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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation and Office of Economic Opportunity
- Date:
- 1971-03-01
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Call for Action: Advocating for American Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-04-07
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Contempt: Response to Mr. Jimmy Sam
- Date:
- 1971-05-24
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986, Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Honoring the First Goodwill Ambassador for the Choctaws
- Date:
- 1973-10-25
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document includes an interoffice communication regarding the approval of a grant for Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity by Governor Bartlett. Despite some opposition and concerns, the grant has been approved for operation in certain counties. The document also mentions the need for evaluation of the program to ensure accurate judgment and potential changes in methods. Governor Bartlett waived his veto to release funds for the project."]](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_91_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Agency,%201971/thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_37_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Choctaw Nation and Office of Economic Opportunity")
![["The document is a series of letters addressed to various Native American tribal leaders informing them of the appointment of Wilma L. Victor as Special Assistant for Indian Affairs by Secretary of the Interior Rogers C.B. Morton. The documents express the belief that Victor is a good selection for the position and convey best wishes to the recipients."]](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_91_41_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Personnel%20-%20Washington,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_41_0003_thumbnail.jpg "A Call for Action: Advocating for American Indian Affairs")
![["The document is from Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, to Commissioner Louis R. Bruce of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, expressing appreciation for a response to a letter regarding the selection of the next Principal Chief. Belvin hopes for an objective approach in the upcoming election and criticizes the interference of the Oklahoma City Council of Choctaws in the election process. Belvin warns against meddling in the internal affairs of the 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_91_26_0000-Title%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_91_26_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Contempt: Response to Mr. Jimmy Sam")
![["The document from Will T. Nelson to Charles L. Ward addresses the mistreatment of Native Americans, specifically the Choctaw tribe, and criticizes Representative Carl Albert's support of the current power structure within the tribe. Nelson mentions attending a meeting where the unfair treatment of the Choctaws was discussed and expresses concerns about potential election fraud. He also mentions editing a book for the Choctaw tribe and sends Ward a copy of the Oklahoma City Indian Calendar. Nelson emphasizes the need for justice for the Choctaw people and highlights the political issues surrounding their treatment."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Honoring the First Goodwill Ambassador for the Choctaws")
