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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Correspondence Section in Muskogee Area Office
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Leased District Claim Payment
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_66_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with Welfare Checks for Mrs. Minnie Brown
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_70_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Lead Prospecting in LeFlore County, 1951
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Choctaw Tribe's Controversial Election of Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to Senator Monroney: Investigating Financial Irregularities within the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Chief Belvin's Promise to the Choctaw Nation and Appeal to Senator Monroney for Democratic Process
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas: Seeking Support for Choctaw Chief Appointment
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Selection Process for the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information on Status of Lease District Funds Appropriation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document consists of two letters from Carl Albert, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, regarding requests from the Choctaw Council of Talihina, Oklahoma to set up a correspondence section in the Muskogee Area Office to handle future per capita payments. Albert assures the recipients that he will do everything he can to get the Indian Office to establish this section. He also addresses concerns about heirship claims and payment delays, stating that he has already taken action to ensure that heirs who have filed proper proofs receive their payments."]](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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Correspondence Section in Muskogee Area Office")
![["The document is requesting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the payment to be received by members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for their leased district claim. The sender also asks for information on the amount of the commutation payment."]](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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Leased District Claim Payment")
![["Mr. Wisman Bohanan was deemed ineligible to receive public assistance due to owning land, which made him ineligible according to the Department of Public Welfare policies. His case was closed because he did not cooperate in securing the removal of restrictions on his surplus land. Various letters were exchanged between Mr. Bohanan, government officials, and welfare departments regarding his case and the removal of restrictions on his land. Congressman Carl Albert also got involved in the matter to try and help Mr. Bohanan receive 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_11_66_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Welfare%20and%20Old%20Age%20Assistance%20(1),%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_66_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with Welfare Checks for Mrs. Minnie Brown")
![["Dr. F. W. Bird is seeking a permit to prospect for lead on Forest land in LeFlore County, Oklahoma. He initially contacts Carl Albert for assistance, who directs him to the Indian Office and Bureau of Land Management. After some back and forth communication, it is determined that the land is under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management and Bird's application for a permit is processed."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_11_70_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Land+Management+-+Alaska,+1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_70_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Lead Prospecting in LeFlore County, 1951")
![["The document discusses the Choctaw tribe's election process for selecting a principal chief. Harry J. W. Belvin is recommended for the position, receiving the most votes in a mail referendum. The Choctaws have not always been pleased with chiefs selected for them by the secretary of interior. The tribe's progressive nature and involvement in business and official circles is highlighted. The interior secretary has the power to appoint a chief, and Belvin's appointment will be evaluated before a decision is made. The Choctaws also voted on whether the chief should be paid and had varied opinions on the matter."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Choctaw Tribe's Controversial Election of Principal Chief")
![["The letter to Senator Mike Monroney discusses concerns about the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the mismanagement of tribal funds. The writer questions where the money from tribal land sales has gone and calls for an investigation into the matter. They highlight various issues such as unclaimed funds and unallotted land that should be addressed. The writer also mentions the importance of tribal chiefs in handling tribal business."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0004_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to Senator Monroney: Investigating Financial Irregularities within the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Senator Mike Monroney is being praised for his influence and ability to advocate for the democratic rights of the Choctaw people. The author, Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation, promises to fight against injustice if discrimination occurs, emphasizing his commitment to his 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Chief Belvin's Promise to the Choctaw Nation and Appeal to Senator Monroney for Democratic Process")
![["The letter is written to Senator Elmer Thomas, requesting his support for the appointment of James H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaws. The writer expresses dissatisfaction with the current Chief Durant and questions why they do not have the right to choose their own leader. The writer believes Senator Thomas has enough influence to help in the appointment process and urges him to consider the majority of Choctaws who are calling for a change."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0023_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas: Seeking Support for Choctaw Chief Appointment")
![["The letter is inquiring about the procedure for selecting a Principal Chief for the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. It mentions previous correspondence from the Department of the Interior expressing sympathy for the desire of the Choctaw people to have a voice in the selection. The letter requests an update on the progress towards establishing machinery for the Choctaws to make the selection themselves, as promised in previous correspondence."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Selection Process for the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The Choctaw Chief is inquiring about the status of a $45,000 appropriation for per capita payments out of lease district funds. He is asking the Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Supervisor for information to pass on to correspondents."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information on Status of Lease District Funds Appropriation")