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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Confusion and Controversy in Choctaw Nation Election: A Letter from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1952-08-07
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0096
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Democratic Speakers' Bureau Chairman Expresses Gratitude and Hope for Victory
- Date:
- 1952-08-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0097
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Economic Issues in Foreign Trade
- Date:
- 1952-08-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Infrastructure--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0114
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Thanks from John Sparkman, Vice-Presidential Nominee
- Date:
- 1952-08-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter Forwarding to Congressman Albert: August 11, 1952
- Date:
- 1952-08-11
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0118
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from United States Senate Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce
- Date:
- 1952-08-13
- Creator:
- Magnuson, Warren G., 1905-1989
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0113
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Adlai's Fan mail and Speech Brilliance
- Date:
- 1952-08-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Financial Assistance for Higher Education for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1952-08-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Election Sample Ballot
- Date:
- 1952-08-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_58_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response Regarding Removal of Mr. Roberts and Mr. Bussey from Office
- Date:
- 1952-08-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["Congressman Carl Albert received a report about confusion during an election among illiterate Choctaws, with many write-in names on the ballot. The results of the referendum were discussed, and there were concerns that the Department may ignore the results and appoint someone of their choice. The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, Harry J. W. Belvin, asked for help from Carl Albert to ensure justice for the Choctaws. Belvin also mentioned organizing for effective action and expressed gratitude for 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Confusion and Controversy in Choctaw Nation Election: A Letter from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert")
![["The document is a letter from a Senator thanking someone named Josh for their support in being selected to head the Democratic Speakers' Bureau. The Senator expresses gratitude for the approval of Governor Stevenson's choice and asks for help in ensuring a Democratic victory in the upcoming election."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0096_thumbnail.jpg "Democratic Speakers' Bureau Chairman Expresses Gratitude and Hope for Victory")
![["China, a senator, writes a letter to Josh Lee regarding economic problems in foreign trade, specifically tariff barriers. China appreciates the points made in Lee's letter and hopes to discuss them further in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0097_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Economic Issues in Foreign Trade")
![["The document is a letter from John Sparkman, thanking Josh Lee for congratulating him on his nomination for Vice-President. Sparkman expresses his gratitude for the message and states that it encourages and inspires him."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0114_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Thanks from John Sparkman, Vice-Presidential Nominee")
![["The letter is from Marie Muchmore, secretary to Congressman Carl Albert, acknowledging the receipt of a letter from Mr. Harry J. W. Belvin. The letter mentions that Congressman Albert will personally address the matter mentioned in Mr. Belvin's 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Forwarding to Congressman Albert: August 11, 1952")
![["The document is a letter from Warren G. Magnuson, a United States Senator, to Josh Lee of the Civil Aeronautics Board. Magnuson expresses appreciation for Lee's kind remarks and mentions a future opportunity to discuss foreign trade."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0118_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from United States Senate Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce")
![["The document is from Elizabeth S. Ives to Mr. Josh Lee, thanking him for sending a book titled \"How To Hold An Audience Without a Rope\" to Adlai. She mentions that Adlai has received positive feedback on his speeches and expresses gratitude for the thoughtful gift."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0113_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Adlai's Fan mail and Speech Brilliance")
![["Miss Earlene Burns wrote a letter to U.S. Representative Carl Albert requesting information on financial assistance for Indians seeking higher education. Carl Albert responded, acknowledging her letter and informing her that Mr. A. B. Caldwell of the Muskogee Area Office can provide information on educational loans and scholarships available to qualified individuals of Indian descent. He assured her that Mr. Caldwell would be happy to help and expressed his pleasure in being of service."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Financial Assistance for Higher Education for Native Americans")
![["The document is a sample ballot with three questions related to the office of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Question 1 asks if voters want the office to continue, Question 2 asks how the Secretary of the Interior should appoint the Chief, and Question 3 allows voters to select an enrolled Choctaw citizen for the position. The document also includes an example of a voter selecting their husband for the position."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Choctaw Tribe Principal Chief Election Sample Ballot")
![["Mrs. Lula Riddle wrote a letter to the Muskogee Area Office expressing her desire to have Mr. Roberts and Mr. Bussey removed from office. The office is forwarding her letter to Congressman Albert for his personal attention and reply. Mrs. Marie M. Muchmore, Secretary to Congressman Albert, offers assistance from their office if needed."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Response Regarding Removal of Mr. Roberts and Mr. Bussey from Office")