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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1959 Executive Council Meeting Summary: National Congress of American Indians Discusses Key Issues and Concerns
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 81st (1949-1951), 85th (1957-1959), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1959 Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians: Key Issues and Concerns
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Comanche Tribe Constitutional Committee, 1958-1959
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_9_41_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Cherokee Tribe Payments
- Date:
- 1950-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_88_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Congressman Carl Albert and Constituent Regarding Tribal Land Ownership and Old-Age Pension Eligibility
- Date:
- 1950-01-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School: A Discussion with the Council of American Indians
- Date:
- 1950-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1963 Correspondence Regarding Assistance Programs for Northern Cheyenne Indians
- Date:
- 1950-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Social Welfare
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Correspondence Regarding Poverty Program Impact on American Indians
- Date:
- 1950-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Records of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, 1950-1966
- Date:
- 1950-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961), 87th (1961-1963), 88th (1963-1965), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 89th (1965-1967), 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document from Page Belcher to Mr. Charlie B. Harper enclosed a copy of H.R. 1242, a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in January 1953. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain school properties to local school districts or public agencies. It also outlines the conditions and provisions for such conveyances, including the reservation of mineral deposits, requirements for property use, and potential forfeiture of conveyances for non-compliance. Harper had requested a copy of the bill in a previous letter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties")
![["The Executive Council of the National Congress of American Indians met in Washington, D.C. in March 1959 to discuss important issues facing American Indians. They expressed concern about the termination of Federal protection for Indian tribes, lack of action by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to conserve land, limitations on loans to tribes, access to credit for Indians, and the impact of Alaskan statehood on native communities. They also highlighted delays in settling Indian claims against the United States. The Council called for legislative action to address these issues and ensure the protection and well-being of Indian communities."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1959 Executive Council Meeting Summary: National Congress of American Indians Discusses Key Issues and Concerns")
![["The Executive Council of the National Congress of American Indians met in Washington, D.C. to discuss important issues affecting American Indians. They expressed concern about the premature termination of Indian tribes, lack of federal protection, slow progress in land conservation and readjustment, and limited access to loans. They also discussed the impact of Alaska statehood on natives and delays in settling Indian claims against the United States. The Council called for increased federal support and action to address these issues."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1959 Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians: Key Issues and Concerns")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. Houston Bus Hill, a lawyer, and various government officials regarding the Comanche Tribe of Indians and the defeat of a proposed constitution. The documents acknowledge receipt of communications, provide updates on the status of the matter, and discuss interpretations and legal implications of the proposed constitution. The government officials express regret that the reply is not more favorable and offer assistance in further clarifying the situation."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Comanche Tribe Constitutional Committee, 1958-1959")
![["Carl Albert, a Representative from Oklahoma, thanks the committee for holding a hearing on H. R. 6515, which aims to provide loans to members of the Five Civilized Tribes for business, agricultural, and educational purposes. He praises Congressman Bill Stigler for his work on tribal issues and emphasizes the need for more funding, less restrictive credit terms, and better administration of the program. Albert believes that the success of the program depends on the involvement of tribal members who understand the needs of their communities. He concludes by yielding the floor to representatives who can provide firsthand evidence of the program's effectiveness."]](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_9_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes%20Statement,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_41_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Cherokee Tribe Payments")
![["Carl Albert, a Congressman from Oklahoma, is corresponding with J.O. Litchford regarding his wife's property and eligibility for an old-age pension. They are seeking information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Department of Public Welfare. The Department of the Interior's Five Civilized Tribes Agency is also involved in determining Mrs. Litchford's financial status. The ultimate goal is to have restrictions removed from Mrs. Litchford's land so that Litchford can receive old Age Assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_88_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_88_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Congressman Carl Albert and Constituent Regarding Tribal Land Ownership and Old-Age Pension Eligibility")
![["Congressman Page Belcher is in communication with the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the situation at Chilocco Indian School. He has received letters and is keeping Mr. Haynie informed about the developments. The Council of American Indians has also expressed support for the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in handling the situation at Chilocco School."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School: A Discussion with the Council of American Indians")
![["The document from the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs provides information on the St. Labre Indian Mission School in Ashland, Montana, and the assistance programs available to the Northern Cheyenne Reservation community. It discusses the history and purpose of mission schools, the educational opportunities for Indian children, economic challenges on the reservation, efforts to address unemployment, public assistance programs, and the distribution of food commodities. The document highlights the ongoing support and assistance provided by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to address the needs of the community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/88th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_7_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201963-1964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_7_77_16A_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1963 Correspondence Regarding Assistance Programs for Northern Cheyenne Indians")
![["Miss Rebecca Putnam wrote to Congressman Page Belcher requesting information on how the Administration's Poverty Program will affect American Indians. Belcher responded by stating that he is looking into the matter and will provide information as soon as possible. He also forwarded Putnam's request to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for further consideration. Putnam had also reached out to the Office of Economic Opportunity and Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for information on the same topic."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Correspondence Regarding Poverty Program Impact on American Indians")
![["The text is a series of letters from the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes expressing appreciation and thanks to various individuals for their contributions to programs for the Indian people. The council also acknowledges the dedication and leadership of the recipients and sends best wishes for their future endeavors."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Records of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, 1950-1966")