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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Resolutions and Recommendations in the Bureau of Indian Affairs (1958)
- Date:
- 1957-07-10
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960
- Date:
- 1957-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Rejection of Bid on Mineral Rights of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343
- Date:
- 1958-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Indians, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Kaw Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957
- Date:
- 1958-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School
- Date:
- 1958-03-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Rent Increase at Chilocco Indian School in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-09-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs Information Request in 1958
- Date:
- 1958-09-04
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_22_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Payment to Choctaw Indians
- Date:
- 1958-09-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Communication Regarding Comanche Constitution Vote and Investigation Request
- Date:
- 1958-11-16
- Creator:
- Debo, Angie, 1890-1988
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, regarding a resolution reaffirmed by The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1958. The resolution covers various matters affecting Indian Tribes under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Area Offices, including recommendations related to Indian Claims Commission, relocation, vocational training, credit associations, leasing and sale of Indian land, rehabilitation measures, old age assistance, hot lunch program, general welfare, and protection of Indian rights. Belcher is asked to consider and take action on the recommendations."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Resolutions and Recommendations in the Bureau of Indian Affairs (1958)")
![["The document is a letter from Houston C. Benge to Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, discussing a suggestion regarding the American \"Indian\" status. Benge proposes settling all claims by Indians against the government and establishing them as \"Americans\" to eliminate discrimination and add prestige to their status. He suggests discontinuing the use of the term \"Indian\" and using \"American aborignees\" instead. Benge also references a news article about discrimination against an Indian family in Chicago as an example of the need for change."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960")
![["Howard Anderson's bid on mineral interests involving a part of the original allotment of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343 was rejected. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explained that the notice Anderson received was not a notification of high bid, but to ascertain how he wanted the deed drafted. The bid rejection was due to a misunderstanding, and Anderson was refunded his deposit. If the owners decide to readvertise the property, Anderson will have an opportunity to submit a new bid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20A-B,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0002.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Rejection of Bid on Mineral Rights of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. Ted Reynolds and Congressman Page Belcher discussing the use of Peyote among Indian tribes, specifically the Shawnee Indians. Mr. Reynolds expresses concern about the negative effects of Peyote on the Shawnee tribe and urges Congressman Belcher to educate himself on the issue. Congressman Belcher acknowledges the letters and states that he will look into the matter and consider the information provided."]](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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957")
![["A letter from Frank S. Midgley, Jr. to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, inquiring about the appropriation of funds for the rehabilitation or new construction at the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School. Belcher responds that he will check into the matter and provide information soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School")
![["Mrs. David Homma wrote a letter to Page Belcher inquiring about the removal of restrictions from Indian lands. Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration. The Bureau provided information on the process for removing restrictions from Indian lands, particularly for the Five Civilized Tribes. Belcher assured Mrs. Homma that he would look into the matter and provide her with the necessary information."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957")
![["Mrs. Keith Hornady, an employee at the Chilocco Indian School, wrote to Representative Page Belcher about an increase in rent for quarters at the school. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explained that the increase was due to oversight in implementing utility charges in 1952 and that employees were not required to live in government quarters. The employees at the school expressed their dissatisfaction with the rent increase, stating that salaries had not increased and the quarters had not been remodeled. They felt the increase was unjustified and requested consideration for reclassification and salary adjustments. Representative Belcher assured Mrs. Hornady that he would look into the matter and provide her with more information once available."]](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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Rent Increase at Chilocco Indian School in 1957")
![["The document includes correspondence between Mr. Dan M. Madrano and the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding requests for information on Indian population by tribes, land holdings, and appropriations in each state. The Bureau provides the requested information and expresses willingness to assist further. Additionally, there is a statement of appropriated funds programmed for Indian Service activities by states for fiscal year 1958."]](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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs Information Request in 1958")
![["The 1955 Act allows for the voluntary or involuntary removal of restrictions on Indian property if it is determined that the individual no longer needs protection. The Act allows for complete removal of restrictions on all property. Prior to the 1955 Act, restrictions could be removed on specific portions of property. If an application for removal is rejected, appeals can be made to higher authorities."]](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_33_22_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Carl%20Albert%20Material,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_22_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Payment to Choctaw Indians")
![["A letter from Page Belcher, M.C. to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs requesting an investigation into a communication regarding the Comanche Constitution vote scheduled for November 29. The Association on American Indian Affairs urges reconsideration of the vote due to confusion among the Comanche people, and offers to collaborate with local organizations for voter education after the December tribal election. A telegram from Oliver La Farge, President of the Association on American Indian Affairs, reiterates the same message to the Assistant Secretary of the Interior."]](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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Communication Regarding Comanche Constitution Vote and Investigation Request")