Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK A Tribute to Charles D. Carter: A Distinguished American of Indian Descent 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_12_0000, Box, 2, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870013 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 1 Page The document highlights the beloved and respected figure of Will Rogers, who was of Indian descent and known for his kindness, humor, and character. He received his education in Indian schools and is seen as a symbol of the character and ability of original Americans. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recognizing Indian Contributions: From Sequoyah to Will Rogers 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_12_0000, Box, 2, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0018 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870015 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0018.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--United States Cherokee Nation 1 Page Carl Albert defends the achievements of Native Americans, highlighting individuals such as Charles D. Carter, Sequoyah, and Will Rogers. He refutes negative remarks made about Native Americans and emphasizes their contributions to American society. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Native American Achievements in American History 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_12_0000, Box, 2, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0019 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870016 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0019.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--United States Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page Carl Albert defends the achievements of Native Americans, particularly those from Oklahoma, in response to remarks made by a colleague from Oregon. He highlights the accomplishments of individuals like Charles D. Carter, Sequoyah, and Will Rogers, who were educated in Native American schools and made significant contributions to American society. Carl Albert argues that the statues of these individuals in Statuary Hall serve as evidence of their greatness Carl Albert and should be respected by all. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recognizing Civilian Achievements: A Tribute to Charles D. Carter and Other Outstanding Americans 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_12_0000, Box, 2, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0021 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870018 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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0021.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--Education; Indians of North America--United States 1 Page The document discusses the accomplishments of two prominent individuals from Oklahoma, Sequoyah and Will Rogers. Sequoyah was a self-educated scholar, while Will Rogers received his education in Cherokee Indian schools. The document emphasizes that their achievements speak for themselves and are revered by all. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Supporting Indian Education: A Letter from Carl Albert 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_7_0000, Box, 2, 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0001 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869982 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0001.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Education--United States; United States--Politics and government; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 1 Page In the letter, Carl Albert expresses gratitude for receiving information about Wheelock Academy Commencement exercises and shares concerns about cuts to Indian education funding made by the House of Representatives. He mentions the positive impact of Indian schools in Oklahoma and vows to continue fighting for their funding to ensure they can open again in the fall. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Supporting Indian Schools and Hospitals: A Letter from Carl Albert 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_7_0000, Box, 2, 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0015 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869991 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0015.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--United States; Indians of North America--Education 1 Page The document is from Congressman Carl Albert to Reverend A. W. Hancock, thanking him for providing information on the need for continued funding for Indian schools and hospitals. Albert states that he has already advocated for increased appropriations in the House of Representatives and will continue to fight for funding in the Senate. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Support for Indian Education: A Letter from Grace Wheeler 1947-01-01 1947-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_7_0000, Box, 2, 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0021 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869995 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0021.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--Education; Indians of North America--United States 1 Page The document expresses regret for not being able to attend a meeting of the Inter-Tribal Indian Council of Oklahoma, due to Congressional duties. The writer, Grace Wheeler, Secretary of Inter-tribal Indian Council of Oklahoma, assures the Council of their commitment to supporting Indian education and efforts to restore funding cuts. The writer also explains actions taken in Congress Carl Albert to advocate for Indian education funding. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns for Indian School Improvement: A Letter to Congressman Carl Albert 1947-05-26 1947-05-26 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_7_0000, Box, 2, 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0002 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869983 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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0002.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Indians of North America--United States 5 Pages A letter dated May 24, 1947, addressed to Congressman Carl Albert from the Indian Presbytery of the Synod of Oklahoma expresses concern about the state of Indian schools in South Oklahoma. The writer, R. M. Firebaugh, superintendent of the Presbytery, emphasizes the need for improvement in these schools for the advancement of the Choctaw people both socially and religiously. The document requests continued support from Congressman Albert. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Federal Interference in Education: A Warning from Oklahoma 1948-01-01 1948-01-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_20_11_0000, Box, 20, 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0015 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_11_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Tribe,%201954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870525 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_11_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Tribe,%201954/CAC_CC_001_4_20_11_0015.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues; Social Welfare Education--United States Seminole Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The article argues against federal interference in state educational programs, using the example of a controversy between the Oklahoma state highway commission and the public roads administration. It warns that accepting federal aid for education could lead to centralized dictatorship and potential control over school curricula by the federal government. The article criticizes recent actions in Congress Carl Albert related to federal education aid and warns of the potential for further interference in the future. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Fights for the TEW Housing Bill 1948-06-03 1948-06-03 Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection CAC_CC_14_5_0000, Box 171, Folder 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/67 CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0000-Statements%20in%20Congress,%20speeches,%20and%20press%20releases%20of%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866449 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0000-Statements%20in%20Congress,%20speeches,%20and%20press%20releases%20of%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0021.pdf correspondence Education; Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Education, Elementary--United States 2 Pages In her speech, Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses the urgent need for Federal aid to education in California due to the rapid population growth and lack of industrial property to tax for school funding. She highlights the increasing number of children in need of education, the shortage of classrooms, and the necessity for more teachers. Douglas emphasizes the importance of providing equal educational opportunities for all children, regardless of their location or socioeconomic background. Text