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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Grateful Response: Choc-Chic Payment Update
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Receiving Payment for Coal Lands: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1949-06-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- 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_67_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-06-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_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 Coal Land Claims
- Date:
- 1949-06-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Condolences and Payment Updates for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1949-06-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- 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_67_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Payment for Choctaws and Chickasaws Coal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-06-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry Regarding Capital Payment for Choctaws and Chickasaws
- Date:
- 1949-06-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- 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_67_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Coal Lands: Important Information for Choctaws and Chickasaws
- Date:
- 1949-06-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document is a response to a previous letter received from M. W. Priddy, Sr., updating on the weather conditions in Oklahoma and discussing the delay in coal and asphalt payments. The writer also mentions the Jackson Day Dinner and expresses hope that Congress will adjourn in July so that they can return home. The writer expresses concern about the excessive rain affecting crops in Oklahoma and mentions that payments may not be received until September. The writer sends their regards to Mary and Alma and signs off with best wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_71_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Oklahoma Weather and Payments")
![["The document from Mrs. Becker to Carl Albert inquires about the appropriations for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for the sale of their coal lands. Carl Albert responds that the bill was signed into law and payments will be made to living enrolled members of the tribes. He gives information on the process and suggests contacting the Superintendent in Muskogee, Oklahoma for more details. Albert gives permission for excerpts of his remarks to be included in the next issue of Smoke Signals and looks forward to receiving a copy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Successful Congressional Action: A Letter from Carl Albert")
![["Mrs. Pink B. Irvin received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert informing her about the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Living enrolled members will be paid first, with checks expected to be sent out in July for around $300 each. Dead claims will be distributed to heirs after living members are paid. Mrs. Irvin expresses gratitude for the information and asks for more details about the payment process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0006_thumbnail.jpg "A Grateful Response: Choc-Chic Payment Update")
![["Mr. Loman writes to Congressman Albert regarding payment for coal lands sold to the government by the Choctaw-Chickasaw tribes. He inquires about the procedure to prove his heirship to his deceased father in order to receive payment. Congressman Albert assures him that proof of heirship notices will be sent out in August, and advises him to contact the Agency if he does not receive one. He expresses his happiness that the long debt is finally being paid and offers to help in any way he can."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_72_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Receiving Payment for Coal Lands: A Letter Exchange")
![["Mrs. Bettie B. Ward wrote a letter to Carl Albert inquiring about the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. Carl Albert responded explaining that the share of a deceased member will be distributed to their heirs after proof of heirship is provided. He also mentioned that living enrolled members will be paid first and checks will be mailed out around the latter part of July. Mrs. Ward had inquired about deceased members and their claims, as her son and husband were deceased, but did not have children. Albert assured her that the Indian Office will determine the legal heirs and the amount each will receive."]](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_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for Coal Lands")
![["The document is a response to a query about the payment to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for coal lands sold to the government. The writer assures that the old debt is being paid and explains the process for payment of deceased claims, stating that living enrolled members will be paid first and heirs will receive payments based on the number of legal heirs. The writer expresses a desire to help the welfare of the Indians and offers 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_6_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Claims")
![["Mrs. Wright wrote to Congressman Carl Albert regarding the death of her mother and the payment to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Congressman Albert expressed his sympathies and advised Mrs. Wright to notify the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency of her mother's death. He also informed her that living enrolled members would be paid first, with checks likely to be mailed out in mid-July. Congressman Albert offered further 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_6_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Condolences and Payment Updates for Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["Mrs. Delphine Ellis is inquiring about the payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their coal lands to the government. She is seeking information about deceased claims and the distribution of payments to legal heirs. Carl Albert, M.C., advises her to wait for proof of heirship notices from the Indian Office and to contact the Superintendent in Muskogee if she does not receive a notice. Mrs. Ellis also asks about the inheritance of her deceased father's estate, who had remarried and had children with his second wife. She is unsure if she or her half-sisters will receive a share of the inheritance."]](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_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Payment for Choctaws and Chickasaws Coal Lands")
![["The document is from Belton Harlin in Corona, California, asking about the process for receiving payment for coal lands sold by the Choctaws and Chickasaws to the government. Carl Albert responds, informing Harlin that enrolled members will be paid first and advising him to contact the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes in Muskogee, Oklahoma, to provide his current address and receive instructions on how to receive his payment. Albert assures Harlin of his willingness to help and signs the letter."]](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_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry Regarding Capital Payment for Choctaws and Chickasaws")
![["Mrs. Winnie Wingo received a response from Carl Albert, M.C. regarding her inquiry about payment to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for coal lands sold to the government. Checks will be mailed directly to members from the Five Civilized Tribes Agency in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and proof of heirship notices will be sent out later in the year. Carl Albert is happy that this old debt is finally being paid and regrets that more members did not live to receive the benefits."]](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_67_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_67_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Coal Lands: Important Information for Choctaws and Chickasaws")