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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Correspondence Regarding Sale of Indian Royal Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1947-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Secure Deficiency Funds for Indian Hospital Service
- Date:
- 1947-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Talihina Indian Hospital Capacity
- Date:
- 1947-04-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_98_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recent Transaction Concerning Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations: Update from Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1947-04-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_98_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians Land Payments and Absentee Voting
- Date:
- 1947-05-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Gratitude and Support: A Letter from McAlester
- Date:
- 1947-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1947-09-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands: Update and Information
- Date:
- 1947-09-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Tribal Government
- Date:
- 1947-09-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Potential Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Information and Updates
- Date:
- 1947-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["The letter is a response to Mrs. Myrtle Creason regarding the sale of Indian tribal lands in Pittsburg and McCurtain Counties. The sender, Carl Albert, assures Mrs. Creason that he will look into the matter."]](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_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Correspondence Regarding Sale of Indian Royal Lands in Oklahoma")
![["The Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs informs Congressman Carl Albert about the reduction in patient attendance at the Talihina Hospital and the efforts to secure deficiency funds for Indian hospital service. The Acting Commissioner acknowledges that initial information given was incorrect and provides updates on the situation. Congressman Albert expresses frustration with the incompetence of the Indian Commission and mentions efforts to secure necessary funds from the Bureau of the Budget."]](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_1_93_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Talihina%20Hospital,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Secure Deficiency Funds for Indian Hospital Service")
![["The document is addressed to Congressman Carl Albert and expresses gratitude for his work on the Talihina Indian Hospital project. It discusses the hospital's capacity of 237 beds, which has not been fully utilized due to lack of funding. The current superintendent had to cut the number of patients due to funding issues, but there is a need for the hospital to care for more patients. Despite the challenges, the writer appreciates the congressman's efforts to keep the institution open."]](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_1_93_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Talihina%20Hospital,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Talihina Indian Hospital Capacity")
![["The document from Carl Albert to Mr. Bentley Beams discusses a recent transaction between the Department of Interior and tribal officials regarding the sale of coal and asphalt lands. An agreement was reached for the Department of Interior to pay $8,500,000 for the lands, which will be presented to enrolled Indians for approval. If approved, the proceeds will be distributed to tribal members on a per capita basis. Mr. Beams also writes to Carl Albert asking for more information on the matter to inform the older tribal members who are depending on him for updates."]](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_1_98_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_98_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Recent Transaction Concerning Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations: Update from Carl Albert")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of Mr. Fletcher's inquiries regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians. It clarifies that only heirs of deceased enrollees and those listed on the 1906 rolls will receive payments from the sale of coal and asphalt lands. The regulations on absentee voting are still being finalized. The document also addresses questions about a woman who was married to an Indian man and later divorced, stating that her divorce does not affect her eligibility for payments. Lastly, the letter raises concerns about the treatment of Native Americans in comparison to foreign aid and requests information on divorce and annulment."]](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_1_98_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_98_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians Land Payments and Absentee Voting")
![["The document is a letter between two friends, Carl Albert and George Walker, discussing the sale of coal lands for the benefit of Native Americans. George thanks Carl for his efforts in helping the Indians and offers support for Carl's campaigns. They also discuss personal matters and express a desire to meet in person. The tone of the letter is friendly and appreciative."]](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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Gratitude and Support: A Letter from McAlester")
![["Mrs. Evelyn McClure wrote to Honorable Carl Albert inquiring about the sale of the Choctaw and Chickasaw lands. Carl Albert responded, stating that the sale has not been voted upon yet and will be submitted to the Indians in the near future. He assured Mrs. McClure that she will be informed of the outcome and offered his assistance 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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["Mrs. Evelyn McClure writes to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about the proposed sale of segregated asphalt and coal lands of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. An agreed price of $8,500,000 has been reached and ballots will be mailed to enrolled members for voting. Congressman Albert assures Mrs. McClure that absentee voting will be allowed, and the agreement will be returned to Congress for appropriation of money to pay off the contract. Mrs. McClure, as a member of the Choctaw tribe, hopes to receive information on when payments will be made."]](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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands: Update and Information")
![["Mr. Gilbert Daney wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert requesting a copy of the Act of Congress approved on December 24, 1942, regarding \"Regulations of Indian Affairs.\" The response from the Interior Indian Affairs Tribal Government office acknowledges the request and provides a copy of a related publication from 1943. They also mention that the last Act passed by Congress on Indian Affairs was the Indian Welfare Act of June 26, 1936. The office expresses appreciation for Daney's interest and willingness to provide further information or publications."]](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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Tribal Government")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter regarding the segregated coal and asphalt lands of the Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes. A sale price of $8,500,000 has been agreed upon and a contract is being drawn up. Each enrolled member of the tribes will have an opportunity to vote on the proposed sale. If accepted, Congress will need to appropriate money for the contract price, resulting in a per capita payment of approximately $300. The sender requests more detailed information and asks for advice on the matter."]](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_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Potential Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Information and Updates")