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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Presbyterian Women's Organization Advocates for Inclusive Indian Tribe Legislation
- Date:
- 1955-09-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding the Improvement of Indian Sanatorium in Shawnee, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1955-12-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1955 Opposition to the Removal of U.S. Guardianship Over Indians: A Resolution of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribal Business Committee
- Date:
- 1956-02-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- American Indian Legislative Updates and Advocacy Programs - February 1956 Issue
- Date:
- 1956-02-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Chippewa Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958
- Date:
- 1956-02-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Urging Passage of Legislation Beneficial to American Indians, 1957
- Date:
- 1956-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Page Belcher and Angie Debo Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1956-12-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Anadarko Chamber of Commerce and Congressman Belcher Regarding Potential Employee Transfer
- Date:
- 1957-02-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 84th (1955-1957)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Employment and Training Programs in Oklahoma, 1958
- Date:
- 1957-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960
- Date:
- 1957-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 85th (1957-1959)
![["The document is a letter expressing concern about termination bills enacted by the 83rd Congress regarding Indian tribes without their full participation and consent. The Presbyterian Women's Organization at Greeley, Colorado, is requesting re-negotiation of agreements for government service to the tribes and advocating for a self-sustaining program for administering their own affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Presbyterian Women's Organization Advocates for Inclusive Indian Tribe Legislation")
![["The letter discusses the improvements needed at the Indian Sanatorium in Shawnee, Oklahoma and mentions previous funding for new construction and improvements to the sewer and water systems. The hope is expressed that the Indian Affairs Bureau will receive funds for new structures and repairs in the near future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding the Improvement of Indian Sanatorium in Shawnee, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a response from Rep. Page Belcher to a resolution sent by the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribal Business Committee regarding the removal of the United States' guardianship over Indians. The committee expressed their opposition to the passage of S. 401, a bill that would abolish the functions of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and remove guardianship over Indians and trusteeship over Indian lands. They believe that the tribes are not yet ready for such a change due to disparities in health and business knowledge between tribal members and the non-Indian population. They petition their representatives in Congress to oppose the bill and send copies of their resolution to federal officials. Rep. Belcher acknowledges receipt of the resolution and promises to carefully consider the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1955 Opposition to the Removal of U.S. Guardianship Over Indians: A Resolution of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribal Business Committee")
![["The document provides updates on Indian legislation enacted by the Eighty-Fourth Congress, including laws related to civil and criminal jurisdiction on Indian reservations, long-term leases of Indian lands, and ownership of subsurface rights on the Papago Reservation. It also outlines a legislative program for American Indians, including bills to establish economic redevelopment programs, address land claims and tribal title to lands, and provide for the hospitalization and care of the mentally ill in Alaska. Additionally, The document calls for bills to give tribes control over their income and to provide funds for tribal delegations to testify before Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "American Indian Legislative Updates and Advocacy Programs - February 1956 Issue")
![["The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, forwarding a report from a Special Committee on the Indian health program at hospitals in Talihina, Tahlequah, Claremore, and Shawnee. The report includes findings and recommendations for each hospital, such as improving patient eligibility criteria, speeding up medical staff processes, and providing additional equipment. The committee suggests a meeting to discuss changes to rules and regulations for admitting patients and suspending pre-validation of purchase orders to expedite supply filling."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Report on the Investigation of Indian Health Programs at Oklahoma Hospitals in 1958")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council is urging Hon. Page Belcher to support various proposed legislative measures to provide economic assistance, scholarship aid, and industrial development for American Indians. They also recommend bills to alleviate unemployment, cancel debts for individual Indians, and provide financial aid for higher education students. These recommendations are submitted for consideration and action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Urging Passage of Legislation Beneficial to American Indians, 1957")
![["Miss Angie Debo wrote a letter to Hon. Page Belcher, a member of Congress, congratulating him on his re-election and expressing her concerns regarding an Indian matter involving the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes. She requested that the vote on a constitution be postponed until after a regular tribal election and an investigation by the Association on American Indian Affairs is completed. Belcher acknowledged her letter and assured her that he will do everything he can to address the issue. He also forwarded a copy of a letter from the Assistant Secretary of the Interior regarding the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Page Belcher and Angie Debo Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["The Anadarko Chamber of Commerce is requesting help from Congressman Belcher regarding the possible transfer of employees from the Anadarko area Indian office to a consolidation site. They argue that this move would have a detrimental economic impact on the community and that retrenchment within the departments could allow them to operate efficiently without the need for personnel movement. They emphasize the importance of serving the Indian population in western Oklahoma and express their concern over the proposed changes. Congressman Belcher acknowledges their concerns and assures them that he will discuss the matter with Bureau of Indian Affairs officials before a final decision is reached."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Anadarko Chamber of Commerce and Congressman Belcher Regarding Potential Employee Transfer")
![["The document dated September 10, 1958, addressed to Mr. Edger L. McVickers from R. A. Parker discusses the issue of Indian employment and proposes a training program to prepare Indians for work at a small industrial plant, the Pon Key Potteries. The document emphasizes the importance of training Indians to help themselves and seeks assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in financing the program. The document also mentions involving church leaders in starting the training program. The document requests a prompt response and thanks in advance for any help provided."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Employment and Training Programs in Oklahoma, 1958")
![["The document is a letter from Houston C. Benge to Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, discussing a suggestion regarding the American \"Indian\" status. Benge proposes settling all claims by Indians against the government and establishing them as \"Americans\" to eliminate discrimination and add prestige to their status. He suggests discontinuing the use of the term \"Indian\" and using \"American aborignees\" instead. Benge also references a news article about discrimination against an Indian family in Chicago as an example of the need for change."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Status of American Indians in 1960")