Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Indian Affairs Correspondence: Challenges and Resolutions 1959-01-01 1959-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_33_38_0000, Box, 33, 38, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_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_33_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883316 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_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health,%201959/CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Health Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Community health services--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 11 Pages Mr. Baker inquired about the future plans for the Indian Hospital at Talihina and Indian government schools, believing they may expire on June 30, 1960. Various officials, including the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Public Health Service, responded stating that there are no plans to close the hospital and schools. They also clarified that recent legislation regarding Choctaw Indians does not affect individual Choctaws, and there is uncertainty about future per capita payments. Officials offered assistance and further information if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Disappearance of Cleveland Taylor 1959-04-24 1959-04-24 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000, Box 15, Folder 28, 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_0028 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_0028_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883198 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_0028.pdf correspondence Native Americans Community health services--United States; Indians of North America--Claims Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 13 Pages Leslie Taylor's brother, Cleveland Taylor, disappeared from the State Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio in 1961. Various agencies have been involved in the search for him, but no specific information has been found. Efforts to locate Taylor are ongoing, and the case has not been closed. The Bureau of Indian Affairs and the U.S. Senate are working together to try and find more information about Taylor's whereabouts. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Indian Hospitals in Oklahoma 1959-10-23 1959-10-23 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_33_38_0000, Box, 33, 38, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_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_33_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883317 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_38_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health,%201959/CAC_CC_001_4_33_38_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Health Community health services--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Kickapoo Nation; Shawnee Nation 9 Pages The document discusses concerns about the closure of Indian hospitals in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and Tacoma, Washington, particularly tuberculosis sanatoria. The writer argues that the high incidence of tuberculosis among the Indian population warrants the continued operation of these hospitals. The document requests information from Mr. Fleming on the government's plans regarding the hospitals and urges him to advocate for the Indian people in this matter. Mr. Fleming responds, stating that he has forwarded the letter to the Surgeon General for consideration and appreciates the writer's concern for the Indian health program. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Appeal for Change in Indian Health Program Policy 1963-12-14 1963-12-14 Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_36_0000, Box, 47, 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0003 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_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870051 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/CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0003.pdf correspondence Health; Labor and Employment; Social Welfare Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; Older people--Medical care--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 12 Pages The document includes correspondence between Carl Albert, M.C. and Harry J.W. Belvin regarding the eligibility of non-Indian widows of deceased beneficiaries of the Indian Health program to receive medical services. Bob Wade also writes to Chief Belvin, explaining the plight of his aged mother who is now ineligible for care at the PHS Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma. He expresses concern for his mother's health and financial situation, appealing for help in changing the policy that denies non-Indian widows access to medical services. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Health Services for Native Americans: Conference Highlights and Initiatives 1964-01-01 1964-01-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_55_0000, Box, 47, 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_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_47_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870098 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_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0007.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation 3 Pages The Department of Health, Education, and Welfare's Public Health Service Division of Indian Health Area is working with Indian Health Service Unit Directors and Hospital Administrative Officers in a four-state area to plan health activities by objective. A conference in Oklahoma City will include presentations on the Indian viewpoint, relationships with Indian groups, and other topics related to health planning and management. Various workshops and discussions will cover topics such as hospital accreditation, public health nursing, sanitation, and oral health. Medical directors and administrators from multiple Service Units in Oklahoma, Kansas, North Carolina, and Mississippi will be attending the conference. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Healthcare Access for Indians in Choctaw County 1964-03-25 1964-03-25 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_55_0000, Box, 47, 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_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_47_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870095 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_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0004.pdf correspondence Health Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 18 Pages Chief Solomon Homer inquired about the possibility of obtaining a medical doctor to treat Indians in Choctaw county, but Dr. McBrayer stated there may not be enough work to justify a full-time physician. Dr. McBrayer suggested exploring the possibility of obtaining the services of a contract doctor in Hugo for emergency cases. The Indian Health Area Office in Oklahoma City also proposed increasing health services at Antlers and extending them to residents of surrounding areas. The overall challenge is providing medical services in an economically depressed area with busy physicians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Healthcare for Native Americans: The Talihina Indian Hospital Expansion 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Udall, Stewart L. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_47_0000, Box, 63, 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_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_63_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870426 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_63_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0002.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; United States--Appropriations and expenditures Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Seminole Nation; Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages Representative Carl Albert spoke in support of a $64,000 item in the Interior Appropriation Bill for the Public Health Service Indian Hospital at Talihina, Oklahoma. The funds would be used for consolidating shop space and constructing a new incinerator. The hospital serves members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Indians in Southeastern Oklahoma and is in need of modernization and expansion to meet program needs. The $64,000 would enable some necessary improvements to be made, including the construction of the incinerator and consolidation of shop space. Representative Albert emphasized the importance of this funding for the hospital to continue functioning effectively. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improvements Needed: Public Health Service Indian Hospital at Talihina, Oklahoma 1967-02-20 1967-02-20 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_15_0000, Box, 63, 15, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0006 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_63_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870365 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_63_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0006.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans United States--Appropriations and expenditures; Community health services--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seminole Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages Representative Carl Albert spoke in support of a $64,000 item in the Interior Appropriation Bill for the Public Health Service Indian Hospital at Talihina, Oklahoma. The funds will be used for consolidating shop space and constructing a new incinerator. The hospital serves as a primary health resource for members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Indians in Southeastern Oklahoma and is in need of modernization and expansion to meet current program needs. The $64,000 is necessary for making some of the most needed improvements at the hospital, including the construction of the new incinerator and consolidation of shop space. Representative Albert hopes the funds will not be eliminated from the appropriation bill. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Modernizing the Talihina Indian Hospital: A Proposal for Improved Health Services 1967-02-23 1967-02-23 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_15_0000, Box, 63, 15, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0005 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_63_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870364 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_63_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0005.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Older people--Medical care--United States; Community health services--United States Seminole Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation 8 Pages The proposal to modernize the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma includes major functional rearrangements, expansion of departments, and the addition of 100 GM&S beds. The project will be completed in three phases to avoid increased costs and construction issues. The estimated cost has increased to $1,502,000, and it is recommended to award one construction contract for all phases. The hospital serves as a primary health resource for the Choctaw and other tribes in the area, and the proposed modernization aims to improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare services provided. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 122, Folder 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864610 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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Choctaw Nation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States Shawnee Tribe; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Creek Nation 3 Pages A contract was awarded to Moats Drilling Company for the installation of wells in Washington. A ground-breaking ceremony for a new Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma was held. The facility will be named after the principal chief of the Choctaw Nation and will provide health care to individuals with at least one-quarter Indian bloodline. The facility is expected to cost a quarter of a million dollars and employ approximately 17 people. The site for the health center was offered by the Golden Age Home board, and construction is being done by Choctaw Service and Supply Company. Chief Belvin expressed gratitude to various parties involved in making the construction of the clinic possible. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Action Needed for Indian Health Clinics in Oklahoma 1974-07-01 1974-07-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 122, Folder 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864607 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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Health Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress; Community health services--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Creek Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 5 Pages The document discusses the progress of new Indian Health Clinics in McAlester, Hugo, and Eufaula, Oklahoma. Chief Belvin of the Choctaw Tribe and Dr. Emory Johnson's office are working on getting the clinics constructed and staffed. Mr. Chadwick from Dr. Johnson's office is coordinating with Chief Belvin to expedite the process. Clarke Chapman, a resident of Oklahoma, has written to Congressman Carl Albert urging him to push for the clinics to be operational by June 1974. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Choctaw Nation Requests Participation in Selection of Health Service Director: Correspondence Overview 1977-07-23 1977-07-23 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_11_0000, Box, 32, 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0015 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884381 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978%20(2)/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0015.pdf correspondence Health Community health services--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 5 Pages The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is requesting to participate in the selection process of a Service Unit Director for the Indian Health Service facility at Talihina. They are concerned about the reinstatement of Floyd Anderson, citing previous issues with his leadership. They are requesting support from Senator Dewey Bartlett and Secretary Joseph Califano to intervene and countermand the reinstatement. They believe that allowing the tribe to have a voice in the selection process is important for the delivery of quality health services. Text