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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- State Education Official Defends Chilocco Indian School Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Impact of Bureau of Indian Affairs' Ruling on Oklahoma Schools in 1958
- Date:
- 1957-04-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Indigenous Education in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Continuation of Neighborhood Youth Corps
- Date:
- 1965-08-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_24_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Funding for Chilocco Indian School in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["A state education department official defended the Chilocco Indian School, stating that students are not being mistreated and that the school provides important opportunities for economically and socially disadvantaged children. He emphasized the need for more funding to support the school's programs. Additionally, a Cherokee councilman and a retired army lieutenant colonel who attended the school also spoke positively about their experiences there."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0041_thumbnail.jpg "State Education Official Defends Chilocco Indian School Amidst Allegations of Mistreatment")
![["The State Superintendent of Oklahoma is writing to Congressman Page Belcher about a recent ruling by the Bureau of Indian Affairs that has negatively impacted schools in Oklahoma. The ruling has caused a reduction in funds for schools serving indigent Indian children, leading to potential closures of lunch programs and transportation services. The Superintendent is requesting reconsideration of the ruling and proposes solutions to mitigate the impact on affected schools."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Impact of Bureau of Indian Affairs' Ruling on Oklahoma Schools in 1958")
![["Mrs. George Prentice Riley wrote to Congressman Page Belcher seeking financial aid for her children's education, but was informed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs that her children do not qualify for their benefits due to not meeting the required Indian blood percentage. The Bureau suggested looking into other federal aid programs and speaking with Okmulgee State Technical School for assistance. Congressman Belcher promised to look into the matter further and provide assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Indigenous Education in 1966")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council, comprised of members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma, is seeking assistance for youth programs in Eastern Oklahoma that are being cut back. They highlight the success of the Neighborhood Youth Corps program in helping low-income children, with statistics showing high rates of college enrollment and reduced juvenile delinquency. They request the President's support in continuing these programs to benefit all children in need."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Continuation of Neighborhood Youth Corps")
![["David H. Daulton, the Executive Vice President of the Arkansas City Chamber of Commerce, wrote to Honorable Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, expressing concern about the lack of planning appropriation money for the Chilocco Indian School in fiscal year 1973. Belcher forwarded the inquiry to the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare for further action. The Chamber of Commerce is worried about the school's progress and the need for funding to support the educational facilities for its students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_24_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_24_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Funding for Chilocco Indian School in 1971")