Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Chilocco Indian School Students Accuse BIA of Slander and Neglect 1950-01-01 1950-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951); 84th (1955-1957); 82nd (1951-1953); 85th (1957-1959); 86th (1959-1961); 83rd (1953-1955) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_10_0000, Box 141, Folder 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0042 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0042_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865753 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0042.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Chilocco Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 1 Page Student leaders at Chilocco Indian School accuse the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs of slandering the school in an effort to eliminate it from BIA jurisdiction. They organize a letter-writing campaign and speak out against the bureau's proposed move to hand the school over to a private contractor. Students defend the school and refute allegations of mistreatment, urging their classmates to take action to save Chilocco. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Senator Bellmon's Critique of Political Exploitation of Minority Groups 1950-01-01 1950-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951); 82nd (1951-1953); 85th (1957-1959); 84th (1955-1957); 86th (1959-1961); 83rd (1953-1955) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_10_0000, Box 141, Folder 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0044 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0044_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865755 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0044.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chilocco Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 1 Page The document discusses the Ponca City News, a newspaper published in Oklahoma. It mentions the staff and ownership of the newspaper, as well as a quote from Psalms and a statement from President John F. Kennedy about war. The editor criticizes Senator Henry Bellmon for his actions regarding minority groups and Senator Teddy Kennedy's political tour of Alaska, suggesting it is for publicity rather than genuine concern. Bellmon's actions are praised for calling attention to this issue, and the editor criticizes the biased reporting and motives behind Kennedy's tour. It is suggested that Bellmon's actions may not have a significant impact on Teddy Kennedy's campaign. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Chilocco Indian School Controversy: Brutality, Neglect, and Mismanagement Allegations 1950-01-01 1950-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951); 82nd (1951-1953); 86th (1959-1961); 83rd (1953-1955); 85th (1957-1959); 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_10_0000, Box 141, Folder 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0045 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0045_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865756 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0045.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation 1 Page Chilocco Indian School, opened 85 years ago, has faced criticism for its treatment of students including physical and mental abuse. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has investigated the allegations of brutality and has removed staff members following the report. The school has grown significantly over the years and is now home to over 1,000 high school students from various tribes. The use of handcuffs to restrain unruly students has been a controversial issue at the school. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is working to address the criticisms and improve the operations of the school. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Needs of the Pawnee Indian Agency in 1955 1955-01-01 1955-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 85th (1957-1959); 86th (1959-1961); 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_3_0000, Box 22, Folder 26A, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0011 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865603 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/84th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201955-1956/CAC_CC_004_3_22_26A_0011.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 4 Pages The document includes a series of letters and communications regarding the need for additional clerical assistance at the Pawnee Sub-Agency, as well as concerns about foreign policy and the treatment of Indian agencies. Congressman Page Belcher is involved in addressing these issues and promises to look into the requests made by Mr. Guy Fox and others. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Land Sale in Chilocco Reservation and Conservation Efforts in Western Kay County 1955-01-01 1955-01-01 Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957); 86th (1959-1961); 85th (1957-1959) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_5_0000, Box 45, Folder 8B, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865679 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201958-1960/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8B_0002.pdf correspondence Agricultural laws and legislation Kaw Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation 2 Pages George E. Tarpenning, a member of the Western Kay County Soil Conservation District, wrote a letter to Congressman Page Belcher regarding the progress of their conservation work and the need for assistance with flood control projects. Tarpenning also mentioned the potential sale of land in the Chilocco Reservation and expressed interest in handling the sale through local talent. Belcher responded, promising to look into the matter and provide an update after receiving a report. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Water Pollution on Osage Reservation Lands 1955-01-01 1955-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961); 85th (1957-1959); 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_5_0000, Box 45, Folder 8C, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865695 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 15 Pages Mr. Walter Colby, a Hereford breeder in Ponca City, Oklahoma, has been dealing with water pollution issues on his land within the Osage Reservation. He reached out to Hon. Page Belcher, a Member of Congress, for assistance. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has been involved in addressing the situation and has provided reports and updates on the actions taken. Mr. Colby has also invited Mr. Belcher to visit his ranch to see the situation firsthand. The Bureau is working with the Osage Agency to address the pollution issue and provide support to Mr. Colby. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Kaw Indian Tribal Council's Land Survey Request, 1961 1959-01-01 1959-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 87th (1961-1963); 86th (1959-1961) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_6_0000, Box 60, Folder 21C, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865700 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Kaw Nation 5 Pages Mr. Tom J. Dennison, Chairman of the Kaw Indian Tribal Council, wrote to Congressman Page Belcher requesting an appointment with the Secretary of the Interior regarding a survey on the status of Kaw Indian Half Breed Reserve Lands in Kansas. Congressman Belcher forwarded the request to the Department of the Interior, which informed that the matter was being reviewed by their Solicitor's Office and suggested that Mr. Dennison arrange for an appointment with their attorneys. Congressman Belcher assured Mr. Dennison that he was happy to assist further if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Conditions at the Chilocco Indian School in 1961 1959-01-01 1959-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 87th (1961-1963); 86th (1959-1961) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_6_0000, Box 60, Folder 21C, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865703 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Chilocco Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 2 Pages State Representative John Howe wrote to Congressman Page Belcher about the substandard and overcrowded conditions at the Chilocco Indian School. The school is in need of a new dormitory to house the increasing number of students. Congressman Belcher assured Howe that he would take up the matter with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and do what he could to improve the conditions at the school. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Vocational Training Opportunities in Oklahoma in 1959 1959-05-12 1959-05-12 Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_5_0000, Box 45, Folder 8C, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865690 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8C_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 16 Pages The document is a response from the Department of the Interior to Congressman Page Belcher regarding Indian matters raised by Mr. R. A. Parker. The Department addresses various topics including assistance for Turtle Mountain Indians, Indian Claims Commission, vocational training for Indians, eligibility criteria, and services for Indians in Oklahoma. The Department also mentions efforts to attract industry for employment opportunities for Indian people in the Ponca City area. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Transfer of Former Ponca Sub-Agency Buildings to the Ponca Tribe and American Legion Post No. 38 1959-06-02 1959-06-02 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_5_0000, Box 45, Folder 8A, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0015 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865676 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0015.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 16 Pages The document is a series of correspondence between various individuals regarding the transfer of a building located at the Ponca Indian Sub-Agency to the American Legion Post No. 38 of White Eagle, Oklahoma. The Bureau of Indian Affairs favors transferring the surplus buildings to the Ponca Tribe under certain provisions, and actions are being taken to facilitate the transfer. The American Legion Post is advised to make a formal request to the Ponca Tribe for the building. Congressman Page Belcher is actively involved in inquiring about the status of the building and facilitating the transfer process. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Enrollment Number Inquiry 1960-01-19 1960-01-19 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_5_0000, Box 45, Folder 8A, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865666 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/86th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_5_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201959-1960/CAC_CC_004_5_45_8A_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Cherokee Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 10 Pages Mrs. Bonnie Belle Wilson Bateman contacted Congressman Page Belcher seeking information on her mother's Cherokee Roll enrollee number. Belcher forwarded her request to the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee, but they were unable to locate any information on her mother. The Bureau suggested contacting the Muskogee Area office for more information. The Bureau also mentioned that the Cherokee Nation's claims were being prosecuted before the Indian Claims Commission, and there was no authority to add names to the Cherokee Roll. Belcher reassured Mrs. Bateman that he would continue to investigate and provide updates as soon as he received more information. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Conditions at Chilocco Indian School in 1961 1961-09-22 1961-09-22 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961); 87th (1961-1963) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_6_0000, Box 60, Folder 21C, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865702 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/87th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_6_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Yuchi,%20Kaw,%20Pawnee,%20St.%20Labre%20Indian%20School,%20and%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201961-1962/CAC_CC_004_6_60_21C_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Chilocco Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 6 Pages The document includes correspondence between State Senator Roy E. Grantham and Congressman Page Belcher regarding the inadequate living conditions at the Chilocco Indian School. Senator Grantham expresses concern about the living conditions in the boys' dormitory and requests additional improvements, such as the construction of a new dormitory. Congressman Belcher assures Senator Grantham that he will address the issue with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and provide updates on any progress. Text