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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Update on Five Civilized Tribes Foundation Grant Application
- Date:
- 1959-06-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response Regarding Indian Per Capita Payment Status
- Date:
- 1959-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Assistance for Choctaw Individual - July 30, 1959
- Date:
- 1959-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry About Choctaw Dictionary
- Date:
- 1959-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Indians
- Date:
- 1960-09-14
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 86th (1959-1961)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Health Services for Non-Indian Widows of Deceased Indian Beneficiaries
- Date:
- 1963-08-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Qualities of a Good Congressman
- Date:
- 1964-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Contact Information for Releasing Statements in Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1964-01-01
- Creator:
- Cromley, Allan, 1922-2011
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Legislation to Eliminate Second Class Citizenship and Preserve Rights
- Date:
- 1964-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Restoration of Choctaw Indians to Allotment Rolls
- Date:
- 1964-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The Five Civilized Tribes Foundation in Muskogee submitted a grant application for the Adult Education Program under Public Law 92-318 (Indian program) to the Office of Education. They were informed that a decision on funding will be made by June 1, and not all applicants will be funded due to lack of funds. The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Office of Education have been in communication regarding the proposal and are keeping the Foundation updated on the status of their application. The Foundation expressed gratitude for the support and assistance they have received."]](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_121_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20-%20Five%20Civilzed%20Tribes,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Update on Five Civilized Tribes Foundation Grant Application")
![["Mrs. Willie Hays of Willis, Oklahoma wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about payments to the Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert checked with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and informed Mrs. Hays that an award of approximately $3,000,000 was made to the nations in 1950 by the Indian Claims Commission, and most of it has been distributed to eligible individuals. If Mrs. Hays wanted further information, she was advised to contact the Area Director in Muskogee."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Response Regarding Indian Per Capita Payment Status")
![["The document from Principal Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation to Senator Kerr expresses concern over a proposed cut in the Oklahoma Indian Loan Fund by the Bureau of Indian Affairs for administrative costs. Belvin requests Senator Kerr to prevent this cut and restore the funds when it reaches the Senate side of Congress. Congressman Carl Albert also expresses his support in preventing the Indian Loan fund from being affected by administrative costs."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Assistance for Choctaw Individual - July 30, 1959")
![["The document is a response to Mr. Impalumbi's inquiry about per capita payments to the Choctaw Indians. The writer informs him about legislation that may allow for distribution of tribal funds and offers to contact the Regional Office of Indian Affairs to help with building a house. The writer also requests the Area Director to assist Mr. Impalumbi's with obtaining funds for building a house and removing restrictions on his land."]](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_33_27_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry About Choctaw Dictionary")
![["Mr. Askew inquired about land allotments and per capita payments for Choctaw Indians. The Bureau of Indian Affairs stated that no per capita payments were programmed for that year, and provided information on how unenrolled Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes could apply for land allotments. Congressman Carl Albert communicated this information to Mr. Askew and assured him of his assistance."]](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_47_53_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Indians")
![["The document is a series of letters between Honorable Carl Albert, M.C., Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation, and officials from the Public Health Service regarding the provision of health services to non-Indian widows of deceased Indian beneficiaries. Albert is advocating for the continuation of this policy and is working with Dr. Wagner and Mr. Gerard to address the issue. The documents show a collaborative effort to ensure the continuation of health services for these widows."]](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_47_36_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Health Services for Non-Indian Widows of Deceased Indian Beneficiaries")
![["Carl Albert, a representative from Oklahoma, expresses his pride in the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes in his district and their contributions to the state and country. He emphasizes the importance of funding for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, particularly for Indian health and education. Albert highlights the Talihina hospital in his district as a top-notch facility that serves the Indian community and the surrounding area. He calls for adequate funding in the appropriation bill to support the hospital's operations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0000-Press%20releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Qualities of a Good Congressman")
![["The speaker, a congressman from Oklahoma, expresses pride in the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes in his district and their contributions to the state and country. He emphasizes the importance of funding for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, particularly for Indian health and education. He praises a hospital in his district for its modern facilities and dedicated staff, and hopes that the appropriation bill will provide enough funds to keep it running effectively."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0000-Press%20releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Contact Information for Releasing Statements in Oklahoma City")
![["The author is interested in Indian education and mentions three Indian boarding schools in their district - Wheelock, Carter, and Jones Academy. These schools provide education opportunities for young boys and girls of Indian descent, many of whom come from remote areas, are orphans, or come from broken homes. The author also mentions the Indian Goodland Orphanage in their district, which they have visited and received a photo of a girls' chorus. The author is grateful for the financial aid provided to the orphanage by the Federal government and praises the Presbyterian Church for their work among the Indian population in Oklahoma. Additionally, there are day schools operated by the Indian Bureau in the district for areas without State schools, and the Federal government provides tuition payments for Indian children attending local and State schools."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0000-Press%20releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_4_153_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Legislation to Eliminate Second Class Citizenship and Preserve Rights")
![["Mrs. Ocie Heady visited the Indian Affairs office in Washington, D.C. to inquire about restoring certain Choctaw Indians to the rolls for allotments on public land. The office contacted the Muskogee Area Office, who provided historical background on the issue and stated that there was no current authority to add names to the rolls. Mrs. Heady's information was forwarded for further review, and the office expressed regret that they could not provide more encouraging news. Additional documents and genealogical charts were also included in the correspondence."]](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_47_53_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Restoration of Choctaw Indians to Allotment Rolls")