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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_18_23_0000_2209
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Several people are clapping for them.
- Date:
- 1950/1976
- Creator:
- O'Neill, Dev
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Veterans--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967), 86th (1959-1961), 91st (1969-1971), 82nd (1951-1953), 90th (1967-1969), 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975), 84th (1955-1957), 94th (1975-1977), 83rd (1953-1955), 88th (1963-1965), 87th (1961-1963), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Adopted by Osage Tribal Council on May 15, 1953
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to National American Indian Housing Council's Quarterly Meeting
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967), 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 87th (1961-1963), 94th (1975-1977), 88th (1963-1965), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Investigation into Oklahoma's Indian Affairs: A Correspondence Between J.F. Bowers and Congressman Page Belcher
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tax Exemption on Homestead Allotments for the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Christian Women's Fellowship and Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Welfare of American Indians
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Commission and Tribal Appropriations
- Date:
- 1953-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- 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)
![["Black and white photograph print of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Several people are clapping for them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Photographs,%201910-1998%20-%20CAC_CC_001_18_1_0000_0000/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_18_23_0000_2209_thumbnail.jpg "John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Several people are clapping for them.")
![["The resolution was adopted by the Osage Tribal Council in a special session in May 1953 with unanimous vote and a quorum present. The names of the Principal Chief, Council Members, and Acting Secretary are listed as signatories."]](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_86_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Indians,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Adopted by Osage Tribal Council on May 15, 1953")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett acknowledges and thanks Johnnye Chopper for the invitation to the National American Indian Housing Council's Quarterly meeting, but regrets being unable to attend. He is sending a staff member in his place and extends his best wishes for a successful meeting."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to National American Indian Housing Council's Quarterly Meeting")
![["Mr. Bowers discusses the Indian situation in Oklahoma in a letter to Congressman Page Belcher. Belcher informs Bowers that a congressional investigation of Indian agencies will be conducted after Congress adjourns, with Oklahoma being one of the first states investigated. Belcher expresses hope that the inequities in the Indian program will be corrected. Bowers shares his observations of poverty and lack of educational opportunities for Indians in Canton, Oklahoma, and suggests that an educational program should be started for their benefit. Bowers invites Belcher to further discuss the matter when he returns to the state."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Investigation into Oklahoma's Indian Affairs: A Correspondence Between J.F. Bowers and Congressman Page Belcher")
![["Mr. George Williams from Wilburton, Oklahoma wrote to Hon. Page Belcher, House of Representatives, requesting information on tax exemption for homestead allotments for the Five Civilized Tribes. Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for clarification. The Bureau suggested Williams contact the Area Director for more information. Belcher assured Williams he would provide the information once he received it. Belcher also mentioned a report on House Resolution authorizing an investigation of Indian Affairs, which he sent separately. Williams expressed his support for President Eisenhower and requested updates on any changes in Indian policies."]](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_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tax Exemption on Homestead Allotments for the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The Christian Women's Fellowship group has expressed their interest in the welfare of the American Indian, particularly the Osage Tribe in Oklahoma, to Congressman Page Belcher. They approve of his efforts and advocate for non-termination of the Osage Indians. Congressman Belcher assures them that he will continue to work towards improving the welfare of the Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Christian Women's Fellowship and Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Welfare of American Indians")
![["The document discusses a memorial prepared by the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding the need for increased appropriations to address claims filed before the Indian Claims Commission. The memorial highlights the inadequate funding for the Commission and the Department of Justice, resulting in delays in processing the claims. It emphasizes the importance of providing a speedy and final resolution for the claims of various Indian tribes."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Commission and Tribal Appropriations")
![["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")
