Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Telegram to Carl Albert from Ardmore Junior Chamber of Commerce - Carter Seminary 1947-05-15 1947-05-15 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_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_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_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869985 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_0009.pdf correspondence Labor Unions--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ponca Tribe of Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.); Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 1 Page Telegram to Carl Albert from Ardmore Junior Chamber of Commerce - Carter Seminary Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Indian Employment and Training Programs in Oklahoma, 1958 1957-04-01 1957-04-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 85th (1957-1959) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_4_0000, Box 30, Folder 27A, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865640 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0013.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 2 Pages The document dated September 10, 1958, addressed to Mr. Edger L. McVickers from R. A. Parker discusses the issue of Indian employment and proposes a training program to prepare Indians for work at a small industrial plant, the Pon Key Potteries. The document emphasizes the importance of training Indians to help themselves and seeks assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in financing the program. The document also mentions involving church leaders in starting the training program. The document requests a prompt response and thanks in advance for any help provided. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Tribal Resolutions and Recommendations in the Bureau of Indian Affairs (1958) 1957-07-10 1957-07-10 Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961); 84th (1955-1957); 85th (1957-1959) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_4_0000, Box 30, Folder 27A, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865630 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/85th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_4_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0000-Interior%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27A_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Quapaw Nation; Shawnee Tribe; Seminole Nation; Chickasaw Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Seneca-Cayuga Nation 6 Pages The document is a letter from Marie L. Hayes to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, regarding a resolution reaffirmed by The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1958. The resolution covers various matters affecting Indian Tribes under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Area Offices, including recommendations related to Indian Claims Commission, relocation, vocational training, credit associations, leasing and sale of Indian land, rehabilitation measures, old age assistance, hot lunch program, general welfare, and protection of Indian rights. Belcher is asked to consider and take action on the recommendations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendation for Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office of Public Health Service's Indian Health Division 1967-02-22 1967-02-22 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_14_0000, Box, 63, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0024 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_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0024_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870342 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_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0024.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Speeches, addresses, etc. Chickasaw Nation; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 3 Pages The document is a recommendation for Mr. John Spaan to be appointed as the Executive Officer for the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Indian Health Division. The Chickasaw Advisory Council strongly recommends Mr. Spaan for the position, stating that he is familiar with Indian health problems in Oklahoma and will work hard to improve health services for Oklahoma Indians. The document urges Dr. Rabeau to consider the recommendation as it is of utmost importance to all Indian people in Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Indian Health Program in Oklahoma: Meetings and Recommendations 1967-02-28 1967-02-28 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_11_0000, Box, 63, 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_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_63_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870219 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_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Education--United States; Speeches, addresses, etc.; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma; Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation; Kickapoo Tribe of Nation; Cherokee Nation; Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Indian Tribe; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribe; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Quapaw Nation; Seminole Nation; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Modoc Tribe 4 Pages The document is a letter from Honorable Carl Albert to Dr. E.S. Rabeau, commending him for scheduling meetings with various Indian groups in Oklahoma to improve health services. Albert expresses regret for not being able to attend the meetings and asks if his representative can attend. Rabeau's letter to Albert provides details of the scheduled meetings and invites Albert or his representative to participate. The purpose of the meetings is to obtain suggestions for improving health services and introduce the newly-appointed Indian Health Area Director, Dr. Jack Robertson. Rabeau also seeks Albert's input on the health program for Indians in the Oklahoma Area. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Progress Update on Riverside Indian School Facilities 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_235_18_0000, Box, 235, 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883775 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 5 Pages Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Doc Pewewardy recommending the appointment of Mr. Bobby Cannon as Superintendent of the Fort Sill School. Senator Harris forwarded the recommendation to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, who informed him that no final decision had been made regarding the appointment. They encouraged Mr. Cannon to apply for the position through the Muskogee Area Personnel Office. Doc Pewewardy emphasized the importance of utilizing local talent and youth leadership in community programs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Housing Situation of Mr. Perry Le Clair Under the Indian Housing Improvement Program 1973-08-28 1973-08-28 Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_18_0000, Box, 32, 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0017 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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863424 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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Tonkawa Nation; Ponca Nation; Otoe Nation; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 7 Pages The document is from Dewey F. Bartlett, a United States Senator from Oklahoma, regarding a housing issue faced by Mr. Perry Le Clair in the Indian Housing Improvement Program. Mr. Bartlett is working with the Bureau of Indian Affairs to address the situation and ensure that Mr. Le Clair receives the assistance he needs. The document includes correspondence between various individuals and agencies discussing the application process and efforts to resolve the issue. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Petition for Contracting Concho School and Agency Complex 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0010 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883478 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0010.pdf correspondence Native Americans Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 18 Pages A petition was submitted to the Business Committee on 7-22-78 by enrolled members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma requesting a referendum election to be held on whether or not the tribe should contract Concho School and the physical facilities of the Concho Agency Complex. The action on this petition has not been taken yet. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inquiry Regarding Preferential Treatment for Indigenous Peoples in Employment Practices 1976-05-07 1976-05-07 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_31_22_0000, Box, 31, 22, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_31_22_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_22_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Elbert,%20Hazel/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_22_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865046 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_22_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Elbert,%20Hazel/CAC_CC_003_2_31_22_0004.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Ponca Nation; Tonkawa Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 3 Pages Dr. Gary C. Young of Ponca City, Oklahoma raised questions regarding a job advertisement in the Ponca City News that appeared to give preferential treatment to Indians. The response from the Department of the Interior indicated that the advertisement was permissible under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which allows for preferential treatment for Indians living on or near reservations. The response also addressed concerns about federal funding and possible discriminatory practices by big corporations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Cherokee Nation Chief requests help for hospital funding, uncertain response. 1977-03-18 1977-03-18 Swimmer, Ross O., 1943- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000, Box 25, Folder 23, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0011 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000-Appropriations%20-%20Interior%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Care,%201977/thumbnails/Thumbnails/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/871296 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000-Appropriations%20-%20Interior%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Care,%201977/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0011.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Ponca Tribe of Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 4 Pages The document is from Ross Swimmer, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, to Congressmen Risenhoover and Jones requesting their help in discussing the need for a replacement hospital in Tahlequah in closed hearings of the House on Indian Health Service appropriations. Swimmer mentions that planning money for the facility was deleted from the budget and asks for assistance in getting it included. He also mentions the possibility of funding through new local Public Works funding. Congressman Jones responds expressing his awareness of the need for modern medical facilities and willingness to cooperate with initiatives in the area. Congressman Risenhoover' s office is uncertain about having Mr. Swimmer testify. Text