Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Claimants of the Black Bob Band Royal Ohio Kansas Shawnee Indians 1868-10-14 1868-10-14 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862277 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 5 Pages The document discusses the creation of a power of attorney for Chief Samuel Perry and other individuals to investigate and establish claims for the Shawnee Indians. It also mentions a bill conferring jurisdiction to hear and determine the claims of the Black Bob Band of Shawnee Indians against the United States. The claims include losses due to the failure of the US to comply with treaties and agreements, as well as compensation for property and assets withheld from the Shawnee Nation. The document outlines the various claims and requests for compensation for the Shawnee Indians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Eliminating Vicious Practices in Construction Bidding: A Call for Transparency and Accountability 1940-01-01 1940-01-01 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 46, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0003 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_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862366 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_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0003.pdf correspondence Civil rights--United States; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation 1 Page The document discusses a bill introduced to require contractors on public building projects to name their subcontractors, materialmen, and supply men in order to eliminate the practice of bid peddling and chiseling by general contractors. The bill aims to protect subcontractors and ensure proper workmanship and materials are used on government projects. There is a debate on whether this requirement may lead to higher bids from contractors, but overall, the bill is seen as necessary to prevent unethical practices in the construction industry. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Indian Affairs: Concerns and Recommendations for Appropriation Bill 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_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_37_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862286 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_37_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 4 Pages The document consists of letters from Fred Lookout, the Principal Chief of the Osages, to Congressman George B. Schwabe and Congressman Jed Johnson regarding the reduction of the Osage budget and the impact on their people. Lookout expresses concern over the recommendations made by a delegation in Washington and urges the congressmen to restore the full amount of their budget estimate. He also highlights the results of the recent tribal election, where members of the delegation were defeated, indicating that their actions did not align with the wishes of the Osage people. Lookout requests support in ensuring the full budget is restored during the appropriation bill consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Appeal for Passage of Senate Bill 670 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 45, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_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_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862351 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_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 2 Pages A telegram from Fred Lookout, Principal Chief of the Osage Tribe, to Wesley E Disney, a member of the House of Representatives, urging him to fulfill a promise to the Osages regarding the passage of a bill for payment of a civilization fund claim. Disney responds, assuring Lookout that he will make every effort to secure passage of the bill at an early date. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Osage Indian Co-operative Party Secures Victory in Tribal Elections 1946-06-04 1946-06-04 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_0009 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_37_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862287 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_37_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_37_0009.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 2 Pages The Osage Indian Co-operative party, led by Fred Lookout, won a decisive victory in the election, with Lookout being re-elected as principal chief. Frank Shaw was elected as assistant chief, and eight council members were also elected. This was the first year that general voting by absentee ballot was allowed. The Cooperative party, organized in 1945, plans to implement programs for the benefit of the tribe. Text