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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Education and Spiritual Culture: A Call for Support from the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1953-01-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Restoration of Funds for Stenographic Assistance in Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1953-01-09
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs
- Date:
- 1953-01-16
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Chief Harry Belvin Regarding Pending Matters
- Date:
- 1953-01-16
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration
- Date:
- 1953-01-26
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Quapaw Indian Tribe Inquiry
- Date:
- 1953-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Wyandotte Tribe of Oklahoma and Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Indian Affairs Resolution, 1953
- Date:
- 1953-02-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Wyandotte Nation, Quapaw Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Seneca-Cayuga Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Shawnee Tribe, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Concerns and Political Activities in Oklahoma, 1953
- Date:
- 1953-02-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Processing of Indian Affairs Claims
- Date:
- 1953-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Guardianship of Osage Indian, Jules C. Pappin
- Date:
- 1953-04-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
![["The document is requesting Congressman Carl Albert's help in getting funds to hire a stenographer for the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. The Chief emphasizes the importance of education and spiritual culture for the people and hopes for cooperation in getting the funds restored."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Education and Spiritual Culture: A Call for Support from the Choctaw Nation")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Carl Albert to Choctaw Chief Harry J. W. Belvin, expressing willingness to assist in restoring funds for stenographic help for the Chief's duties. Congressman Albert mentions contacting Senator Kerr's office for information on the matter and suggests a follow-up call on the 13th."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Restoration of Funds for Stenographic Assistance in Choctaw Nation")
![["The letter is addressed to Mr. Harry J. W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, from CART ALBERT, M. C. Third District, Oklahoma. The letter discusses a matter that is being taken up with Rex Lee, with the hope of getting a response soon. The sender emphasizes the importance of resolving the issue before a new administration takes over."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Harry J.W. Belvin, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. Albert is discussing a matter with Rex Lee and assures Belvin that he will inform him of any updates. Albert emphasizes the importance of reaching a decision before a new administration takes over."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Choctaw Chief Harry Belvin Regarding Pending Matters")
![["The letter is a request from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert for assistance in restoring funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Nation. Belvin asks for help in obtaining information from the Indian Office and insists that the funds be restored promptly. Belvin expresses his commitment to addressing any double-dealing tactics and emphasizes the importance of educational and spiritual culture for the people."]](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_18_74_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Nation,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_74_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Principal Chief Belvin's 1953 Letter to Congressman Albert Seeking Assistance in Choctaw Tribal Budget Restoration")
![["The document is a series of letters and correspondence regarding a request for information about the Quapaw Indian Tribe in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs does not have all the information requested but provides some details about the tribe's open roll and census numbers. Congressman Page Belcher assists in obtaining and forwarding this information to the requester, Mr. William J. Supernaw."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Quapaw Indian Tribe Inquiry")
![["The document is a letter from Lawrence E. Zane, the First Chief of the Wyandotte Tribe of Oklahoma, to Congressman Page Belcher, discussing resolutions adopted at a meeting of various tribes regarding the appointment of a Commissioner of Indian Affairs. The resolutions emphasize the need for a qualified individual with knowledge of Indian issues and suggest that a member of the Indian community should be appointed to the position. The document also calls for unity among tribal organizations in Oklahoma to present a united front to the authorities."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Wyandotte Tribe of Oklahoma and Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Indian Affairs Resolution, 1953")
![["A letter from George Gibbs to C.A. Wheeler, Jr. expressing concern about issues facing his tribe and suggesting solutions. Gibbs also discusses his efforts to get Native Americans involved in the Republican campaign and requests support for a candidate for Indian Affairs Commissioner. Wheeler acknowledges Gibbs' letter and offers to discuss Young Republican activities with him in the future."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Concerns and Political Activities in Oklahoma, 1953")
![["Mrs. Norma Brown Boyd wrote to Page Belcher, M. C. regarding claims about which she had written. Mr. W. O. Roberts, Area Director of the Indian Affairs Office in Muskogee, confirmed that all claims have been processed and forwarded to Kansas City for checks to be written and mailed to the heirs. Mrs. Boyd had mentioned that one of her sisters is unknown, which is causing delays in receiving the payments. Page Belcher assured Mrs. Boyd that he would look into the matter and provide updates as soon as possible."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Processing of Indian Affairs Claims")
![["The document is from Reverend Zunigha to Congressman Belcher, requesting assistance in removing the guardian of Mr. Jules C. Pappin, an Osage Indian, who believes his guardian has misused his money. The document explains that Mr. Pappin was issued a certificate of competency by the Department of the Interior, but he still needs to petition the County Court for removal of his guardian. The Reverend urges Congressman Belcher to use his influence to investigate and stop the corruption."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Guardianship of Osage Indian, Jules C. Pappin")