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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_57_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Crusade for Equality: Choc Wilkes Fighting for Native American Rights in Society
- Date:
- 1949-01-10
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_60_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Update on Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands Payment
- Date:
- 1949-01-10
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- 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_58_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Correspondence with Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1949-01-11
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_57_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Coal and Asphalt Lands Appropriation: A Thank You Letter
- Date:
- 1949-01-13
- Creator:
- Maytubby, Floyd, 1893-1963, Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support and Appreciation for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1949-01-17
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Energy, 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_57_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1949-01-17
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Energy
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-17
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- 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_90_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Letters Addressing Stereotyping of American Indians in the Film Industry
- Date:
- 1949-01-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request for Payment of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-19
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- 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_79_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase in Haileyville, Oklahoma: 1949
- Date:
- 1949-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Race discrimination
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["H.E. \"Choc\" Wilkes, a former athlete and part Indian, is leading a crusade to improve the portrayal of Native Americans in American society. He is fighting against negative stereotypes and propaganda in movies that depict Native Americans as criminals. Wilkes believes that this negative portrayal is affecting the employment opportunities and livelihood of Native Americans. He is urging for a change in the public perception of Native Americans and for them to be treated as proud American citizens."]](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_57_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_57_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Crusade for Equality: Choc Wilkes Fighting for Native American Rights in Society")
![["The document is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to George C. Williams, addressing the sale of segregated coal and asphalt lands to the government and the payment to the Chickasaw and Choctaw tribes. Albert states that the full amount of $8,500,000 has been included in an appropriation bill and that he is working to expedite the per capita payments. He anticipates the payments to be made within three months. Williams had inquired about the payment and Albert assures him that he is working to settle the matter as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_60_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_60_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands Payment")
![["The document is from Mr. James W. McDaniel to Carl Albert, regarding the payment to members of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes for the sale of their lands to the government. McDaniel hopes to have the payment included in a supplemental appropriation bill in order to have the Indians paid off in the spring. He expresses trust in Albert's efforts and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Correspondence with Carl Albert")
![["The document is a response from Representative Carl Albert to a telegram from Abijah Colbert, President of the Pontotoc County Indian Confederation, regarding an appropriation bill for coal and asphalt lands. Albert assures Colbert that he will do everything in his power to see the bill passed in Congress. Colbert expresses appreciation for Albert's efforts in securing the appropriation and hopes for success in the hearings and in Congress."]](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_57_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_57_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Coal and Asphalt Lands Appropriation: A Thank You Letter")
![["Mrs. Davis writes a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing her appreciation for his efforts to secure an appropriation for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. She mentions the financial struggles of older Indians and how the payment would greatly help her and her husband. Mrs. Davis also praises Oklahoma's representation at a parade and expresses gratitude for the work done by politicians. She asks to be included on the mailing list for legislative updates and offers to reach out if she needs assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_56_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Support and Appreciation for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["The document is from Dr. G.E. Hartshorne to Carl Albert, inquiring about the payment to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their segregated coal lands. Dr. Hartshorne expresses hope that Congress will appropriate the money to fulfill this obligation. The document also mentions a proposed law to pay the Choctaws for their coal and asphalt deposits after 40 years. Dr. Hartshorne requests Carl Albert's support in getting the bill passed."]](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_57_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_57_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Lands: A Call to Action")
![["Mr. Allen Wright, an attorney at law, wrote to Congressman Carl Albert regarding the appropriation of money by Congress for the payment to the members of the Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their segregated coal and asphalt lands to the government. Wright expressed concern about a news article stating that the government planned to sell part of the deposits to a company in Texas before paying the tribes. He urged for the immediate payment to the tribes and emphasized the importance of Congress being just with its own citizens. Congressman Albert responded, assuring Wright that he was confident Congress would appropriate the necessary funds and the tribes would receive their payments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Payment for Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["The text is a series of letters written by H.E. Choc Wilkes to various individuals and organizations, including President Harry Truman, Warner Brothers Pictures, and Congressman Carl Albert. Wilkes is requesting that they put an end to the character smear against American Indians in movies, as it is affecting their ability to secure jobs and earn a livelihood. He is seeking support and cooperation from others to stop this unjust propaganda portrayed in movie theaters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_90_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_90_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Letters Addressing Stereotyping of American Indians in the Film Industry")
![["Mr. Barnett Crawford, a Choctaw Nation citizen, wrote to Congressman Carl Albert urging him to use his influence to expedite the payment for the coal and asphalt lands belonging to the Choctaws and Chickasaws purchased by the Federal government. Congressman Albert responded, assuring Mr. Crawford that he will do all he can to have the full amount of $8,500,000 placed in a supplemental appropriation bill so that all members of the tribes can be paid off in full."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_58_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request for Payment of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["The Department of the Interior in Oklahoma is unable to sell segregated town lots and lands of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations until they are advised on whether the United States Government will include surface rights to coal and asphalt deposits. Therefore, they are not currently selling any town lots or lands in the segregated area."]](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_79_0000-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase in Haileyville, Oklahoma: 1949")