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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Response to Request for Out-of-Print Choctaw Language Dictionary
- Date:
- 1948-06-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Instructions for the Per Capita Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians in 1949
- Date:
- 1948-06-24
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Missionary Work and Request for Choctaw Language Reference Material
- Date:
- 1948-07-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Report Reveals Dire Poverty and Health Conditions among Oklahoma Indians
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Debo, Angie, 1890-1988
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry in Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_6_79_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information on Land Purchase from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Race discrimination, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Mrs. Lena Washington requested a copy of the dictionary of the Choctaw language compiled by Cyrus Byington, but was informed that the book is out of print and the Secretary of the Interior has decided not to have more copies printed. Congressman ARL Albert expressed regret and offered assistance with anything else she may need."]](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_20_25_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahoma%20Area%20Office%20Consolidation,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Request for Out-of-Print Choctaw Language Dictionary")
![["The document is a letter from the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Honorable Carl Albert, providing instructions for per capita payments to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians. The letter authorizes a payment of $350 to enrolled members of the tribes, outlines the distribution process, and specifies that payments will be made to living enrollees or their lawful heirs. Funds have been allocated, and the payments are expected to start soon."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Instructions for the Per Capita Payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians in 1949")
![["The letter is from Carl Albert, a member of Congress, to Rev. and Mrs. Wilson W. Boggan in response to their request for a copy of \"Choctaw Definer\" to assist them in their missionary work with the Chickasaw Indian Nation. Although there is no book by that title, Albert has requested the Smithsonian Institution to send them a copy of Bulletin 46, A Dictionary of The Choctaw Language. He hopes this book will be helpful to them and offers 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_20_25_0000%20-%20%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Oklahoma%20Area%20Office%20Consolidation,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_25_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Missionary Work and Request for Choctaw Language Reference Material")
![["A report from state historian Angie Debo in 1949 reveals that many Oklahoma Indians live in poverty, with poor living conditions, disease, crime, and moral delinquency. The Cherokee are particularly affected, while the Creeks and Seminoles are in better situations. Angie Debo calls for measures to improve the situation, including stopping land sales, increasing Indian services, and expanding support programs for tribes."]](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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0013_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Report Reveals Dire Poverty and Health Conditions among Oklahoma Indians")
![["Mr. Clark Jackson wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing his urgency in receiving the capital payment for the Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert responded by informing Jackson that payments would begin in July and that they had been pressuring the Indian Service to expedite the process. Albert assured Jackson that the checks would be mailed soon and requested that he inform his neighbors. Albert also offered his assistance and encouraged Jackson to reach out 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_76_0000-(20)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_76_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding Payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for Land Sales")
![["The letter is from the Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior to Honorable Carl Albert, discussing the purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw tribal coal and asphalt lands. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has been requested to provide updates on payments to these tribes, with the first report enclosed for information."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence Regarding the Purchase of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Lands")
![["The letter to the editor discusses the sale of coal and asphalt deposits from the Choctaw-Chickasaw people to the U.S. Government. It highlights concerns about the lack of transparency and misrepresentation of the sale to tribal members, as well as the withholding of funds by the Indian Bureau. The letter expresses worry about the potential negative impact of the sale on future generations of the Choctaw and Chickasaw people."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to the Editor: Unveiling the Controversial Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Properties to the U.S. Government")
![["The letter is a response to a request for information regarding the sale of unallotted coal and asphalt lands owned by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. The lands were purchased by the Government for $8,500,000, with payments to be made to enrolled members and their heirs. The exact amount of the payments is estimated to be around $350 per share. Applications for payments will be distributed by the office and through District Agents and Probate Attorneys. Payments will be made as soon as possible, with no involvement of attorneys or creditors. Freedmen and new members will not participate in the payment, and individuals are advised not to submit documents until requested."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1949 Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and House of Representatives Regarding Five Civilized Tribes Agency")
![["The letter is a response to Honorable Carl Albert regarding a request to purchase certain lands in Oklahoma. The Bureau of Land Management states that no procedure has been established yet for the disposal of the lands, as deeds are still being prepared. The complexity of the situation may require legislation before the lands can be properly administered. The letter also mentions that the request has been forwarded to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for further processing."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry in Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith")
![["The letter is requesting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the purchase of three blocks of land in Haileyville, Oklahoma by Mr. LeRoy Smith. The letter mentions the segregation of coal and asphalt land purchased from the Choctaw Nation and requests guidance on the proper procedure for the resale of the property."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information on Land Purchase from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")