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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_4_19_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Harry J. W. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1948-08-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Carl Albert Announces Per Capita Payments for Choctaws and Chickasaws
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Announces Progress on Per Capita Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Restrictions and Inequality: A Letter to Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Native Land Rights Dispute in Alaska: A Call for Congressional Action
- Date:
- 1949-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History
- Date:
- 1949-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Defense of Alaska Native Rights: A Thank You Letter to Senator Thomas
- Date:
- 1949-06-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for W. W. Keeler as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation
- Date:
- 1949-06-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Restoration of Unclaimed Funds to Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1949-07-15
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_56_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Malone Bill: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1950-01-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document informs Mr. D. J. Wesley that Harry J. W. Belvin has been appointed as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, after receiving the highest number of votes in an election held on June 21. President Truman signed a commission appointing Mr. Belvin for a term of four years starting on August 18, 1948. The document is signed by William Zimmerman, Jr., Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs."]](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_4_19_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_4_19_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Harry J. W. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation")
![["Congressman Carl Albert and the Oklahoma Congressional delegation met with officials to discuss the process of making per capita payments to the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Superintendent Roberts will set up an office in Muskogee to handle the payments, with the first checks expected to be sent out in July for $350 each to enrolled members. Heirs will be paid after living enrolled members receive their checks."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0000%20-%20Press%20Releases%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Carl Albert Announces Per Capita Payments for Choctaws and Chickasaws")
![["Congressman Carl Albert met with officials from the Indian Affairs department to discuss procedures for making per capita payments to the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Superintendent Roberts will set up an office in Masimagee to handle the payments, with the first checks expected to be sent out in July for $350 each to enrolled members. Payments will only be made after checks are sent out to living enrolled members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0000%20-%20Press%20Releases%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_1_33_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Announces Progress on Per Capita Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["The document is written by W.T. Blackwolf to United States historian Elmer Thomas in 1948, discussing the issues faced by Native Americans due to restrictions placed on them by government agencies. Blackwolf believes that abolishing these agencies and lifting restrictions would benefit the Native American community and reduce the burden on the Federal budget. He argues that these restrictions hinder the ability of young and middle-aged Native Americans to compete with the white race and suggests that they should be treated equally to the African American community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201948-1949,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Restrictions and Inequality: A Letter to Elmer Thomas")
![["Cyrus Peck, President of the Native Brotherhood in Sitka, Alaska, is writing to Secretary of the Interior Julius A. Krug expressing concern about a bill that would extinguish native land rights in Alaska and replace them with the right to sue for damages. Peck questions why legislation is necessary when the Department already has the power to settle these issues without costly lawsuits and rehabilitation programs. He urges Secretary Krug to clarify the situation before moving forward with the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Native Land Rights Dispute in Alaska: A Call for Congressional Action")
![["The document discusses the portrayal of Native Americans in history and media, highlighting the need for accurate representation. It also provides examples of historical events involving Native Americans that are often overlooked, emphasizing the importance of presenting their role in American history correctly. The document also mentions a resolution passed in Oklahoma advocating for a more positive portrayal of Native Americans in movies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201948-1949,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History")
![["James E. Curry acknowledges receipt of a letter from Honorable Elmer Thomas regarding suggestions for matters pertaining to the territory of Alaska. Curry expresses gratitude for Thomas's interest in defending the rights of the Alaska Native Brotherhood against a bill that would take their lands without consent. The bill has been deemed dead, but Curry warns that similar proposals may arise in the future. Curry thanks Thomas for his help and support."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Defense of Alaska Native Rights: A Thank You Letter to Senator Thomas")
![["The document is a recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior to appoint W. W. Keeler as the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Keeler is described as a strong and able man of Cherokee descent who has a sincere desire to serve his people. The document emphasizes Keeler's qualifications and the need for strong leadership to improve the standard of living for the Cherokee people. It also mentions Keeler's previous experience as Vice Chief and acting Chief in the absence of T. H. Milan. The document is signed by Hill Stansell of Westville, Oklahoma and copies are sent to Senator Thomas, Senator Kerr, and Congressman Stigler."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee%20Chief,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for W. W. Keeler as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation")
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert, M.C. to Mrs. Sophia Steedman, Secretary of the Pontotoc County Chickasaw Tribal Council, acknowledging receipt of a resolution expressing gratitude to Governor Overton James for his leadership and service to the Chickasaw tribe. Albert also mentions that he has recommended James for reappointment as Governor. The resolution highlights James' efforts to improve the social and economic status of tribal members and represents the tribe with dignity and honor. The resolution is recommended to be sent to the Secretary of the Interior and Commissioner of Indian Affairs."]](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_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Restoration of Unclaimed Funds to Chickasaw Nation")
![["The document is from Erle E. Howe, President of the National American Indian League, expressing support for the Malone Bill (S. 2726) which aims to emancipate American Indians and abolish the Indian Bureau. Senator Elmer Thomas responds, thanking Howe for his views and stating that he will consider them when the bill comes to the Senate for a vote."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_56_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201948-1949,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_56_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Malone Bill: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas")