Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the American Indian Exposition of 1949 in Anadarko, Oklahoma 1949-06-03 1949-06-03 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000, Box 94, Folder 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883010 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20General,%201949/CAC_CC_001_4_6_94_0004.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Delaware Tribe of Indians 4 Pages The text is a letter from the Western Oklahoma Consolidated Agency to Carl Albert, a member of the House of Representatives, providing information about the American Indian Exposition in Anadarko, Oklahoma. The exposition is described as a colorful and picturesque event showcasing Indian life and history, with representatives from various tribes participating in activities such as ceremonial dances, arts and crafts displays, and rodeos. The letter expresses appreciation for receiving pamphlets about the event. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Appeal for Transfer of Fort Reno to Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes 1949-08-25 1949-08-25 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_9_33_0000, Box, 9, 33, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_9_33_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_9_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Cheyenne%20and%20Arapaho,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_9_33_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883817 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_9_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Cheyenne%20and%20Arapaho,%201950/CAC_CC_001_4_9_33_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Cherokee Nation 14 Pages The document from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator McFarland provides information on the historical treaties and reservations established for the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians. It discusses the establishment of reservations in Kansas and Oklahoma, the relinquishment of lands, and the establishment of a military reservation on the second Oklahoma reservation. The document also addresses the legal status of the 1867 Cheyenne and Arapaho treaty reservation and asserts the tribes' right to occupy and enjoy the privileges guaranteed to them by the treaty. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution Urging Payment of Indemnities to Sand Creek Massacre Descendants 1964-01-30 1964-01-30 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_61_0000, Box, 47, 61, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_61_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_47_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sand%20Creek%20Massacre,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_61_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870116 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_61_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sand%20Creek%20Massacre,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_61_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 13 Pages The Sand Creek Descendants Association is urging the payment of indemnities to the descendants of Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians who suffered in the Sand Creek Massacre in 1864. They are requesting that Congress appropriate funds for these payments as agreed upon in a treaty from 1865. The association has gathered genealogies of descendants and is requesting immediate action on the matter. They have passed a resolution outlining the steps they believe should be taken to fulfill the obligations of the treaty. Congressman Carl Albert has acknowledged the request and stated he will discuss the matter with the Oklahoma Congressional delegation. 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 Per Capita Distribution of Cheyenne and Arapaho Judgment Award 1967-05-01 1967-05-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_43_0000, Box, 63, 43, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_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_63_43_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cheyenne-Arapaho,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870408 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_43_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cheyenne-Arapaho,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; United States; United States--Armed Forces Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 5 Pages Mrs. Gladys Byrnes from Shreveport, Louisiana, is requesting a per capita distribution of funds belonging to the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs is considering a "family plan" program for distributing a portion of each individual's share, with the remainder distributed in a per capita payment. Representative Carl Albert is sympathetic to Mrs. Byrnes' desire for fair distribution and will continue to advocate for it. The use of judgment funds is subject to approval by and the enactment of legislation authorizing the use of the funds. Text