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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Historical Significance of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Land Agreement
- Date:
- 1949-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Cherokee Chief in 1949
- Date:
- 1949-05-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Land Purchase Inquiry: Mrs. Lige Ford's Request
- Date:
- 1949-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, 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_94_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence regarding Funding for Indian Credit Associations in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1949-05-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_65_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Heirship Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-05-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_78_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Expedite Payments to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Coal Lands Sale: A Historical Correspondence
- Date:
- 1949-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Land Claims
- Date:
- 1949-05-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, 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_64_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Payment for Deceased Tribal Member
- Date:
- 1949-05-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, 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_66_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Land Claims
- Date:
- 1949-05-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, 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_65_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Distribution of Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Land Sale
- Date:
- 1949-05-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document discusses the history and significance of an appropriation bill to pay the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes for their segregated coal and asphalt lands. It highlights the treaties and agreements made between the tribes and the US government, dating back to the 1800s. The appropriation is not a bonus but a sale based on a mutually agreed upon price, and it acknowledges the long history of negotiations between the tribes and the government."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0001_thumbnail.jpg "The Historical Significance of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Land Agreement")
![["The text is a telegram from Congressman Carl Albert to Representative Walter Bailey regarding a resolution to appoint Henry S Knight as chief of the Cherokees. Albert acknowledges Bailey's telegram and requests further details in a letter. The telegram also includes information about symbols used in telegrams and the company's request for suggestions from patrons."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Cherokee Chief in 1949")
![["Mrs. Lige Ford wrote to Honorable Carl Albert, M. C. seeking information on purchasing 5 acres of Indian lease land where her home is located. The land is part of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations and cannot be sold as it is under contract for sale to the United States. Honorable Carl Albert forwarded Mrs. Ford's request to Mr. W. O. Roberts, Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency for further information on the procedure to purchase the land. Mrs. Ford expressed her desire to buy the land in order to keep her home on it."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_61_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Land Purchase Inquiry: Mrs. Lige Ford's Request")
![["The letter is from the Leflore County Indian Credit Association to Congressman Carl Albert, expressing concern over the reduction of the revolving credit fund for Indian credit associations from two and a half million dollars to half a million dollars. They request reinstatement of the original amount to provide better credit opportunities for Native American Tribes. Congressman Albert responds, stating he is working to increase the appropriation and appreciates the association's work. Another letter from William Wheeler Jr. of the Oil Well Supply Company in Cushing, Oklahoma, regarding enrollment of the Choc & Chick tribes is also mentioned. Congressman Albert responds, stating he will refer the matter to Congressman Mike Monroney for assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence regarding Funding for Indian Credit Associations in Oklahoma")
![["Mrs. Wade is inquiring about her son's entitlement to payment as an heir of his father, a member of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. She is advised that proof of heirship will be required before payment is made, and that the Indian Office is currently working on regulations for payment to living members first. She is encouraged to ask for heirship notices in August. Mrs. Wade also mentions issues with obtaining a divorce certificate for her son."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_65_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_65_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Heirship Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["Mr. Walsie Burris is inquiring about the delay in payments to Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their coal lands. Congressman Carl Albert is working to speed up the payment process and assures Mr. Burris that efforts are being made to resolve the issue. Albert also addresses concerns about deceased members receiving their share of the payments."]](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_78_0000-(22)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_78_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Expedite Payments to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Coal Lands Sale: A Historical Correspondence")
![["Mr. Carnes received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert regarding the money appropriated by Congress for members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for the sale of their coal lands. The Indian Office plans to handle heirship claims and living members will be paid first. There should be no need for members to spend money on their claims. Mr. Carnes expressed concerns about proving heirship in death claims and the need for lawyers, but Congressman Albert assured him that the process would be taken care of by the Indian Office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_63_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Land Claims")
![["Miss Mamie Hays wrote a letter to Carl Albert, a congressman, inquiring about the payment her family is entitled to after her father passed away and signed papers for the sale of coal lands to the government. Albert explained that the share of a deceased member will be distributed to his heirs, but proof of heirship is required. He offered to answer any further questions and provide assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_64_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_64_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Payment for Deceased Tribal Member")
![["Mrs. A. W. Mason sent a letter to Carl Albert expressing her appreciation for his efforts in securing payment for the members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their lands. Albert acknowledges the delay in settlement but assures that the payments will be made soon. He also mentions that regulations are being written for immediate payments to living members. Albert expresses his desire to serve his district and country to the best of his ability and offers his assistance to Mrs. Mason."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_66_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Land Claims")
![["Mrs. Rutherford wrote to Carl Albert asking about the distribution of funds for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' coal and asphalt lands. Carl Albert responded, explaining that heirs of deceased members will receive their share after proof of heirship is established. He also mentioned that living enrolled members will be paid first and that regulations are being written up which will take about sixty days. Mrs. Rutherford was advised to contact the Superintendent for further information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_65_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_65_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Distribution of Payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations Land Sale")