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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School and Potential Bureau of Indian Affairs Contract with a Private Organization, 1969
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Top Indian Affairs Official Visits Oklahoma for Firsthand Look at Chilocco Indian School
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Senator Bellmon's Critique of Political Exploitation of Minority Groups
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951), 82nd (1951-1953), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Chilocco Indian School Superintendent Refutes Claims of Brutality and Abuse
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between the National Council on Indian Opportunity and Congress Regarding Resolutions on Indian Rights and Legislation
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Susan Younghawk Coons' Oil Royalty Payments Investigation
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 81st (1949-1951), 86th (1959-1961), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 86th (1959-1961), 83rd (1953-1955), 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1959 Executive Council Meeting Summary: National Congress of American Indians Discusses Key Issues and Concerns
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 81st (1949-1951), 85th (1957-1959), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1959 Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians: Key Issues and Concerns
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955), 84th (1955-1957), 81st (1949-1951), 85th (1957-1959), 86th (1959-1961)
![["Congressman Page Belcher is concerned about the situation at Chilocco Indian School and has written to Commissioner Robert L. Bennett of the Bureau of Indian Affairs requesting a report on the conditions at the school and the Bureau's position on allegations made against it. Belcher also mentions the possibility of the school being taken out of the Bureau's control. The Council of American Indians in Tulsa, Oklahoma has expressed support for the Commissioner's actions regarding the school."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Situation at Chilocco Indian School and Potential Bureau of Indian Affairs Contract with a Private Organization, 1969")
![["Dr. Leon Wall, superintendent of Indian schools, arrived in Oklahoma to investigate conditions at Chilocco Indian School. Reports of mistreatment of students led to a BIA survey, and decisions on the future of the school are pending until all facts are known. Tribal councils are meeting to discuss the situation and protest any plans for private contractor operation of the school."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Top Indian Affairs Official Visits Oklahoma for Firsthand Look at Chilocco Indian School")
![["The document discusses the Ponca City News, a newspaper published in Oklahoma. It mentions the staff and ownership of the newspaper, as well as a quote from Psalms and a statement from President John F. Kennedy about war. The editor criticizes Senator Henry Bellmon for his actions regarding minority groups and Senator Teddy Kennedy's political tour of Alaska, suggesting it is for publicity rather than genuine concern. Bellmon's actions are praised for calling attention to this issue, and the editor criticizes the biased reporting and motives behind Kennedy's tour. It is suggested that Bellmon's actions may not have a significant impact on Teddy Kennedy's campaign."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Bellmon's Critique of Political Exploitation of Minority Groups")
![["The superintendent of Chilocco Indian School denies reports of brutality at the institution, calling them false and exaggerated. He claims that the students are not abused and that the reports are fabricated. He acknowledges that there are some problems at the school, but insists that they are blown out of proportion. He invites anyone to come see the school for themselves and denies fostering a \"failure syndrome\" among the students. He believes that those spreading false reports are trying to make it hard on Indians."]](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_0053_thumbnail.jpg "Chilocco Indian School Superintendent Refutes Claims of Brutality and Abuse")
![["The document is a resolution adopted by the Executive Committee of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes regarding the administration of the Johnson O'Malley program for Indian students in public schools. The resolution recommends that the program continue to be administered by the Indian Education Division of the Oklahoma State Department of Education, but also suggests that if the Bureau of Indian Affairs insists on contracting with an Indian organization or tribe, the Five Civilized Tribes should be awarded a single contract for the program in schools under the jurisdiction of the Muskogee Area Office. The resolution was adopted unanimously in a special-called session in Tulsa on February 9, 1972."]](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_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes: 1972 Resolution on the Administration of the Johnson O'Malley Program")
![["The document consists of letters from the National Council on Indian Opportunity to Congressman Page Belcher, enclosing resolutions adopted at a special regional meeting regarding amendments to the Johnson-O'Malley Act, the establishment of an Indian Trust Council Authority, and the representation of Indian tribes in legal matters. Congressman Belcher acknowledges receipt of the resolutions and assures that they will receive his attention when relevant matters come before Congress."]](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_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between the National Council on Indian Opportunity and Congress Regarding Resolutions on Indian Rights and Legislation")
![["Mrs. Susan Younghawk Coons of Pawnee, Oklahoma had complained about her oil royalty payments not being received on time. The Department of Interior, Geological Survey of Oklahoma investigated the matter and found that all complaints were unfounded. They provided a detailed account of the oil production and royalty payments made by both Gulf Coast Western and Wilkonson. Mrs. Coons was advised to check with the Indian Agency at Pawnee to confirm that the payments had been credited to her account. The department also addressed her concerns about delays in payments on Indian leases compared to non-Indian leases, stating that they were not aware of any discrimination in payments. Congressman Page Belcher assured Mrs. Coons that he would check into the matter further if she still felt confused after reading the department's response."]](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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Susan Younghawk Coons' Oil Royalty Payments Investigation")
![["The document from Page Belcher to Mr. Charlie B. Harper enclosed a copy of H.R. 1242, a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in January 1953. The bill authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to convey certain school properties to local school districts or public agencies. It also outlines the conditions and provisions for such conveyances, including the reservation of mineral deposits, requirements for property use, and potential forfeiture of conveyances for non-compliance. Harper had requested a copy of the bill in a previous letter."]](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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding H.R. 1242: Proposed Legislation for the Transfer of Federal Indian School Properties")
![["The Executive Council of the National Congress of American Indians met in Washington, D.C. in March 1959 to discuss important issues facing American Indians. They expressed concern about the termination of Federal protection for Indian tribes, lack of action by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to conserve land, limitations on loans to tribes, access to credit for Indians, and the impact of Alaskan statehood on native communities. They also highlighted delays in settling Indian claims against the United States. The Council called for legislative action to address these issues and ensure the protection and well-being of Indian communities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1959 Executive Council Meeting Summary: National Congress of American Indians Discusses Key Issues and Concerns")
![["The Executive Council of the National Congress of American Indians met in Washington, D.C. to discuss important issues affecting American Indians. They expressed concern about the premature termination of Indian tribes, lack of federal protection, slow progress in land conservation and readjustment, and limited access to loans. They also discussed the impact of Alaska statehood on natives and delays in settling Indian claims against the United States. The Council called for increased federal support and action to address these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1959 Executive Council Meeting of the National Congress of American Indians: Key Issues and Concerns")