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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.
- Date:
- 1949-11-23
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Quapaw Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_9_38_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Assistance for Indigenous Language Barrier at Idabel, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1950-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Repeal of Choctaw Tribe Termination Act
- Date:
- 1950-03-20
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Challenging the Misrepresentation of Oklahoma's Five Civilized Tribes: A Response to Angie Debo's Report
- Date:
- 1951-06-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Prescription drugs--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_65_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Admission Policies at the Talihina Indian Medical Center, 1951
- Date:
- 1951-09-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_65_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Stanton Kamp's Denied Admission to Talihina Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1951-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Area Director Meeting
- Date:
- 1952-04-09
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Assistance Request for Building a House
- Date:
- 1952-08-26
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document is a letter and resolution regarding desired legislation and a bill for the rehabilitation of the needy and deserving members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma. The resolution endorses the bill and urges Congress to enact it into law. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to undertake a program for economic improvements for the tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma, with a budget of $50,000,000. Loans can be made for economic development and education purposes, with specific eligibility criteria. Reimbursement for loans must be made within forty years."]](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_6_80_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_80_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes: A Letter from Carl Albert, M.C.")
![["A letter from Mrs. R.O. Scarborough to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about Cherokee claims due to her deceased family members. Congressman Albert is contacting the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency for information. The Area Director of the L.L. R. Division encloses a circular letter to provide information on payments to the Cherokee Tribe. Mrs. Scarborough requests information on Indian rights and benefits for her deceased family members who were members of the Cherokee 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_9_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%20General,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_38_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance for Indigenous Language Barrier at Idabel, Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses a bill introduced by Carl Albert in 1950 to authorize the commutation of annual appropriations for the Choctaw Tribe in Oklahoma, allowing for a lump sum payment to be distributed per capita to living enrolled members and heirs. The document also mentions subsequent inquiries and proposed bills regarding the distribution of tribal funds and the termination 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_63_45_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0002.pdf "Repeal of Choctaw Tribe Termination Act")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is being urged by the Choctaw Nation to support their request for an official nominating convention to select their next chief. They argue that they have the right to have a say in this decision, as they have fought and sacrificed for democracy. The Choctaw Nation also highlights their voting power in elections and the support they have from business leaders. They ask Senator Thomas to support their request and question if he truly is their friend."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Appeal for Democracy within the Choctaw Nation")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Mr. Harry J.W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, discussing the Muskogee situation and suggesting involving other Congressmen in addressing the issue. Albert also mentions inviting Ed Edmondson, a Democratic Congressional nominee, to a meeting in McAlester."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Choctaw Nation's Involvement in Muskogee Situation")
![["The writer, a member of the Choctaw Tribe, challenges the negative portrayal of living conditions among the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma as reported by the Indian Rights Association. After obtaining a copy of the report, the writer finds it to be more balanced than newspaper excerpts suggest, but criticizes the use of generalizations and discrepancies. The writer also notes differences in experiences among the various tribes, particularly the Cherokees who have had more contact with whites."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Challenging the Misrepresentation of Oklahoma's Five Civilized Tribes: A Response to Angie Debo's Report")
![["Mrs. Grace H. Mathews of McAlester, Oklahoma raised concerns about the admission requirements for the Talihina Indian Medical Center. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs explained that only indigent Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes are eligible for hospitalization, with specific rules regarding Indian blood quantum and marital status. The Commissioner also mentioned the limited number of beds available and ongoing reviews of admissions policies. Congressman Carl Albert assured Mrs. Mathews that he is looking into the matter and appreciates her support."]](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_65_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_65_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Admission Policies at the Talihina Indian Medical Center, 1951")
![["Mr. Henry Wesley inquires about why his brother-in-law, Stanton Kamp, was denied admission to the Talihina Indian Hospital in Oklahoma. The hospital stated that they are not equipped to treat patients with mental illnesses, such as senile dementia, which Mr. Kamp was diagnosed with. They advised that he be placed in a state institution instead. The hospital suggested that Mr. Kamp's family seek assistance from the County Judge in McAlester, Oklahoma. The letter from the Chief Medical Officer of the hospital, Dr. David W. Gillick, explains the situation and emphasizes that they are not able to handle mental cases at their facility. The letter was in response to inquiries made by Carl Albert, M.C. inquiring about Mr. Kamp's situation."]](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_65_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_65_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Stanton Kamp's Denied Admission to Talihina Indian Hospital")
![["Congressman W.G. Stigler wrote to Congressman Carl Albert about a matter concerning Mr. Roberts, the Area Director. Stigler suggested that Albert get in touch with Roberts soon and set up a meeting. The document was dated May 13, 1952, and Stigler asked for confidentiality. Albert responded on May 15, thanking Stigler for the information and promising to contact Roberts as soon as possible."]](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_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Area Director Meeting")
![["The document consists of correspondence between Mr. W.O. Roberts, Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Congressman Carl Albert regarding tribal recommendations and requests for support of various bills. Additionally, there is a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Sam Tekoblee requesting assistance to build a new house due to their old and dilapidated living conditions."]](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_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Muskogee%20Area%20Office%20-%20General,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Assistance Request for Building a House")