Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Reimbursement for Osage Lands: Justice for the Osage Tribe 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941); 74th (1935-1937); 75th (1937-1939) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862383 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims 5 Pages The document discusses a bill to authorize an appropriation of funds for the Osage Tribe of Indians in relation to the sale of their lands to the United States. It outlines the history of the treaty, court findings regarding the Osages' understanding of the treaty, and the Senate Committee's recommendation for reimbursement to the tribe. It also mentions a similar bill introduced in Congress and the Department's belief that Congress should address the issue of reimbursement directly. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Osage Treaty of 1865: Injustice and Discontent 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862387 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cherokee Nation; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages The document discusses the findings of fact in Case B-38 in the Court of Claims regarding a treaty signed with the Osage Nation in 1865. The Osage chiefs who signed the treaty were full-blood blanket Indians who did not speak English, and the negotiations were conducted through interpreters. The Osages believed the "civilization fund" created by the treaty would benefit only their tribe, but the funds were used for the benefit of other tribes as well. The Osages protested against this interpretation and sought relief through Congress. Ultimately, only a small portion of the funds were used for the Osage tribe, and the rest was returned to the Treasury. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dispute Over Osage Civilization Fund Treaty 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862388 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 4 Pages The Osage Tribe of Indians filed a claim against the United States for misappropriation of funds and failure to pay them under a treaty from 1865. The treaty was negotiated with limited language abilities of the Osages and the interpretation of the terms, particularly the "civilization fund," was disputed. The Osages protested when they learned the fund was being used for other tribes and have been complaining and seeking legal assistance since then. The bone of contention is the language in the treaty regarding the sale of land and the creation of the civilization fund. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Land Affairs of the Otoe and Missouria Tribes, 1894-1938 1894-01-01 1894-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 54th (1895-1897); 57th (1901-1903); 70th (1927-1929); 61st (1909-1911); 53rd (1893-1895); 73rd (1933-1935); 72nd (1931-1933); 65th (1917-1919); 66th (1919-1921); 64th (1915-1917); 71st (1929-1931); 56th (1899-1901); 67th (1921-1923); 69th (1925-1927); 59th (1905-1907); 55th (1897-1899); 63rd (1913-1915); 68th (1923-1925); 74th (1935-1937); 75th (1937-1939); 58th (1903-1905); 60th (1907-1909); 62nd (1911-1913) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0000, Box 52, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Otoe-Missouria,%20May-Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887851 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Otoe-Missouria,%20May-Nov.,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians 3 Pages The letter is from William B. Burgess to Senator Thomas regarding a land sale issue involving the Otoe and Missouria tribes of Indians. The letter mentions that the tribes were misled by the U.S. Government in a land sale, and asks for assistance in resolving the issue. The letter references specific acts of Congress related to the sale of the tribes' lands, and requests that the Senator take action on behalf of the Tribes. The response from the Department of the Interior provides information on the Act of Congress approved in 1893 regarding the revision and adjustment of the land sales. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Brick Kiln Decision: Judge C.B. Kilgore 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 56th (1899-1901); 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873711 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Flood control; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 7 Pages The document discusses the famous Brick Kiln Decision of Judge C.B. Kilgore, who was known for his arbitrary and prejudiced rulings. The case involved a dispute between Robinson and Fields and Brown over profits from a brick-making venture. Despite initial favoritism towards Robinson and Fields, Judge Kilgore ultimately ruled in favor of Brown, believing him to be an honest and hardworking man. The decision left Robinson and Fields disappointed and highlighted Judge Kilgore's unconventional approach to justice. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Famous Brick Kiln Decision of Judge C.B. Kilgore 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901); 54th (1895-1897) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873712 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 4 Pages The document discusses the famous brick kiln decision made by Judge C.B. Kilgore in the United States Court for the southern district of the Indian Territory. The case involved a dispute between a brick maker named Brown and a firm of merchants named Robinson and Fields. Judge Kilgore ruled in favor of both parties, finding the merchants had a valid claim for goods and services provided, and also ruling in favor of Brown for the amount of bricks he claimed to have made. Kilgore also criticized the merchants for taking the law into their own hands and awarded additional bricks to Brown as compensation for their trespass. The case was eventually settled out of court. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dismissal of Appeal in the United States Court of Appeals for the Indian Territory 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 57th (1901-1903); 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873714 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Business--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 11 Pages This text is a brief for the appellee in a replevin case involving personal property. The case was tried in the Mayor's Court of Pauls Valley, Indian Territory, and the appellant, Wettermark, sought to appeal to the United States Court but failed to do so within the required time and with the necessary documentation. The Court dismissed the appeal due to procedural errors. The appellee argues that the privilege of appeal is not an inherent right and that the appellant had already had their day in court. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK THE LEGAL BATTLE: PAUL VS. MARTIN IN THE INDIAN COURT 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873713 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Flood control 8 Pages The document discusses the author's move to Pauls Valley in the Indian Territory to practice law, where he becomes involved in a legal dispute between Tom Martin and the descendants of Sam Paul over a valuable piece of land. The land was originally obtained by Martin from Sam Paul, a prominent figure in the area who was murdered by his son and cousin. The case is brought to the Indian Court in Tishomingo, the capital of the Chickasaw Nation, where Martin must defend his possession of the land. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Brief for Appellee in Wilcoxson v. Hybarger in the United States Court of Appeals for the Indian Territory. 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901); 57th (1901-1903) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873715 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0006.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Flood control 18 Pages This is a brief for the appellee in a case of forcible detainer between G. L. Wilcoxson and J. C. Hybarger in the United States Court of Appeals for the Indian Territory. The appellee argues that the action of forcible detainer was properly brought due to the landlord-tenant relationship between the parties, the court's ruling in sustaining the plaintiff's demurrer, and the defendant's late tender of payment. The brief provides evidence of the landlord-tenant relationship and argues that the defendant's possession was derived from the plaintiff, supporting the plaintiff's claim to the premises. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Dispute Over Administration of W.I. Byars Estate 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 57th (1901-1903); 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873716 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Foreign relations; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 24 Pages This text is a legal brief presenting arguments against the removal of the administrator of the estate of W. Byars. The brief challenges statements made by the opposing counsel, Mr. Ledbetter, and argues that there is no evidence to support his claims. It questions the motives behind the accusations and argues that the administrator acted within the law in handling the estate. The brief concludes by stating that the evidence overwhelmingly supports the administrator. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Jurisdictional Questions in United States Court for Indian Territory 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873717 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cherokee Nation; Kickapoo Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 24 Pages This brief argues that the United States Court for the Indian Territory does not have jurisdiction over a case involving inter-married citizens and citizens by blood. The defendants claim that the original act of 1889 intended for Indian courts to have exclusive jurisdiction over such cases. The defendants also argue that a later act in 1890 repealed any jurisdiction the Muskogee Court may have had in such matters. They assert that the District Court of the Chickasaw Nation should have jurisdiction over the case in question. The brief criticizes the plaintiffs' counsel for omitting certain provisions of the relevant acts in their argument. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Legislation of 1906 1906-01-01 1906-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 59th (1905-1907) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000, Box 43, Folder 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887788 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0007.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages Senator Elmer Thomas received a report from the Office of Indian Affairs regarding a matter he was interested in and forwarded it to Honorable Tom Anglin. The report pertained to Section 14 of the Act of April 26, 1906. The Indian Office was unable to locate the original draft of the legislation, but suggested obtaining a copy from the H. R. Document Room. The letter also mentioned briefs filed by B. B. Blakeney, Esq. regarding the status of certain lands within the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Senator Thomas was advised to refer to the enclosed Indian Office letter sent to Honorable Tom Anglin for further information. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1921 Correspondence Between Colleagues Regarding Internal Affairs 1917-08-02 1917-08-02 Gensman, L. M. (Lorraine Michael), 1878-1954 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 65th (1917-1919) 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_0005 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_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863290 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_0005.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims 20 Pages The Antrim Lumber Company in Lawton, Oklahoma is seeking settlement for materials supplied for a lavatory annex to the girls' building at Fort Sill School from contractor Fred B. Hannan. The Office of Indian Affairs has not yet made a final settlement with Hannan due to his delinquency in completing the work. The Antrim Lumber Company is requesting assistance from Honorable L. M. Gensman to urge the government to bring the matter to a conclusion so they can collect the money owed to them. Text