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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Creek Indian Council Resolution and Land Conveyance
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Over Disputed Homestead Land in Chickasha, Oklahoma, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Certification of Entitlement to Public Domain Indian Land
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Initiation of 'Operation Bootstrap' in Pawhuska, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- Shoemake, Hockley Taliaferro, 1922-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Request for Extension of the Osage Mineral Trust Period by the Osage Tribal Council, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Tribe Member's Inquiry into Allotted Land: Correspondence Between Roy Skaggs and the Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Home Purchase and Land Sale in 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Clarification on Cherokee Tribe Allotment for Roy Skaggs
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Monroney Regarding Construction Program at Sequoyah Indian School, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Clarification on Mrs. Coate's Enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy
- Date:
- 1963-01-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a resolution from the Creek Indian Council regarding the conveyance of land to the heirs of Adam Jones. The recipient of the letter expresses gratitude and promises to explore the matter carefully in cooperation with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Oklahoma Delegation. Additionally, a copy of proposed legislation related to the Council recommendation is included for consideration and action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0025.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Creek Indian Council Resolution and Land Conveyance")
![["LeRoy Hampton's letter alleging that his homestead land awarded as a citizen of the Choctaw Nation has been seized and held illegally was addressed by the Department of the Interior. They informed him that the restrictions on his land were removed in 1920, terminating their jurisdiction over his land. The Bureau of Indian Affairs also provided information on the removal of restrictions for individuals with a certain degree of Indian blood, including Hampton. They clarified that his land was no longer under their jurisdiction and provided historical context on the removal of restrictions. The Department also returned the original copy of Hampton's Homestead Patent for safekeeping."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0035.pdf "Correspondence Over Disputed Homestead Land in Chickasha, Oklahoma, 1963")
![["Amos Hopkins wrote to inquire about certification of entitlement to public domain Indian land. The Bureau of Indian Affairs delegated the authority to issue Certificates of Eligibility to the Anadarko Area Director, who considers applications on an individual basis. The Bureau of Land Management does not maintain a list of public domain lands, so it is the responsibility of the applicant to locate suitable land. The Kiowa Land Association's list of member-applicants cannot be considered a blanket application, and each member must apply individually. Senator Mike Monroney forwarded Hopkins' concerns to the Bureau, and they assured that applications will be duly considered. The Kiowa Tribal Land Association requested assistance in obtaining Certificates of Eligibility, citing discrepancies in the Bureau's actions and requesting an investigation into Indian Bureau policies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0034.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Certification of Entitlement to Public Domain Indian Land")
![["The letter is a request for information on Operation Bootstrap from Senator Mike Monroney, on behalf of the Heeko women's club in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. The program aims to improve the lives of the Osage population by providing training programs and job opportunities. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has been contacted to arrange a meeting with Shockley T. Shoemake to discuss the program further. Senator Monroney's office has been asked to provide any information they can gather on the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0029.pdf "Correspondence Regarding the Initiation of 'Operation Bootstrap' in Pawhuska, Oklahoma")
![["The Osage Tribal Council is requesting an extension of the Osage Mineral Trust Period in perpetuity in order to plan for the economic and general welfare of the tribe. They believe that complications will arise if the period is not extended, and they have the support of the entire Osage Tribe. They have submitted exhibits showing the value of the mineral resources on the reservation. The Council believes that extending the trust period is in the best interest of the tribe and is urging the Department of the Interior to support their request. They believe that resolving this issue is the first step in addressing other problems related to tribal affairs. The letter is signed by the Principal Chief and other council members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0034.pdf "Request for Extension of the Osage Mineral Trust Period by the Osage Tribal Council, 1963")
![["Roy Skaggs wrote a letter to Senator A.S. Mike Monroney regarding a missing 10-acre fraction of land that should have been allotted to him as a member of the Cherokee Tribe of Indians. Senator Monroney forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for investigation and promised to write back with a report once they have more information. Skaggs expressed his hope that the Senator can help him obtain the missing deed for the land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0011.pdf "Cherokee Tribe Member's Inquiry into Allotted Land: Correspondence Between Roy Skaggs and the Department of the Interior")
![["Mrs. Alma N. Sine wrote to Senator Monroney seeking assistance with accessing funds from a land sale in order to purchase a home. The funds were deposited in September, but a clear title was not obtained until October. The purchase order and check were sent to the joint owners of the home on November 8. The Area Director thanked Senator Monroney for his interest in the matter and assured that efforts were being made to expedite the disbursement of funds. Senator Monroney forwarded Mrs. Sine's letter to the Anadarko Area Office for assistance, and they acknowledged receipt and indicated that they would contact their Area Field Representative for further information. Mrs. Sine expressed her urgency to move into the home before winter and requested prompt assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0021.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Home Purchase and Land Sale in 1963")
![["The letter to Roy Skaggs from the Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that he was allotted 80 acres of land valued at $320, with his mother receiving $11.60 to equalize the allotment. This fulfills his entitlement as an allottee of the Cherokee Tribe. The letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs was in response to correspondence on behalf of Skaggs from Senator Mike Monroney."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0020.pdf "Clarification on Cherokee Tribe Allotment for Roy Skaggs")
![["The construction program at Sequoyah Indian School in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is scheduled for inclusion in the 1965 fiscal year budget. An architect has not been selected yet, but inquiries have been made to Oklahoma architects and a selection is expected soon. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has a policy of selecting architects and engineers from the same state as the project location."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0022.pdf "Letter to Senator Monroney Regarding Construction Program at Sequoyah Indian School, 1963")
![["Mrs. Ella C. Coate inquired about enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community in Wisconsin, but the Great Lakes Agency of the Bureau of Indian Affairs found no record of her enrollment. They suggest contacting George Heron, President of the Seneca Nation of Indians in New York. Senator Monroney was also informed that Mrs. Coate is not enrolled with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0002.pdf "Clarification on Mrs. Coate's Enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy")