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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Communication Regarding Comanche Constitution Vote and Investigation Request
- Date:
- 1958-11-16
- Creator:
- Debo, Angie, 1890-1988
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1958 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1958-11-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman Belcher Regarding the Treatment of American Indians
- Date:
- 1958-11-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1958 Correspondence on the Exemption of the Five Civilized Tribes from the Moratorium on Indian Land Sales
- Date:
- 1958-11-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter Correspondence Regarding Termination of Indian Reservations in 1958
- Date:
- 1958-11-24
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_22_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Removal of Restrictions on Indian Property Rights: A Historical Perspective
- Date:
- 1959-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Recognition of Land Rights for Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1959-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Lands and Per Capita Payments
- Date:
- 1959-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Inquiry on Payments to Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians
- Date:
- 1959-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Inquiry Regarding Relocation Assistance for Mrs. Lucy Tubbee Peters
- Date:
- 1959-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
![["A letter from Page Belcher, M.C. to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs requesting an investigation into a communication regarding the Comanche Constitution vote scheduled for November 29. The Association on American Indian Affairs urges reconsideration of the vote due to confusion among the Comanche people, and offers to collaborate with local organizations for voter education after the December tribal election. A telegram from Oliver La Farge, President of the Association on American Indian Affairs, reiterates the same message to the Assistant Secretary of the Interior."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Communication Regarding Comanche Constitution Vote and Investigation Request")
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation is requesting assistance from the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation in regards to the appointment of the Chief of the Nation. They are asking for a meeting with the Secretary of the Interior, continued involvement in the selection process, and for an extension of the current term to allow for a referendum election or nominating convention."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1958 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation")
![["The document writer expresses concern about the mistreatment and exploitation of American Indians, as highlighted in a recent TV program. They question the lack of sympathy from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the violation of treaties with the Native Americans. The writer urges action to address this issue and questions the inconsistency between foreign aid efforts and treatment of Native Americans. The document is forwarded to Congressman Belcher for his attention and response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman Belcher Regarding the Treatment of American Indians")
![["The document from the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes to Senator James E. Murray requests exemption of the Five Tribes from the Moratorium on Indian Land Sales. The Resolution highlights the hardships faced by tribal members due to the moratorium and strongly recommends taking steps to exempt the tribes. Congressman Page Belcher acknowledges receipt of the Resolution and thanks the Council for providing the information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1958 Correspondence on the Exemption of the Five Civilized Tribes from the Moratorium on Indian Land Sales")
![["The document is a response to Mr. J. E. O'Malley Jr.'s inquiry about the termination of Indian Reservations in the United States. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is forwarding his communication to Congressman Belcher in Oklahoma for his response. The document expresses that Congressman Belcher will be glad to hear from Mr. O'Malley on the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Correspondence Regarding Termination of Indian Reservations in 1958")
![["Oklahoma Senators and Congressmen are urging the Senate Appropriations Committee to provide a direct appropriation to cover the cost of administering loans to Indians by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They argue that funds allocated for Indian loans have been significantly reduced in recent years due to administrative costs. They are requesting that the House-passed Interior Department appropriations bill be amended to provide for these administrative needs and to replace the funds that have been diminished. Other members of the Oklahoma delegation are also involved in the effort to address this issue."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Removal of Restrictions on Indian Property Rights: A Historical Perspective")
![["The document consists of correspondence between Mr. Ward C. Fronterhouse and various officials regarding inquiries about the sale of Choctaw lands and per capita payments under Public Law 86-192. The officials assure Mr. Fronterhouse that they are looking into the matter and will provide further information as needed. The timeline for the land sale and per capita distribution is uncertain, but efforts are being made to expedite the process."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Recognition of Land Rights for Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma")
![["The document is a response to Mr. Abner White's inquiry about a possible Choctaw per capita payment. It explains that a bill passed by Congress allows for the distribution of tribal funds among members, but payments will be under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The document also mentions concerns about the loss of tribal lands and urges Congressman Albert to take action on behalf of the Choctaw Tribe."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Lands and Per Capita Payments")
![["The document is a correspondence between Congressman Carl Albert and Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation. Belvin expresses gratitude for Albert's efforts on behalf of the Choctaw people, particularly in preserving their voice in selecting the Principal Chief. Albert responds with thanks and offers his best wishes for the New Year, as well as his availability for any further assistance."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Inquiry on Payments to Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians")
![["Mrs. Sarah E. Basden wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about a rumor that the United States Government is making final payments to all American people with Indian blood, regardless of enrollment. Congressman Albert responds, stating that there is no truth to the rumor and that possession of Indian blood does not automatically entitle one to benefits. He offers to assist Mrs. Basden in determining her tribal affiliation and clarifies that each tribe has its own enrollment qualifications."]](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_29_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Cases,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Inquiry Regarding Relocation Assistance for Mrs. Lucy Tubbee Peters")