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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands: Important Information
- Date:
- 1949-05-20
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_69_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Payments
- Date:
- 1949-05-24
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_68_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Settlement: A Letter of Appreciation
- Date:
- 1949-05-25
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Government Operations and Politics, Energy
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Land Payment Inquiries: A Letter from Mrs. Annie Luker to Congressman Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-05-27
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Per Capita Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-05-27
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Heirship Notices for Choctaws and Chickasaws Coal Lands Payment
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Sale of Segregated Coal Lands of Choctaws and Chickasaws
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Payments
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1949-05-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Mrs. Lena Wheat Flynn is inquiring about payment for the sale of coal lands by the Choctaws and Chickasaws to the government. Congressman Carl Albert informs her that payment will be made to living enrolled members within the next sixty days, and proof of heirship notices will be sent out in August. Mrs. Flynn is advised to update her address with the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency to avoid delays in receiving her check. She also asks about eligibility for her children and requests assistance in receiving her benefits."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands: Important Information")
![["Mrs. Carrie Guess Dougten received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert regarding payments due to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for coal lands sold to the government. Enrolled members will be paid within the next sixty days, and claims of deceased members will be settled afterwards. Proof of heirship notices will be sent out to determine legal heirs and amounts. Mrs. Dougten asked for help for her sick mother, Journette Harrison, to receive her payment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_69_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_69_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Payments")
![["Mr. Colbert thanks Mr. Albert for his efforts in helping to settle the payment issues for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Mr. Albert informs Mr. Colbert that payments will be made to living enrolled members first and that he will continue to support legislation related to their interests. Mr. Colbert expresses gratitude for Mr. Albert's support and hopes for action on their Salary Bills."]](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_6_68_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_68_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian Settlement: A Letter of Appreciation")
![["Mrs. Annie Luker wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about the payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their land to the government. The Indian Office advised that enrolled members will receive around $325 each, with checks to be mailed out by the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency in Muskogee, Oklahoma by the latter part of July. Congressman Albert suggested that Mrs. Luker verify her address with the Superintendent to avoid any delays in receiving her payment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Land Payment Inquiries: A Letter from Mrs. Annie Luker to Congressman Carl Albert")
![["Mr. Thomas Wade wrote a letter to Carl Albert inquiring about the payment to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Carl Albert responded, stating that enrolled members of the tribes will receive their payments first and that the checks will be mailed out in about sixty days. He advised Mr. Wade to notify the Superintendent of any address changes and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Per Capita Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["Mr. Wilmoth is inquiring about the payment to the members of the Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their coal lands to the government. The Indian Office will distribute the share of deceased members to their heirs, but proof of heirship notices must be completed and returned before payment is made. The Superintendent in Muskogee, Oklahoma will handle all claims, and payment for living enrolled members will come first. Mr. Wilmoth is advised to write to the Superintendent to request heirship notices for his deceased relatives. Congressman Carl Albert offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Heirship Notices for Choctaws and Chickasaws Coal Lands Payment")
![["Mr. Elmer Parks wrote to Carl Albert regarding the sale of segregated coal lands owned by the Choctaws and Chickasaws. Albert responded, stating that the land is now under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management and suggested that Parks write directly to them. Albert also offered to check on the purchase if Parks provided details. Parks expressed interest in purchasing the land and asked to be kept informed about the sale."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Sale of Segregated Coal Lands of Choctaws and Chickasaws")
![["Mrs. J.A. Cowling wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about the per capita payment for the sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal lands. She asked if her mother, who is on the Choctaw Rolls, is eligible for payment, as well as if she can receive her deceased father and late husband's shares. Congressman Albert responded, stating that living enrolled members will be paid first, followed by heirs of deceased members. He advised Mrs. Cowling to notify the Superintendent of her mother's current address and provide information on deceased kin for heirship notices."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands")
![["Mrs. Lynch wrote to Congressman Carl Albert asking about the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands. She inquired if payments would be sent to the children of deceased members. Congressman Albert explained that proof of heirship notices would be sent out by the Indian Office, and payments would be distributed to the legal heirs. He advised Mrs. Lynch to write to the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency to provide the names of her deceased kin. Payments to living members would be made first, followed by heirs. Congressman Albert offered to assist further if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Inquiry About Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Payments")
![["The document from Carl Albert, M.C. to Mr. William H. Marshall, Jr. informs Marshall that Congress has passed a bill to pay the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal and asphalt lands. Albert assures Marshall that the payment will be made soon and expresses gratitude for Marshall's offer of assistance. Marshall had previously written to Albert requesting his help in obtaining the payment, expressing frustration with the Republican party for not appropriating the funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")