Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Restoration of Unclaimed Funds to Chickasaw Nation 1949-07-15 1949-07-15 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_52_34_0000, Box, 52, 34, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0004 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_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883350 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_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages The document is a letter from Carl Albert, M.C. to Mrs. Sophia Steedman, Secretary of the Pontotoc County Chickasaw Tribal Council, acknowledging receipt of a resolution expressing gratitude to Governor Overton James for his leadership and service to the Chickasaw tribe. Albert also mentions that he has recommended James for reappointment as Governor. The resolution highlights James' efforts to improve the social and economic status of tribal members and represents the tribe with dignity and honor. The resolution is recommended to be sent to the Secretary of the Interior and Commissioner of Indian Affairs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Revolutionizing Housing Construction: A Partnership with Atkinson Industries 1952-01-27 1952-01-27 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 82nd (1951-1953) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 111, Folder 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_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_111_35_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864784 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_111_35_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201973/CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Chickasaw Nation 11 Pages Governor Overton James of the Chickasaw Nation is reaching out to members of Congress to support the Indian Housing Program. He highlights the benefits of the program and the partnership with Atkinson Industries to provide quality homes and job training for American Indians in rural areas. James believes this partnership could serve as a model for other Indian communities across the country. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Efficient Delivery of HUD Programs to Native Americans: A Collaborative Effort 1953-01-01 1953-01-01 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 86th (1959-1961); 92nd (1971-1973); 87th (1961-1963); 84th (1955-1957); 89th (1965-1967); 83rd (1953-1955); 93rd (1973-1975); 88th (1963-1965); 85th (1957-1959); 94th (1975-1977); 90th (1967-1969) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_5_0000, Box, 33, 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0023 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865211 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0023.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--United States 3 Pages Senator Dewey Bartlett received a letter from Secretary Patricia Roberts Harris informing him of the selection of Mr. Irvin Santiago as the Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Senator Bartlett expressed his concern about the delivery of HUD programs to Native Americans and pledged his support to Mr. Santiago in improving the system. Secretary Harris explained the recruitment process and highlighted Mr. Santiago's qualifications and endorsements from Native American organizations. She expressed confidence in Mr. Santiago's ability to make a significant contribution to Indian and Alaska Native Programs and thanked Senator Bartlett for his support. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Biographical Profile of Overton James 1963-01-01 1963-01-01 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000, Box 18, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/27 CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0002.pdf https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/888093 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0002.pdf correspondence Education--United States Chickasaw Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The individual named Overton James has personal data such as age, address, education, and experience listed. He has a background in education, with degrees in sociology-economics and a masters degree. He has worked in various teaching and coaching positions in schools, as well as in sales and counseling roles. He also served in the United States Navy. He is affiliated with various organizations and holds elected positions within the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation and the Chickasaw Tribal Council. He has 5/8ths degree of Chickasaw Indian Blood. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963 1963-02-28 1963-02-28 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000, Box 18, Folder 8, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/27 CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008.pdf https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/888099 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 43 Pages The text includes letters recommending individuals for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. The first letter is from Honorable Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, recommending Overton James for the position. The second letter is from The First National Bank & Trust Company of Muskogee recommending the Honorable E. B. Maytubby for the position. A third letter is a personal letter from Durant, Oklahoma, advocating for Paul W. C. Kinney to be considered for the position. The letters highlight the qualifications and support for each individual. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Succession of Chickasaw Nation Governorship 1963-03-04 1963-03-04 James, Overton, 1925-2015 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000, Box 18, Folder 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/27 CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0012 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0012.pdf https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/888103 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0012.pdf correspondence Chickasaw Nation; Shawnee Tribe 2 Pages The letter is from Wilcoxson recommending Overton James for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, following the passing of Floyd E. Maytubby. Wilcoxson highlights James' qualifications and leadership abilities, and expresses his gratitude for considering his recommendation. The letter is addressed to Senator Mike Monroney, who has the authority to make the appointment. Text