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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding W.P.A Project to Improve Weleetka Town Hall, 1941
- Date:
- 1941-09-29
- Creator:
- Boren, Lyle H., 1909-1992
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Housing--Law and legislation, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Funding Approval for City Hall Improvement Project
- Date:
- 1941-10-04
- Creator:
- Boren, Lyle H., 1909-1992
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Elmer Thomas to Vice President of The First State Bank
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Petition from Choctaw Citizens Requesting Right to Select Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief for the Choctaw Nation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-31
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Interference in Education: A Warning from Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1948-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Social Welfare
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Meddling: The Battle Over State Highway Programs
- Date:
- 1948-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare, Transportation and Public Works
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Help: Indian Affairs in North Carolina
- Date:
- 1948-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Education: A Letter from Carl Albert to Mr. James D. Dunlap
- Date:
- 1948-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for One-Year Leave Without Pay by Jim Dunlap, Superintendent of Morrison Public Schools
- Date:
- 1948-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Lyle H. Boren, a member of the Congress of the United States, received a letter regarding the supplementary project application for improving the Weleetka Town Hall. He contacted the W. P. A. and was informed that the application is under review and progressing smoothly. Boren will keep the recipient advised on the final outcome. The project application covers the completion of work that was delayed due to adverse weather and increased material prices, with additional funds requested from the Federal government and the city council agreeing to provide additional funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0000-(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women%201939-1942/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding W.P.A Project to Improve Weleetka Town Hall, 1941")
![["Lyle H. Boren, a member of Congress, informs Jim Fleming that the W.P.A. project to improve the City Hall has been approved for additional funding by the President, which should complete the project. He also mentions that the supplemental application has been approved by the W.P.A. and is awaiting Presidential action, with the final outcome expected to be known by Tuesday or Wednesday."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0000-(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women%201939-1942/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Funding Approval for City Hall Improvement Project")
![["C. received a letter from Ellis regarding Grounds of the Seminole Tribe. Thomas is willing to assist Grounds in any way possible and is looking forward to receiving a visit from him."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Elmer Thomas to Vice President of The First State Bank")
![["The text is a petition from Choctaw citizens of the Choctaw Nation to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, requesting a nominating convention to select the Principal Chief through a vote instead of presidential appointment, citing that Congress has not made any laws against the election of the Chief. They argue that the President should only use appointing powers in cases of emergency, not as the standard method of selecting the Chief."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0018_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Petition from Choctaw Citizens Requesting Right to Select Principal Chief")
![["The letter is from J.H. Belvin of Durant, Oklahoma, regarding his candidacy for appointment as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. He expresses concern that current Chief Durant has been promised the appointment and urges Senator Elmer Thomas to support holding an official nominating convention to allow the tribe to have a voice in selecting their Chief. Belvin highlights the importance of democratic principles and the need for the tribe to have a say in their leadership. He also mentions the voting power of the Choctaw and Chickasaw people in elections and requests Senator Thomas' support in advocating for their right to choose their Chief through a fair and democratic process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief for the Choctaw Nation in 1946")
![["The article argues against federal interference in state educational programs, using the example of a controversy between the Oklahoma state highway commission and the public roads administration. It warns that accepting federal aid for education could lead to centralized dictatorship and potential control over school curricula by the federal government. The article criticizes recent actions in Congress Carl Albert related to federal education aid and warns of the potential for further interference in the future."]](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_20_11_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Tribe,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Interference in Education: A Warning from Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses the controversy between the federal Public Roads Administration and the Oklahoma State Highway Commission over the allocation of federal funds for highway projects. The state believes the federal agency is interfering in its highway program by prioritizing projects in larger cities over smaller ones. The state argues that local officials should have sole authority over initiating projects and that the federal agency should not impose its will on the states. The document highlights the importance of building roads based on local needs and not just on traffic counts. The state hopes to win the fight against the federal agency to prioritize projects in the public interest."]](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_20_11_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Tribe,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Meddling: The Battle Over State Highway Programs")
![["The document is an appeal to Honorable Carl Albert regarding the plight of the Indians in North Carolina. The writer believes that Albert's interest in deserving Indians who are willing to help themselves can be of assistance. They are requesting vacant land in North Carolina to be able to farm and be independent. The writer asks Albert to use his influence to help the Indians in any way possible."]](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_20_25_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahoma%20Area%20Office%20Consolidation,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Help: Indian Affairs in North Carolina")
![["The document is from Carl Albert to James D. Dunlap regarding an issue with Mr. Montgomery disallowing a leave of absence for Dunlap. Albert has taken the matter up with the Commissioner's office and although they initially refused to interfere, they have agreed to look into the situation and contact Montgomery to try and resolve the issue. Albert assures Dunlap that he will do everything he can to help."]](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_20_25_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahoma%20Area%20Office%20Consolidation,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Education: A Letter from Carl Albert to Mr. James D. Dunlap")
![["The document is from Jim Dunlap, the Superintendent of Morrison Public Schools in Oklahoma, requesting a one-year leave without pay starting from September 1, 1947. He is writing to the Western Con. Agency in Anadarko, Oklahoma, and hopes for a favorable response."]](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_20_25_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahoma%20Area%20Office%20Consolidation,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Request for One-Year Leave Without Pay by Jim Dunlap, Superintendent of Morrison Public Schools")