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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Land Purchase Inquiry Involving Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Terracing Dispute of Raymond C. Gawhega's Allotment
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Title Inquiry in 1953
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955), 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Probate of Mr. Kenworthy's Will
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding Job Application for Teacher-Advisor Position in Oklahoma's Indian Schools
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Cherokee Nation's Stance on Various Bills (1953)
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953), 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The New Tomahawk: Official Organ of the Ojibway Tomahawk Band
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Investigation into Indian Contract Swindles in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Cherokee Nation, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Extension of Time Limit for Indian Claims Presentation Act
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Sac and Fox Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for House Bill H.R. 1631: Returning Land to Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribe of Indians
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["Mr. M. B. Swallow from Red Rock, Oklahoma, wrote to Rep. Page Belcher expressing his desire to purchase two 40-acre tracts of Indian land. The document was forwarded to the Anadarko Area Office of the Office of Indian Affairs for investigation. The investigation revealed that the lands were restricted and not available for public sale until the lease expired. The Area Director informed Rep. Belcher about the restrictions and the process for applying for the sale of the lands. Swallow was informed about the situation and was promised further updates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Land Purchase Inquiry Involving Indian Affairs")
![["Mr. Raymond C. Gawhega sought help regarding the terracing of his allotment on the Otoe and Missouri reservation in Noble County, Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs confirmed that an agreement had been reached between the lessee and the Government representative regarding the maintenance of the land, and the issue had been resolved. Mr. Gawhega was assured that no threats were made to issue a patent in fee or withdraw his leasing privileges. The Department of the Interior and Congressman Belcher were involved in addressing the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Terracing Dispute of Raymond C. Gawhega's Allotment")
![["John L. Goode, an attorney at Goode, Goode & Henson in Shawnee, Oklahoma, writes to Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, to thank him for helping obtain information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Belcher had previously checked on an inquiry Goode made regarding a title covering a specific land tract. The Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that the deed in question was approved by the Secretary of the Interior in 1898, and provides information on the legislative authority for such approvals. Goode had initially written to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to request this information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Title Inquiry in 1953")
![["Congressman Page Belcher received a letter from Osage Indians regarding the probate of the will of Edmund Kennedy Kenworthy, a deceased Osage Indian, and the distribution of his estate. The Indian Agency had ruled out the original will that would have kept the lands for Kenworthy's children, and a hearing was scheduled for December 11, 1952. Belcher requested the Department of the Interior to investigate the matter and potentially postpone the hearing for a thorough review. He also informed his attorney, George B. Schwabe, Jr., about the situation and requested his assistance. Belcher received a response from the Department of the Interior explaining the appeal process for decisions adverse to the interests of the Osage Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Probate of Mr. Kenworthy's Will")
![["The document is a correspondence between Hon. Page Belcher and the Department of the Interior regarding Mr. George C. Waggoner's desire to obtain a position as a Teacher-Advisor in Indian schools in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains the process of applying for such positions and the preference given to Indians in employment. Mr. Waggoner has applied for positions at boarding schools in Anadarko, Concho, Ardmore, and Hartshorne. The Bureau assures that his qualifications will be considered if his name is within reach for employment consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding Job Application for Teacher-Advisor Position in Oklahoma's Indian Schools")
![["The document consists of three letters from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding different issues. The first letter endorses a bill to promote education and rehabilitation of Native Americans, the second letter opposes a bill regarding competency for Native Americans, and the third letter is a personal note expressing appreciation for a meeting with Congressman Belcher."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Congressman Page Belcher Regarding Cherokee Nation's Stance on Various Bills (1953)")
![["The document consists of various bills introduced in the House of Representatives related to Indian claims and the Indian Claims Commission. It also includes information about the Ojibway Tomahawk Band and contact details for Gertrude Larche in St. Paul, Minnesota."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0000-Indians,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0003_thumbnail.jpg "The New Tomahawk: Official Organ of the Ojibway Tomahawk Band")
![["The document contains correspondence regarding complaints about the approval of contracts for attorneys to represent Indian tribes before the Indian Claims Commission. There are concerns about fraud and unethical practices in the process of selecting lawyers to represent the tribes. The document also mentions the need for a thorough investigation into these issues. The document writer expresses frustration with the lack of action taken by Congress and the Indian Bureau in addressing these complaints."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0000-Indians,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation into Indian Contract Swindles in Oklahoma")
![["The document proposes to extend the five-year limit on presenting Indian claims to the Indian Claims Commission to seven years. This would amend sections 12 and 23 of the Act that established the Commission in 1946. Oklahoma Enabling Act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0000-Indians,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_54_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Extension of Time Limit for Indian Claims Presentation Act")
![["Mr. K.B. Cornell, a public accountant, wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe in support of House Bill H.R. 1631, which pertains to returning 9500 acres of land in Canadian County, Oklahoma back to the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribe of Indians. Cornell emphasizes the importance of honoring treaties with Native American tribes and urges the Congressman to pass the bill. Congressman Schwabe responds that he will consider the arguments presented during the bill's consideration on the floor of the House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0000-Indians,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Support for House Bill H.R. 1631: Returning Land to Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribe of Indians")