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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerned Choctaw Indians Seek Justice: A Letter to Representative David Towell
- Date:
- 1973-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerned Choctaw Indians from Bryan County: An Appeal to Representative Clem McSpadden
- Date:
- 1973-06-14
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Referral to Honorable Carl Albert, 3rd Congressional District
- Date:
- 1973-08-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Updates from BIA Director Charles L. Ward
- Date:
- 1973-09-27
- Creator:
- Ward, Charles L.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Meeting Minutes: Chickasaw Tribe Land Dispute and Survey Funding Issues
- Date:
- 1973-12-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_19_91_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Speaker Carl Albert Welcomes Dr. Clennon E. Sockey as Director of Indian Education Programs
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- HUD Approval of Contract Increase for Housing Authority of Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Carl Albert's Independence Day Tour in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 0
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- 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:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_122_37_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Funds Approved for Expansion of Indian Housing Program
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Chickasaw Indians, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Katherine Monroy is writing a letter about a lawsuit that threatens her family's restricted Indian land in Oklahoma. The lawsuit, brought by two non-Indian neighbors, seeks to claim ownership of fences on the property through adverse possession. One of the plaintiffs is the Chief of the Choctaw Nation, who is leasing land from white property owners and stands to benefit if the lawsuit is successful. Monroy is concerned about the implications of the lawsuit and believes it is unjust for non-Indians to profit from the loss of their land."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerned Choctaw Indians Seek Justice: A Letter to Representative David Towell")
![["Katherine Monroy, a descendant of full-blood Choctaw Indian, is facing the threat of losing part of her family's restricted Indian land in a lawsuit brought by non-Indian neighbors. She believes the lawsuit is unjust and highlights the involvement of the Chief of the Choctaw Nation and his attorney, who are siding with the non-Indian plaintiffs. Monroy is seeking support and attention to the unfair situation her family is facing."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Concerned Choctaw Indians from Bryan County: An Appeal to Representative Clem McSpadden")
![["The document is written by Katherine Monroy, whose mother is a full-blood Choctaw Indian living on restricted Indian land in Bryan County, Oklahoma. They are facing a lawsuit brought by neighbors claiming ownership of a portion of their land. The Choctaw-Chickasaw Alliance, Inc. is advocating on their behalf, and the Speaker acknowledges their support in a response letter."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Referral to Honorable Carl Albert, 3rd Congressional District")
![["The Choctaw-Chickasaw Alliance, Inc. expresses concern over Chief Belvin's involvement in a legal battle against a tribal member over restricted Indian land. They believe that as a leader, he should prioritize the interests of the tribe over his own. They express disappointment in his actions and call for him to rectify the 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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Updates from BIA Director Charles L. Ward")
![["The memorandum records a meeting between Governor Overton James, Chief of the Chickasaw Tribe, and others to discuss problems faced by the tribe. Issues raised include legislation for a land dispute with the Cherokee Tribe, concerns about the survey of land riparian to the Arkansas River, the retirement of the Muskogee Area Director of BIA, and the impact of the Revenue Sharing program on Oklahoma Indian Tribes. The meeting also addressed the appointment of a new Area Director and tribal input on the matter. Governor James expressed concerns about tribal funding under the Revenue Sharing program, and the group agreed to follow up on the issues discussed."]](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_111_35_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Meeting Minutes: Chickasaw Tribe Land Dispute and Survey Funding Issues")
![["A Congressman in Washington is planning to introduce three bills related to Indian affairs in the next Congress. The first bill aims to extend restrictions on members of certain tribes, the second bill will reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission, and the third bill seeks to promote the rehabilitation of certain tribes. The Congressman emphasizes the importance of passing the first bill before the restrictions expire in April 1956. He has received support for these bills from various tribal officials and Indian individuals."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_19_91_0000-Press%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.%20Director%20of%20Indian%20Education%20Programs.,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_19_91_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Speaker Carl Albert Welcomes Dr. Clennon E. Sockey as Director of Indian Education Programs")
![["The document discusses three bills that Congressman Albert hopes to pass in the 84th Congress. The first bill aims to extend restrictions on the sale of restricted lands for Oklahoma Indians. The second bill will reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission. The third bill is the 1951 Stigler Bill, which aims to promote the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma. Congressman Albert emphasizes the importance of passing these bills before the upcoming deadlines to avoid confusion and hardships for the affected individuals."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0000-Press%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%20undated/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0001_thumbnail.jpg "HUD Approval of Contract Increase for Housing Authority of Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses a proposed bill to establish a ten million dollar revolving fund to provide long term loans to Native Americans in order to address their high rates of poverty and sub-standard living conditions. The bill has support from members of the Five Civilized Tribes and organizations focused on Native American welfare."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0000-Press%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%20undated/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Carl Albert's Independence Day Tour in Oklahoma")
![["Congressman Carl Albert announced plans to introduce three bills in the next Congress regarding Indian affairs. The first bill aims to extend restrictions on members of the Five Civilized Tribes, the second bill will reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission, and the third bill is focused on promoting the rehabilitation of members of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians in eastern Oklahoma. The priority is to pass the bill to extend restrictions before April 26, 1956, to protect Oklahoma Indians from potential hardships."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0000-Press%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%20undated/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_23_68_0003_thumbnail.jpg "0")
![["Federal funds have been approved for the Chickasaw Housing Authority to build more prefabricated homes for Indians on their land. The homes are either three or four bedrooms and recipients must contribute \"sweat labor\" towards construction. The homes are bought on a lease-purchase agreement and the federal government covers the difference between the cost to build and what the Indian pays. Approval has also been given to construct an additional 1,000 units in Oklahoma, with 300 of them being built in the Ada-Byng area. The tribe has also received a grant to train personnel for the Chickasaw Motor Inn in Sulphur."]](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_122_37_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_37_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Funds Approved for Expansion of Indian Housing Program")