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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Rental Dispute: Bureau of Indian Affairs and Mr. John DeRoin, 1953
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Title Inquiry in 1953
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Teaching Position at Bureau of Indian Affairs in Wyandotte, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Wyandotte Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Probate of Mr. Kenworthy's Will
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding Job Application for Teacher-Advisor Position in Oklahoma's Indian Schools
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Cherokee Nation's Stance on Various Bills (1953)
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1954 Correspondence between Bureau of Indian Affairs and Attorney Frances McFadyen Regarding Indian Area Offices Consolidation
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Steel Shortage Threatens Natural Gas Supply, May Result in Usage Restrictions
- Date:
- 1951-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Statement on Natural Gas Supply Limitations by Secretary of the Interior in 1951
- Date:
- 1951-07-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Misrepresentations and Unfair Resource Allocation: A Letter to Senator O'Mahoney Regarding National Oil Resources and the Submerged Lands Controversy
- Date:
- 1951-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 113th (2013-2015), 82nd (1951-1953)
![["Mr. John DeRoin from Red Rock, Oklahoma wrote to Congressman Page Belcher about his land rental money being held by the Pawnee subagency. Congressman Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, who are looking into the situation and will provide an explanation soon."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Rental Dispute: Bureau of Indian Affairs and Mr. John DeRoin, 1953")
![["John L. Goode, an attorney at Goode, Goode & Henson in Shawnee, Oklahoma, writes to Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, to thank him for helping obtain information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Belcher had previously checked on an inquiry Goode made regarding a title covering a specific land tract. The Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that the deed in question was approved by the Secretary of the Interior in 1898, and provides information on the legislative authority for such approvals. Goode had initially written to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to request this information."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Title Inquiry in 1953")
![["Mr. Dan Herrington is interested in obtaining a teaching position at Wyandotte, Oklahoma through the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He reached out to Page Belcher for information and assistance, who in turn contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs to gather relevant details. Page Belcher forwarded information to Mr. Herrington along with a pamphlet to aid in the application process. Mr. Herrington expressed his interest and asked for guidance on the necessary steps to apply for the position."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Teaching Position at Bureau of Indian Affairs in Wyandotte, Oklahoma")
![["Congressman Page Belcher received a letter from Osage Indians regarding the probate of the will of Edmund Kennedy Kenworthy, a deceased Osage Indian, and the distribution of his estate. The Indian Agency had ruled out the original will that would have kept the lands for Kenworthy's children, and a hearing was scheduled for December 11, 1952. Belcher requested the Department of the Interior to investigate the matter and potentially postpone the hearing for a thorough review. He also informed his attorney, George B. Schwabe, Jr., about the situation and requested his assistance. Belcher received a response from the Department of the Interior explaining the appeal process for decisions adverse to the interests of the Osage Indians."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Probate of Mr. Kenworthy's Will")
![["The document is a correspondence between Hon. Page Belcher and the Department of the Interior regarding Mr. George C. Waggoner's desire to obtain a position as a Teacher-Advisor in Indian schools in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains the process of applying for such positions and the preference given to Indians in employment. Mr. Waggoner has applied for positions at boarding schools in Anadarko, Concho, Ardmore, and Hartshorne. The Bureau assures that his qualifications will be considered if his name is within reach for employment consideration."]](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_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding Job Application for Teacher-Advisor Position in Oklahoma's Indian Schools")
![["The document consists of three letters from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding different issues. The first letter endorses a bill to promote education and rehabilitation of Native Americans, the second letter opposes a bill regarding competency for Native Americans, and the third letter is a personal note expressing appreciation for a meeting with Congressman Belcher."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Cherokee Nation's Stance on Various Bills (1953)")
![["Frances McFadyen, an attorney at law in Anadarko, Oklahoma, received a letter from Honorable Page Belcher regarding the consolidation of Indian Area Offices. The decision was well-received, and Brewster McFadyen had recently completed a course at Ft. Leavenworth and was preparing to go to the Far East after a month's leave. Frances and her mother sent their regards to Page and Gladys."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1954 Correspondence between Bureau of Indian Affairs and Attorney Frances McFadyen Regarding Indian Area Offices Consolidation")
![["The Deputy Petroleum Administrator has stated that due to a steel shortage, the nation is facing a tight situation in natural gas supplies. To address this issue, a nationwide order may be issued to limit new space-heating customers and new large-volume customers unless approved by the Petroleum Administration for Defense. Exemptions and modifications will be made based on gas supply availability, and consultations will be held with industry representatives before any decision is made. The proposed order would not be retroactive and would not apply to manufactured gas service. The goal is to protect current customers and defense activities while addressing the inadequate transportation of natural gas. Ultimately, the hope is that sufficient steel will become available to resolve the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/82nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service,%20Bureau%20of%20Mines,%20Bureau%20of%20Reclamation.,%201951-1952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Steel Shortage Threatens Natural Gas Supply, May Result in Usage Restrictions")
![["Secretary of the Interior Oscar L. Chapman issued a statement regarding a tentative order by the Petroleum Administration for Defense to limit the use of natural gas. The order was necessary due to a shortage of steel for pipeline construction, which was hindering the expansion of gas transmission facilities. The restriction on gas sales was proposed to ensure sufficient supply for existing consumers and important defense plants. The order would only apply to certain areas where gas shortages were expected. Efforts were being made to consider the views of all interested parties, including gas distributors and equipment manufacturers, before issuing the final order."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/82nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service,%20Bureau%20of%20Mines,%20Bureau%20of%20Reclamation.,%201951-1952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Statement on Natural Gas Supply Limitations by Secretary of the Interior in 1951")
![["The Solicitor General wrote a letter to Senator O'Mahoney addressing inaccuracies in a pamphlet distributed by the National Association of Attorneys General regarding the ownership of submerged lands in the sea. The pamphlet falsely claims that each state owns valuable submerged lands within its boundaries, and that the title to these lands has been held by individual states rather than the federal government. The Solicitor General refutes these claims and argues that the proposed bill would enrich three states at the expense of the other 45 states by granting them a significant portion of revenue from offshore oil and gas deposits."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/82nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Fish%20and%20Wildlife%20Service,%20Bureau%20of%20Mines,%20Bureau%20of%20Reclamation.,%201951-1952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_1_3_30_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Misrepresentations and Unfair Resource Allocation: A Letter to Senator O'Mahoney Regarding National Oil Resources and the Submerged Lands Controversy")