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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands of Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- 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_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_4_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Confirmation of Appointment for Newly Elected Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_94_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Choctaw Nation Chief Nominating Convention
- Date:
- 1947-01-31
- Creator:
- Durant, William A.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Extension of Leasing Time for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1947-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Extension of Leasing Time for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1947-03-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["The author, F. W. Files, is writing to Honorable Geo. B. Schwabe in Washington, D.C. to inquire about a proposed bill to create a Commission to investigate individual Indians for granting them a certificate of competency. Files expresses support for the idea and asks for more information on the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification")
![["The document discusses the Indian Claims bill and the need for a fair way to handle Indian claims. The writer, George B. Schwabe, expresses support for a tribunal to hear and pass upon claims, as endorsed by both major political parties. He acknowledges the challenges in determining which Indians or tribes are entitled to the money and seeks input on alternative solutions. Schwabe emphasizes the importance of fair dealing between the Indians and the United States and the need to prevent grafting by unscrupulous lawyers and promoters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change")
![["The document is discussing the proposed sale of segregated coal and asphalt lands of the Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes, with a sale price of $8,500,000 agreed upon. Members will have the opportunity to vote on the sale, and if a majority agrees, Congress will appropriate money for payments to enrolled members and heirs. The document also mentions a previous purchase of surplus Choctaw land and questions if the money will be paid to the Indians. The sender requests information on how the money will be distributed."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands of Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes")
![["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 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")
![["Mrs. David M. Hartshorne sent a petition to Congressman Carl Albert requesting the immediate appointment of Harry J.W. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaws, following his election in a fair election. The Indian Office has confirmed Belvin's appointment for a four-year term starting in 1918. Congressman Albert's office acknowledged the petition and stated that they have notified the appropriate authorities of Belvin's appointment."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_4_19_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Indian+Affairs+Choctaw+Nation,+1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_4_19_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Confirmation of Appointment for Newly Elected Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document is acknowledging receipt of a request for information regarding obtaining a nominating convention for the principal chief of the Choctaw nation. It mentions that the current chief, William A. Durant, was appointed for a two-year term and the Indian Office is working on a plan for the enrolled members to express their choice for the chief. The document is signed by W. G. Stigler, M. C. and a copy is also sent to Honorable Carl Albert, M. C."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Choctaw Nation Chief Nominating Convention")
![["The document is in response to a petition opposing the extension of leasing time for Choctaw and Chickasaw lands. The Assistant Secretary of the Interior plans to have a conference with tribal representatives to reach an agreement on the purchase price of the lands, and the congressman assures that he will resist any delay in the 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_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Extension of Leasing Time for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["The document is in response to a petition opposing legislation to extend the time for leasing Choctaw and Chickasaw lands. The representative assures that negotiations for the purchase price of the lands will continue and that he will resist any efforts to delay the 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_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Extension of Leasing Time for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")