Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Megehee Enrollment Case 1954-10-16 1954-10-16 McCormick, Mary F., 1932- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 83rd (1953-1955) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 123, Folder 25, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864623 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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Sac and Fox Nation; Shawnee Tribe 6 Pages The document is a series of correspondence regarding the Megehee enrollment case involving the Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma. The tribe is seeking to reverse a decision made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to restore the names of two individuals to the tribal Membership Roll. The tribe is appealing the decision and seeking support from government officials, including the Speaker of the House. The correspondence shows ongoing communication and cooperation between the tribe and government officials in resolving the issue. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Water Rights and the Cherokee Nation: Seeking Counsel and Protection 1969-05-28 1969-05-28 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000; McCormick, Mary F., 1932- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_82_60_0000, Box, 82, 60, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_82_60_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_82_60_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Water%20Rights,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_60_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870213 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_82_60_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Water%20Rights,%201970/CAC_CC_001_4_82_60_0001.pdf correspondence Public Lands and Natural Resources; Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Cherokee Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 3 Pages The document is discussing the ownership of water rights by American Indian tribes, specifically the Cherokees, in relation to dams on the Arkansas River. The author is seeking advice from Bill Veeter and expressing concerns about the Grand River Dam Authority's plan to purchase power facilities on the river. They are also inquiring about the Eagle River Case in Colorado and requesting further discussions with Cherokee authorities. The document emphasizes the importance of protecting tribal property rights and seeks support from government officials. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Additional Personnel for Sac and Fox Indian Housing Authority of Oklahoma 1970-02-09 1970-02-09 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000; McCormick, Mary F., 1932- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_82_57_0000, Box, 82, 57, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_82_57_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_82_57_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_57_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870210 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_82_57_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201970/CAC_CC_001_4_82_57_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Sac & Fox Nation, Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Kickapoo Tribe of Nation 3 Pages The Sac & Fox Indian Housing Authority of Oklahoma has received approval to construct 100 dwellings in their jurisdictional area. They are currently facing delays in processing necessary paperwork for the construction and request additional personnel for the Shawnee Indian Agency to expedite the process. Congressman Carl Albert expresses willingness to assist in resolving the issue. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Educational Grant Application for Mark K. Megehee 1970-10-19 1970-10-19 McCormick, Mary F., 1932- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 123, Folder 25, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0009 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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864629 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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0009.pdf correspondence Education; Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Shawnee Tribe; Seminole Nation 1 Page The document is from Mrs. Rita McAlester Megehee of the Sac & Fox Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, requesting an Educational Grant for her son, Mark K. Megehee. She mentions difficulty confirming another son's Indian blood in the past and requests confirmation from Mr. Luke Toyebo. Mrs. Megehee expresses appreciation for Mrs. Mary McCormick's assistance and offers further help if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Re-consideration of Enrollment Decision by Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma 1974-10-04 1974-10-04 McCormick, Mary F., 1932-; Schexnider, Dora S., 1939-2017 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 123, Folder 25, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864624 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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Sac and Fox Nation; Shawnee Tribe 10 Pages The Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma is requesting a reconsideration of a decision made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the enrollment of members. They provide evidence, including letters and official documents, to support their claim that the individual in question has both Sac and Fox and Shawnee blood, and should be included in the tribe's membership roll. The tribe argues that the recent decision deprives the individual of her Shawnee heritage and culture. Text