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- 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_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_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support
- Date:
- 1953-01-23
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- 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_001_4_18_74_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Actions Regarding Mr. Belvin's Application
- Date:
- 1953-08-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000, Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
![["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")
![["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 document is a request for funds for stenographic help for the Choctaw Tribe, which were cut unjustly. The writer believes the officials are trying to punish him for not convincing the Choctaw people to vote to discontinue the Chief's office. He plans to come to Washington to enlist aid 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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Injustice in Indian Affairs: A Plea for Support")
![["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")
![["Mr. Lee called at 3:40 p.m. regarding an application made by Mr. Belvin. The Acting Commissioner mentioned that they cannot make a decision until Mr. Belvin officially applies. It is suggested that Mr. Belvin make the application in the usual manner and if denied, he can appeal to the Commissioner. The new Commissioner will be in Washington for a short time before visiting the Indians."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Actions Regarding Mr. Belvin's Application")