Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Unbelievable Facts: The Plight of Native Americans in History and Today 1939-03-31 1939-03-31 Bruner, Joseph, 1872-1957 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0013 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862479 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0013.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims 6 Pages The document is a letter written by Joseph Bruner, the National President of the American Indian Federation, to Congressman Geo B. Schwabe. In the letter, Bruner discusses the historical mistreatment of Native Americans and calls for a fair and final settlement between the Indians and the Federal Government. He also highlights the contributions of Native Americans in World War I and II and expresses the need for the government to address the issues facing Native American communities. Bruner requests Congressman Schwabe's support in advocating for the rights of Native Americans. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The House of Friendship: A Letter from Joseph Bruner 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 Bruner, Joseph, 1872-1957 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0016 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0016_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862482 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0016.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Shawnee Tribe; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma 1 Page The document is a letter from Joseph Bruner to a recipient discussing the importance of hospitalization and education for Native Americans, regardless of financial concerns. Bruner suggests introducing a bill if Stigler is defeated, which would align with the national platform and be good politics. He expresses his support for the recipient and promises to stand by them in the future. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution of the American Indian Federation on Indian Claims Commission Bill 1945-01-08 1945-01-08 Bruner, Joseph, 1872-1957 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0008 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862474 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Comanche Nation; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 5 Pages Mr. Joseph Bruner, President of the American Indian Federation, wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing the Federation's disagreement with the Indian Claims Commission Bill introduced by Representative Stigler. The Federation believes the bill does not fulfill the Republican party's national platform pledges of 1940 and 1944 regarding Indian claims. They urge Congressman Schwabe to introduce a bill that will lead to an immediate settlement of all Indian claims. Congressman Schwabe responds, expressing his willingness to work with the Indian leaders to determine the best course of action and requesting their input on what kind of bill they would like to see introduced. He also invites them to meet with him in person to discuss the issue further. Text