimbursement for loans must be made within forty years."]](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_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.")
![["The document is a resolution adopted by the Executive Committee of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding the administration of the Johnson O'Malley program for Indian students in public schools. The resolution recommends that the program continue to be administered by the Indian Education Division of the Oklahoma State Department of Education, but also suggests that if the Bureau of Indian Affairs insists on contracting with an Indian organization or tribe, the Five Civilized Tribes should be awarded a single contract for the program in schools under the jurisdiction of the Muskogee Area Office. The resolution was adopted unanimously in a special-called session in Tulsa on February 9, 1972."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program")
![["The document discusses a bill introduced by Carl Albert in 1950 to authorize the commutation of annual appropriations for the Choctaw Tribe in Oklahoma, allowing for a lump sum payment to be distributed per capita to living enrolled members and heirs. The document also mentions subsequent inquiries and proposed bills regarding the distribution of tribal funds and the termination of the Choctaw Tribe."]](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_63_45_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0002.pdf "Repeal of Choctaw Tribe Termination Act")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is being urged by the Choctaw Nation to support their request for an official nominating convention to select their next chief. They argue that they have the right to have a say in this decision, as they have fought and sacrificed for democracy. The Choctaw Nation also highlights their voting power in elections and the support they have from business leaders. They ask Senator Thomas to support their request and question if he truly is their friend."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation")