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- 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_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_27B_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Osage Tribal Council Resolution No. 19-276 and Proposed Legislation
- Date:
- 1957-05-15
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tribal Resolutions and Recommendations in the Bureau of Indian Affairs (1958)
- Date:
- 1957-07-10
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Seminole Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seneca-Cayuga Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961), 84th (1955-1957), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960
- Date:
- 1957-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Congressman Page Belcher and State Senator Robert H. Breeden Regarding Pawnee Indian School and Road Improvements
- Date:
- 1957-11-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Rejection of Bid on Mineral Rights of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343
- Date:
- 1958-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Indians, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Kaw Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957
- Date:
- 1958-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School
- Date:
- 1958-03-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957
- Date:
- 1958-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["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")
![["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 document is a series of letters and resolutions exchanged between the Osage Tribal Council, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Congressman Page Belcher regarding proposed legislation relating to the quieting of title to restricted Osage lands. The Osage Tribal Council requests advice and assistance from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and the Secretary of the Interior in drafting a bill to protect the interests of Osage Tribe members. The resolution is approved by the Osage Tribal Council on February 6, 1957."]](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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Osage Tribal Council Resolution No. 19-276 and Proposed Legislation")
![["The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, regarding a resolution reaffirmed by The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1958. The resolution covers various matters affecting Indian Tribes under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Area Offices, including recommendations related to Indian Claims Commission, relocation, vocational training, credit associations, leasing and sale of Indian land, rehabilitation measures, old age assistance, hot lunch program, general welfare, and protection of Indian rights. Belcher is asked to consider and take action on the recommendations."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tribal Resolutions and Recommendations in the Bureau of Indian Affairs (1958)")
![["The document is a letter from Houston C. Benge to Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, discussing a suggestion regarding the American \"Indian\" status. Benge proposes settling all claims by Indians against the government and establishing them as \"Americans\" to eliminate discrimination and add prestige to their status. He suggests discontinuing the use of the term \"Indian\" and using \"American aborignees\" instead. Benge also references a news article about discrimination against an Indian family in Chicago as an example of the need for change."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960")
![["The document consists of two letters exchanged between Hon. Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, and Hon. Robert H. Breeden, a State Senator. Belcher thanks Breeden for his views on the Pawnee Indian School matter and road improvement work in the area. Breeden expresses gratitude for Belcher's assistance in Washington and mentions a project to use Indian School facilities and road improvements. Both express appreciation for each other's help."]](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_28_15C_0000-B-%20General,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_28_15C_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Congressman Page Belcher and State Senator Robert H. Breeden Regarding Pawnee Indian School and Road Improvements")
![["Howard Anderson's bid on mineral interests involving a part of the original allotment of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343 was rejected. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explained that the notice Anderson received was not a notification of high bid, but to ascertain how he wanted the deed drafted. The bid rejection was due to a misunderstanding, and Anderson was refunded his deposit. If the owners decide to readvertise the property, Anderson will have an opportunity to submit a new bid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20A-B,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_16_0002.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Rejection of Bid on Mineral Rights of Mary Ellis Burt, Ponca No. 343")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. Ted Reynolds and Congressman Page Belcher discussing the use of Peyote among Indian tribes, specifically the Shawnee Indians. Mr. Reynolds expresses concern about the negative effects of Peyote on the Shawnee tribe and urges Congressman Belcher to educate himself on the issue. Congressman Belcher acknowledges the letters and states that he will look into the matter and consider the information 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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Shawnee Indians: A Series of Letters from 1957")
![["A letter from Frank S. Midgley, Jr. to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, inquiring about the appropriation of funds for the rehabilitation or new construction at the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School. Belcher responds that he will check into the matter and provide information soon."]](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_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Rehabilitation and Funding of the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School")
![["Mrs. David Homma wrote a letter to Page Belcher inquiring about the removal of restrictions from Indian lands. Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration. The Bureau provided information on the process for removing restrictions from Indian lands, particularly for the Five Civilized Tribes. Belcher assured Mrs. Homma that he would look into the matter and provide her with the necessary information."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Removal of Restrictions from Indian Lands in 1957")