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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Abolition of District Agent Position at Cheyenne-Arapaho Indian Agency: Correspondence between the Department of the Interior and the Republican Central Committee
- Date:
- 1955-02-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959), 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958
- Date:
- 1956-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Reduction in Force at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Reduction-in-Force at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina, Oklahoma: Fiscal Years 1955-1957
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Reduction in Personal Services at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Establishment of the Talihina Indian Hospital: A History of Advocacy and Success
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Successful Advocacy for Talihina Indian Hospital Staffing
- Date:
- 1957-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Employment and Training Programs in Oklahoma, 1958
- Date:
- 1957-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- 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_001_4_27_26b_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Reduction in Personnel Services at PHS Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1957-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, discusses the abolition of the District Agent position at the Cheyenne-Arapaho Indian Agency. The position was replaced by the new position of Area Field Representative, GS-9. The former District Agent, Mr. Pat Hamley, was found not qualified for the new position and his appeal for retention was denied by the Civil Service Commission. The document provides information on the actions taken and the reasons behind them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Abolition of District Agent Position at Cheyenne-Arapaho Indian Agency: Correspondence between the Department of the Interior and the Republican Central Committee")
![["The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, forwarding a report from a Special Committee on the Indian health program at hospitals in Talihina, Tahlequah, Claremore, and Shawnee. The report includes findings and recommendations for each hospital, such as improving patient eligibility criteria, speeding up medical staff processes, and providing additional equipment. The committee suggests a meeting to discuss changes to rules and regulations for admitting patients and suspending pre-validation of purchase orders to expedite supply filling."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958")
![["Dr. Sylvia Adams expresses concern about the reduction in force at the PHS Indian Hospital in Talihina, specifically regarding the abolishment of Positions TA-5 and TA-6. He believes that transferring procurement functions to the Area Office will cause unnecessary hardships for patients due to delays and confusion. Dr. Adams suggests retaining Position TA-6 with some procurement functions and designating it as Custodial Officer to mitigate potential issues. He acknowledges the need for personnel reductions but argues that abolishing other positions would have less impact on the hospital's operations."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Reduction in Force at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina")
![["The document outlines a reduction-in-force at the PHS Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma, where several temporary employees are being discontinued. Six positions are being replaced with practical nurses, resulting in a net loss of eight employees. The hospital has seen an increase in patient admissions and outpatient services, with a decrease in length of stay. The hospital also provides public health services through a contract with the State Health Department of Oklahoma. The 1958 program for Talihina is estimated to have funds available for approximately 191 man-years of employment."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Reduction-in-Force at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina, Oklahoma: Fiscal Years 1955-1957")
![["The memo outlines proposed reductions in staff positions at the PHS Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma, due to budgetary limitations. Various positions are to be abolished, combined, or changed, and some vacant positions will not be filled for the fiscal year. The memo also discusses changes in salary allocations and agreements to accept new staff members from a TPN school. The reduction-in-force actions are to be taken promptly, with assistance available to solve any problems that may arise."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Reduction in Personal Services at PHS Indian Hospital, Talihina, Oklahoma")
![["The document is from Carl Albert, a congressman, thanking Mr. Dukes for providing information on the establishment of the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina. The document mentions the history of Gilbert Wesley Dukes' efforts in securing funding for the hospital, which ultimately led to its establishment. Mr. Dukes is encouraged to continue sharing the history of his part of the old Choctaw Nation."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0038_thumbnail.jpg "The Establishment of the Talihina Indian Hospital: A History of Advocacy and Success")
![["Congressman Carl Albert and Senators Kerr and Monroney successfully protested planned reductions in staff at the Talihina Indian hospital in Oklahoma. The Public Health Service agreed to keep 191 employees on payroll, with only a net reduction of 12 positions. The reduction will not affect medical services, and efforts are being made to ensure adequate staffing, including hiring practical nurses and a full-time surgeon."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Successful Advocacy for Talihina Indian Hospital Staffing")
![["The document dated September 10, 1958, addressed to Mr. Edger L. McVickers from R. A. Parker discusses the issue of Indian employment and proposes a training program to prepare Indians for work at a small industrial plant, the Pon Key Potteries. The document emphasizes the importance of training Indians to help themselves and seeks assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in financing the program. The document also mentions involving church leaders in starting the training program. The document requests a prompt response and thanks in advance for any help provided."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Employment and Training Programs in Oklahoma, 1958")
![["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")
![["The memo discusses a proposed reduction in personal services at the PHS Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma. The Nursing Consultants have recommended a specific staffing pattern, which includes promoting an employee to GS-7 and sending new graduates to the hospital. The memo also addresses the abolishment of certain positions and concurs with various recommendations made by Dr. Sylvia Adams."]](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_27_26b_0000%20--%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201957/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_27_26b_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Reduction in Personnel Services at PHS Indian Hospital")