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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_40_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Per Capita Payment Roll for Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes
- Date:
- 1959-04-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding H.R. 6095 and the Inter-Tribal Council's Support for Amendments to 1956 Indian Employment Act
- Date:
- 1959-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Payment Status
- Date:
- 1959-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Protecting the Oklahoma Indian Loan Fund: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1959-05-12
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Vocational Training Opportunities in Oklahoma in 1959
- Date:
- 1959-05-12
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_22_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma Lawmakers Advocate for Direct Appropriation to Cover Indian Loan Administration Costs
- Date:
- 1959-05-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Depletion of Indian Loan Funds: A Call for Direct Appropriation
- Date:
- 1959-05-13
- Creator:
- Kerr, Robert S. (Robert Samuel), 1896-1963
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Transfer of Former Ponca Sub-Agency Buildings to the Ponca Tribe and American Legion Post No. 38
- Date:
- 1959-06-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Affairs and Legislative Support in 1959
- Date:
- 1959-06-10
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Update on Five Civilized Tribes Foundation Grant Application
- Date:
- 1959-06-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
![["The document is from Robert Goombi, Chairman of the Kiowa-Comanche & Apache Tribal Business Committee, recommending Houston Bus Hill for a vacancy on the Indian Claims Commission. Goombi expresses his belief that Hill is qualified and well-respected within the Indian community. Carl Albert, a Congressman, acknowledges receipt of the recommendation and appreciates it."]](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_40_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20KiowaComanche,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_40_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Per Capita Payment Roll for Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes")
![["Miss Marie L. Wadley, Executive Secretary of Tribal Programs at the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher expressing support for H.R. 6095, which would amend an act related to employment for certain adult Indians. Belcher responded, acknowledging her letter and stating that he has no way of knowing the outcome of the bill but will remember her interest and suggestions if it comes to the House floor."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding H.R. 6095 and the Inter-Tribal Council's Support for Amendments to 1956 Indian Employment Act")
![["The document from Mr. Elias T. McIntosh to Congressman Carl Albert expresses the need for a per capita payment or settlement for the Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert responds by informing McIntosh that the claims of the Choctaws have been completed and there is currently no pending payment for them. He also mentions that the Creeks east of the Mississippi River recently received an award. McIntosh expresses disappointment in the response, stating that the Choctaw tribe is in need of a payment or settlement."]](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_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Payment Status")
![["Mr. Traut inquired about whether the Choctaw Indians would receive a payment soon. Congressman Carl Albert responded that the claims of the Choctaws and Chickasaws have been completed and there is no payment due to the Choctaw tribe at this time. He also mentioned that a recent award to the Creeks did not apply to the Choctaws."]](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_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Protecting the Oklahoma Indian Loan Fund: A Call to Action")
![["The document is a response from the Department of the Interior to Congressman Page Belcher regarding Indian matters raised by Mr. R. A. Parker. The Department addresses various topics including assistance for Turtle Mountain Indians, Indian Claims Commission, vocational training for Indians, eligibility criteria, and services for Indians in Oklahoma. The Department also mentions efforts to attract industry for employment opportunities for Indian people in the Ponca City area."]](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_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Vocational Training Opportunities in Oklahoma in 1959")
![["Senators Kerr and Monroney, along with Representative Edmondson, are urging the Senate Appropriations Committee to make a direct appropriation for administering loans to Indians by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They argue that using appropriated loan funds for administrative costs has significantly reduced the principal available for loans, impacting Indian communities. They propose amending the appropriations bill to provide for administrative needs and replenish the funds that have been reduced."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma Lawmakers Advocate for Direct Appropriation to Cover Indian Loan Administration Costs")
![["The Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Inc. sent a letter to Congressman Carl Albert requesting assistance with a land title issue involving the Caddo, Wichita, and Delaware Indian Tribes. Congressman Albert responded, informing them that he would work with Congressman Toby Morris to address 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_33_24_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Caddo,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Depletion of Indian Loan Funds: A Call for Direct Appropriation")
![["The document is a series of correspondence between various individuals regarding the transfer of a building located at the Ponca Indian Sub-Agency to the American Legion Post No. 38 of White Eagle, Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs favors transferring the surplus buildings to the Ponca Tribe under certain provisions, and actions are being taken to facilitate the transfer. The American Legion Post is advised to make a formal request to the Ponca Tribe for the building. Congressman Page Belcher is actively involved in inquiring about the status of the building and facilitating the transfer process."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Transfer of Former Ponca Sub-Agency Buildings to the Ponca Tribe and American Legion Post No. 38")
![["The document consists of three letters dated May 5, 1959, July 27, 1959, and May 11, 1959, between Miss Marie L. Wadley and Page Belcher regarding the support of certain legislation by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes. Miss Wadley expresses the council's support for various bills related to Indian affairs, and Belcher acknowledges the support and assures that their views will be considered."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Affairs and Legislative Support in 1959")
![["The Five Civilized Tribes Foundation in Muskogee submitted a grant application for the Adult Education Program under Public Law 92-318 (Indian program) to the Office of Education. They were informed that a decision on funding will be made by June 1, and not all applicants will be funded due to lack of funds. The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Office of Education have been in communication regarding the proposal and are keeping the Foundation updated on the status of their application. The Foundation expressed gratitude for the support and assistance they have received."]](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_121_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20-%20Five%20Civilzed%20Tribes,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Update on Five Civilized Tribes Foundation Grant Application")