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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_9_53_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Correspondence Regarding Indian Lease Land in Gowen, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1944-06-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for Land Sales
- Date:
- 1949-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Reflections on the Complexity and Diversity of Native American Identity
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Debo, Angie, 1890-1988
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Education, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Amelia A. Coleman's Application to the Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians
- Date:
- 1971-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Roberta Goulden's Inquiry about Law School Scholarships for Indigenous Students
- Date:
- 1971-10-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document is discussing the transfer of land from the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes to the Eastern Oklahoma A & M College. The sender is requesting copies of relevant agreements and documents in order to prepare a bill for the transfer of the land. There are issues regarding the ownership of the land and the need for clarification. The document also mentions the possibility of special legislation to transfer the land to the College."]](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_53_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Land%20Management%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Lands,%201949-1950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_53_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Correspondence Regarding Indian Lease Land in Gowen, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a letter sent to Mr. Doyle Smith regarding the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their lands. The letter informs Mr. Smith that payments will begin this month and advises him to provide his information to ensure timely payment. The letter also 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_6_76_0000-(20)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for Land Sales")
![["The writer discusses the complexities of Native American identity and the impact of government policies such as allotment. He shares personal experiences and observations of Native American individuals who struggled with adapting to white man's ways. The writer emphasizes that Native Americans are not a super-race and are subject to the same frailties as all mankind. He suggests that while some Native Americans may resist adopting white man's ways, there are also those who are honest, upright, and moral. The writer believes that Angie Debo's report on Native Americans could be improved by including more specific classifications and avoiding generalizations."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Reflections on the Complexity and Diversity of Native American Identity")
![["The document is a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. Bentley Beams regarding a reply received from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in relation to Miss Amelia A. Coleman's application for a Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians at the University of New Mexico. The Bureau stated that Miss Coleman, who is one-eighth degree Choctaw, did not meet the blood quantum requirement for eligibility. They suggested alternative financial aid opportunities and programs she could apply for. Additionally, a letter from the University of New Mexico School of Law to Miss Coleman informed her that she was not accepted for the summer session of the program, but may receive financial assistance if accepted at another law school. Miss Coleman's educational and career background is also provided in The document."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Amelia A. Coleman's Application to the Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians")
![["The letter is a response to Ms. Roberta Goulden's inquiry about scholarships for attending law school. Senator Fred R. Harris provides her with information on sources of scholarships, including the Indian law student program at the University of New Mexico and the Indian Scholarship Service, Inc. He also includes a pamphlet with information on general Indian scholarship aid. Senator Harris encourages Ms. Goulden in her pursuit of a legal career and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_009_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Roberta Goulden's Inquiry about Law School Scholarships for Indigenous Students")