Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legal Action Uncertain Amidst Investigation of Alleged Brutality at Chilocco Indian School 1950-01-01 1950-01-01 Bellmon, Henry http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957); 86th (1959-1961); 83rd (1953-1955); 85th (1957-1959); 82nd (1951-1953); 81st (1949-1951) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_10_0000, Box 141, Folder 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0051 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0051_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865762 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0051.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Chilocco Nation 2 Pages The U.S. Department of Justice is uncertain if legal action can be taken regarding the alleged brutal treatment of students at the Chilocco Indian School. The Bureau of Indian Affairs released a report, but the FBI cannot act until the Department of Justice completes its investigation. The report details instances of physical harm to students, but the superintendent of the school denies any wrongdoing. Plans are being made to seek private operators for the school, with concerns raised about the potential impact on Indian students if non-Indian operators take over. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Abuse and Neglect Uncovered in Government-Run Indian Boarding School 1950-01-01 1950-01-01 Bellmon, Henry http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 83rd (1953-1955); 85th (1957-1959); 84th (1955-1957); 81st (1949-1951); 86th (1959-1961); 82nd (1951-1953) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_10_0000, Box 141, Folder 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0055 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0055_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865766 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201969/CAC_CC_004_10_141_9_0055.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States Chilocco Nation 1 Page The document discusses a report by investigators from the Bureau of Indian Affairs that found evidence of severe punishment and abuse at the Chilocco Indian Boarding School in Oklahoma. Students were handcuffed, jailed, and physically abused, with some bearing visible marks of their confinement. The report recommends the dismissal of the school's superintendent and highlights a culture of low expectations for the students, lack of student activities, and a disregard for student well-being. The findings have sparked controversy and calls for more control of Indian schools by Indian officials and parents. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Funding Request for Seneca Indian School 1973-02-22 1973-02-22 Bellmon, Henry http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_36_15_0000, Box, 36, 15, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seneca%20Indian%20School,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865444 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seneca%20Indian%20School,%201972/CAC_CC_003_2_36_15_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States 4 Pages A series of letters and documents regarding the funding needs of the Seneca Indian School in Wyandotte, Oklahoma. The school is in need of $1 million for a new dormitory, as indicated by Superintendent R.E. Fitzgerald. Senator Henry Bellmon and Congresswoman Hansen have shown support for the funding request, and efforts are being made to secure the necessary appropriations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Advancing Self-Determination: The Future of Federal Indian Policy 1974-01-22 1974-01-22 Bellmon, Henry http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 16, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866136 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Menominee Nation 4 Pages The document discusses the historic strides taken in Federal Indian policy in the last five years, including increased funding for education, training, and self-determination. The focus is on returning land taken from Native American tribes, restoring trust status, achieving Alaska native claims settlement, and increasing Indian involvement in decision-making and budget planning. The Administration has proposed several bills to further enhance the economic capabilities of Native Americans, including measures for financing, self-determination, and education. Progress has been slow, but there is hope for positive change in the future. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Discussion on Improving Indian Health Care Facilities in Oklahoma 1977-12-12 1977-12-12 Bellmon, Henry; Swimmer, Ross O., 1943- 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_0005 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)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_11_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884373 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_0005.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education Cherokee Nation; Seminole Nation of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Osage Nation 4 Pages The memorandum discusses the issue of blood quantum requirements for Indian Health Service facilities in Oklahoma, particularly for the Five Tribes. It mentions a proposal for new health care facilities in Tahlequah and surrounding areas, with funding options and plans to address the health care needs of the Indian communities in eastern Oklahoma. It also discusses the legal requirements for admission to Indian Health Service facilities and the need for community-based health services. The memo indicates ongoing discussions with Senator Bellmon and plans for future updates on the matter. Text