Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Antrim Lumber Company's Claim Against Fred B. Hannan and the Fort Sill School Annex Construction 1921-01-01 1921-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection CAC_CC_23_3.4_0000, Box 4, Folder 42, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/61 CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_42_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_42_0000-Al-An/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3_3_4_42_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863291 https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Lorraine+M.+Gensman+Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_42_0000-Al-An/CAC_CC_023_3_3_4_42_0006.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 12 Pages A letter was sent to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs requesting an increase in tuition rate for Indian children attending school at Cache, Oklahoma. The Commissioner responded stating that the current rate is $0.20 per day per pupil. A petition was also sent to government officials seeking financial aid for the school district, as they were facing financial difficulties due to non-taxable land in the area. The document highlighted the need for assistance to continue operating the school. Additionally, a bill for school relief in Oklahoma was discussed but was not signed by the Lieutenant Governor, prompting the school district to seek help from the Federal Government. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Missionary's Plea: A Historical Correspondence on Land Rights and Peyote Legislation 1921-01-01 1921-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection CAC_CC_23_3.4_0000, Box 4, Folder 73, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/61 CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0000-Gr-Harp/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863310 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0000-Gr-Harp/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0006.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma 24 Pages Mrs. Della Hodge is a teacher at Fort Sill Indian School who is seeking Civil Service status in order to continue teaching. Congressman L.M. Gensman is advocating on her behalf, contacting the Civil Service Commission and the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to help secure her status. Mrs. Hodge is hoping to continue teaching for personal and financial reasons, and Gensman is working to ensure her application is considered favorably. The correspondence shows a supportive relationship between Gensman and Mrs. Hodge. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1953 Correspondence Regarding Retroactive Application of Federal Income Tax on Indian Tribal Lands 1951-01-01 1951-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 83rd (1953-1955); 82nd (1951-1953) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_2_0000, Box 12, Folder 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865520 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0021.pdf correspondence Taxation Indians of North America--Oklahoma Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation 16 Pages The document from the U.S. Treasury Department addresses a request by various Indian tribes regarding the application of a decision on the taxation of income from restricted Indian lands. The Bureau of Internal Revenue explains their position on the matter and the history of taxation laws related to Indian income. The document also discusses a specific case involving Comanche Indians and their income tax payments. The document explains the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to prescribe the extent of retroactive effect in tax rulings and decisions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Advocating for Justice: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe 1951-01-01 1951-01-01 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 82nd (1951-1953) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_3_0000, Box 27, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0000-Indians,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873547 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0000-Indians,%201951/CAC_CC_047_3_27_55_0003.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Delaware Tribe of Indians; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma 1 Page The document is from K.B. Cornell, a public accountant, to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding H.R. 1631, a bill concerning lands near El Reno, Oklahoma. Cornell supports the bill as it is just for the Cheyenne-Indian Tribe and believes in doing what is right, regardless of political affiliation. He also mentions his professional field in tax accounting and praises Schwabe's ideas on taxation preferences. Cornell leaves the matter to Schwabe's judgement and expresses frustration over recent political events. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Between Oklahoma Indians and Congressman Regarding Appointment of New Commissioner of Indian Affairs 1953-10-25 1953-10-25 Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 83rd (1953-1955) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_2_0000, Box 12, Folder 35b, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865560 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35B_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35b_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages The document is a letter from Page Belcher, a congressman from Oklahoma, responding to a letter of disappointment from Ernest Hunt regarding the appointment of a new Commissioner of Indian Affairs. Hunt and other Oklahoma Indians had supported Harry J.W. Belvin for the position, but Glenn L. Emmons was appointed instead, causing disappointment and protests. The Oklahoma Indians felt that promises made to them regarding the appointment had not been kept, and they requested that Belvin be appointed as an assistant to the new commissioner. The document includes a newspaper clipping reporting on the Kiowa Indians' protest of Emmons' appointment. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1955 Opposition to the Removal of U.S. Guardianship Over Indians: A Resolution of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribal Business Committee 1956-02-10 1956-02-10 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_3_0000, Box 22, Folder 15B, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0001 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_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865584 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_15B_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201955-1956/CAC_CC_004_3_22_15B_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The document is a response from Rep. Page Belcher to a resolution sent by the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribal Business Committee regarding the removal of the United States' guardianship over Indians. The committee expressed their opposition to the passage of S. 401, a bill that would abolish the functions of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and remove guardianship over Indians and trusteeship over Indian lands. They believe that the tribes are not yet ready for such a change due to disparities in health and business knowledge between tribal members and the non-Indian population. They petition their representatives in Congress to oppose the bill and send copies of their resolution to federal officials. Rep. Belcher acknowledges receipt of the resolution and promises to carefully consider the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes' Internal Affairs, 1958 1956-03-09 1956-03-09 Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_4_0000, Box 30, Folder 27B, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0006 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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865649 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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0006.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma 6 Pages The document consists of a series of letters regarding a matter concerning the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes. The documents discuss the legality of certain elections and decisions made by the tribes' Business Committee, as well as concerns about separation issues and the lack of proper representation of the tribes' interests. The Kiowa Progressive Organization expresses opposition to the dissolution of the tribes' affiliation and questions the methods used by the Business Committee. They also appeal for a postponement of tribal elections and raise concerns about the economic impact of the separation. The documents are addressed to various officials and government representatives for further action and consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence between Page Belcher and Angie Debo Regarding Indian Affairs 1956-12-03 1956-12-03 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_4_0000, Box 30, Folder 27B, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0007 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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865650 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_27B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201957-1958/CAC_CC_004_4_30_27B_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation 3 Pages Miss Angie Debo wrote a letter to Hon. Page Belcher, a member of Congress, congratulating him on his re-election and expressing her concerns regarding an Indian matter involving the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes. She requested that the vote on a constitution be postponed until after a regular tribal election and an investigation by the Association on American Indian Affairs is completed. Belcher acknowledged her letter and assured her that he will do everything he can to address the issue. He also forwarded a copy of a letter from the Assistant Secretary of the Interior regarding the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1959 Correspondence Regarding Caddo Indian Tribe's Land Matters 1959-09-15 1959-09-15 Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961) 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_0001 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_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865678 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_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians 9 Pages The Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma has requested assistance from Congressman Page Belcher regarding a land matter involving the Riverside Indian School and the Kiowa Indian Agency. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is investigating the legal status of the land and whether it can be restored to tribal ownership. The matter is being studied by the Office of the Solicitor for the Department of the Interior, and further information will be provided once the Solicitor's opinion is available. The Caddo Tribe is seeking recognition of their rights to certain parcels of land, and their request has been submitted through official resolutions to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Congressman Belcher is working to gather information and provide assistance to the tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK HUD Notification: Lok-Rent Public Housing Project for Comanche Indian Tribe 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 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_122_37_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_122_37_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_37_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864616 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_37_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_122_37_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Housing--Law and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 1 Page The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a loan for the construction of 50 single-family low-rent homes by the Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe of Oklahoma. The project will be built using the Turnkey Mutual-Help method and will be located in several counties in Oklahoma. For more information, contact Mr. Stanley Pahdopony, Chairman of the Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Invitation to the National Prayer Breakfast in 1979 1977-12-06 1977-12-06 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_4_0000, Box 22, Folder 30, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_4_22_30_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_30_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864030 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/CAC_CC_109_4_22_30_0002.pdf correspondence Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Land use--Planning Cherokee Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 17 Pages Congressman James R. Jones recommended Mr. Charles Pack and Dr. David Webber to receive invitations to the 1979 National Prayer Breakfast. The Committee could only accept one name as an invitation prospect, so Congressman Jones recommended Dr. Webber. Mr. Pack and Dr. Webber expressed interest in attending the Prayer Breakfast together. Congressman Jones informed Mr. Pack that he was recommended for the 1978 Prayer Breakfast but couldn't attend due to a scheduling conflict. He offered to recommend Mr. Pack for the 1979 Prayer Breakfast. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Best Wishes for Future Endeavors: A Letter from Glenn English 1991-01-27 1991-01-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 102nd (1991-1993) Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection CAC_CC_17_3_0000, Box 170, Folder 29, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/55 CAC_CC_017_3_170_29_0015 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_29_0000-Management%20and%20Budget,%201986-1992/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_29_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/867013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_29_0000-Management%20and%20Budget,%201986-1992/CAC_CC_017_3_170_29_0015.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seminole Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation 4 Pages The document is a request for support in changing hiring practices to mandate verification of tribal membership for individuals claiming to be American Indian on employment forms. It highlights concerns about individuals falsely claiming Native American status to meet affirmative action quotas and proposes a solution to require verification from tribal governments. Another letter opposes a proposal to charge for health care services for Native Americans. Text