Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Payment Updates for Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Land Sales 1949-06-27 1949-06-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_6_78_0000, Box, 6, 78, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_78_0009 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_78_0000-(22)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_78_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884264 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_78_0000-(22)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/CAC_CC_001_4_6_78_0009.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Claims; Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages Mrs. Phoebe Sewell wrote to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for coal and asphalt lands sold to the government. Congressman Albert responded that payments are anticipated to be made that year, with enrolled members receiving around $300 or more. He advised enrolled members to update their mailing address with the Five Civilized Tribes Agency in Muskogee, Oklahoma to avoid delays in receiving their checks. He also mentioned that heirs of deceased members will receive their share based on proof of heirship notices. Mrs. Sewell expressed gratitude for the information and mentioned using the money to buy a little home. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Land Purchase on Choctaw-Chickasaw Nations' Territory 1949-06-27 1949-06-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000, Box 87, Folder 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_87_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/882983 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/CACC_CC_001_4_6_87_0003.pdf correspondence Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 4 Pages The text consists of correspondence between W. A. Jaggers and Carl Albert regarding the purchase of a house on land formerly owned by the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Carl Albert states that since the title to the land has passed to the United States, jurisdiction now lies with the Bureau of Land Management. Jaggers seeks assistance in purchasing the house he is currently renting from the Indian Department, and Albert expresses willingness to help. Jaggers also reaches out to Supt. W. O. Roberts for assistance in purchasing the house. Roberts is asked to help Jaggers with information on the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Coal Strip Mining on Segregated Lands: A Plea for Environmental Preservation in 1949 Oklahoma 1949-11-23 1949-11-23 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000, Box 87, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_87_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/882981 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_87_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/CACC_CC_001_4_6_87_0001.pdf correspondence Agriculture and Food Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 5 Pages The letter is addressed to Governor Roy J. Turner of Oklahoma, expressing concern about the coal stripping activities in Oklahoma that are causing devastation to the land. The letter highlights the negative impact of this activity on the environment and urges the Governor to take action to stop it. Mrs. Cecil C. Vaughan, the author of the letter, also sent a copy to Congressman Stigler for support in rectifying the situation. Congressman Albert also acknowledges the letter and expresses willingness to work with Congressman Stigler and Governor Turner to address the issue. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Reflections on Indigenous American Living Conditions and Moral Standards: A Rebuttal to Generalizations 1951-01-01 1951-01-01 Debo, Angie, 1890-1988 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 82nd (1951-1953) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_13_74_0000, Box, 13, 74, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883935 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/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0018.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Agricultural laws and legislation; Religion Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page The writer discusses the living conditions and moral issues faced by Native Americans, particularly the Choctaws, prior to and after the U.S. government's involvement. The writer believes that the government's efforts to provide relief and rehabilitation may have hindered the independence and progress of the Native Americans. The writer also disagrees with some statements made by Angie Debo regarding the tribes' farming abilities and moral behavior. Overall, the writer emphasizes the importance of individualism, independence, and good personnel in addressing the needs of Native American communities. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Update on Choctaw and Chickasaw Payment Status 1959-04-23 1959-04-23 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_33_27_0000, Box, 33, 27, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0007 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_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883300 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/CAC_CC_001_4_33_27_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Creek Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 3 Pages The document from Mr. Elias T. McIntosh to Congressman Carl Albert expresses the need for a per capita payment or settlement for the Choctaw Indians. Congressman Albert responds by informing McIntosh that the claims of the Choctaws have been completed and there is currently no pending payment for them. He also mentions that the Creeks east of the Mississippi River recently received an award. McIntosh expresses disappointment in the response, stating that the Choctaw tribe is in need of a payment or settlement. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Survival of American Indians Association Newsletter: August-September 1966 Issue 1965-01-01 1965-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000, Box 15, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883172 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0002.pdf correspondence Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Seminole Nation of Oklahoma 9 Pages The text discusses the oppression and mistreatment of American Indians, specifically the Choctaw Indian Nation and the Hopi Indians. It highlights the broken treaties, forced removal from their lands, and mistreatment by the white settlers and government. It also mentions the unity efforts among various Indian Nations and the prophecies they believe will come to pass. The text condemns the actions of the white settlers and government, particularly President Andrew Jackson, in their treatment of the indigenous peoples. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK List of Geographical Areas to be Served 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_131_17_0000, Box, 131, 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0004 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_131_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884125 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_131_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0004.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; Agricultural laws and legislation Comanche Nation; Creek Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians 1 Page The document lists various geographical areas in Oklahoma and surrounding states that are to be served. It includes counties such as Tulsa, Cleveland, and Jefferson, as well as states like Texas and Arkansas. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Addressing the Educational and Economic Needs of Eastern Oklahoma: Proposal Amendment for Indian Education Assistance 1974-03-01 1974-03-01 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 121, Folder 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_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_121_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20-%20Five%20Civilzed%20Tribes,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864604 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/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Agricultural laws and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Shawnee Tribe; Seneca-Cayuga Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Creek Nation; Seminole Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Quapaw Nation 34 Pages The document discusses a proposal submitted by the Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma under the Indian Education Act, Part C, requesting assistance to support adult education programs for the Indian population in the area. It highlights the economic need in the region, including poverty, unemployment, and lack of basic amenities. It also addresses the educational need for adult Indian education services in Eastern Oklahoma, emphasizing the lack of support for adult education in the past. Additionally, it provides data on the socio-economic characteristics and reasons for school dropout among Oklahoma Indians. Text