Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1936 Correspondence Regarding the Potawatomi Indians' Chicago Lake Front Claim 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000, Box 53, Folder 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0014 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887868 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0014.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Citizen Potawatomi Nation 1 Page The letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from Senator Elmer Thomas regarding a query from Joe Simon about the Chicago Lake Front Claim of the Potawatomi Indians. It states that Simon has been advised on the matter directly and his letter has been returned. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Review of Potawatomi Tribal Claims in Wisconsin and Kansas: A Letter from Assistant Commissioner William Zimmerman Jr 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000, Box 53, Folder 21, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887875 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0021.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Citizen Potawatomi Nation 1 Page The text discusses various meetings and negotiations with the Potawatomi's of Kansas and Wisconsin, regarding agreements and claims. It emphasizes that there is no evidence to support the claims made by the Indians, and that the obligations of the United States have been fulfilled. The text also mentions the rejection of a proposed agreement with the tribe by Kirk, who is not qualified to investigate and prosecute tribal claims. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1936 Correspondence Regarding the Potawatomi Indian Agreement and Allegations of Deceptive Practices 1936-01-01 1936-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000, Box 53, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0020 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0020_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887874 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0020.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Citizen Potawatomi Nation 1 Page The letter acknowledges a query from Joe Simon regarding the Act of April 30, 1908, which authorized the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to negotiate agreements for commuting perpetual annuities. An agreement was reached with the Potawatomi's of Kansas and Wisconsin, resulting in per capita payments to eligible individuals. Simon and others have raised concerns about the validity of the agreement, alleging deceptive methods were used. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Pottawatomie Indian Affairs in the 1930s 1936-08-14 1936-08-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000, Box 53, Folder 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887857 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0003.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Shawnee Tribe; Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma 6 Pages The text includes letters and lists of names of Pottawatomie Indians requesting assistance and discussing tribal affairs. There is a mention of a request for a new committee to be appointed. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs is involved in addressing these requests for assistance and relief for the Pottawatomie Indians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Empowering Indian Tribes: A Proposal for Self-Determination 1950-09-30 1950-09-30 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, 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_26_16_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866022 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Citizen Potawatomi Nation 1 Page The Bureau of Indian Affairs has announced that the National Center for Dispute Settlement will be meeting with the Prairie Band Potawatomi Indian Tribe in Holton, Kansas to draft a new constitution. This meeting is a rescheduling of a previous meeting that was postponed due to threats of violence. The goal is to unite the tribe behind a new constitution and promote peaceful resolution of issues. Professional neutrals will preside over the meeting to ensure a fair and orderly selection process. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Removal of Land Restrictions: The Case of Mrs. Cecilia Rice Fulks 1951-01-01 1951-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 83rd (1953-1955); 82nd (1951-1953) Page H. Belcher Collection CAC_CC_4_2_0000, Box 12, Folder 35a, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/3 CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865539 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35A_0000-Interior%20Department%20-%20Departmental.%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.,%201953-1954/CAC_CC_004_2_12_35a_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Sac and Fox Nation 7 Pages Mrs. Cecilia Rice Fulks wrote a letter to Hon. Page Belcher requesting information on the status of her application for the removal of restrictions on certain lands in Richardson County, Nebraska. Page Belcher forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, who then delegated the authority to approve the application to the Area Director in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Mrs. Fulks provided reasons for wanting the restrictions removed, including purchasing a home and residing on the land. She also mentioned her employment history and personal circumstances. Belcher assured Mrs. Fulks that her case was being given full consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Home Improvement Program Update: Correspondence with Senator Dewey Bartlett 1953-01-01 1953-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 86th (1959-1961); 89th (1965-1967); 84th (1955-1957); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 88th (1963-1965); 92nd (1971-1973); 87th (1961-1963); 94th (1975-1977); 83rd (1953-1955); 85th (1957-1959); 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_0024 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_0024_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865212 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_0024.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Shawnee Tribe 4 Pages The document is from Rebecca Cryer, Tribal Administrator of the Citizen Band Potawatomi Indians, to Senator Dewey Bartlett regarding Mrs. Maxine Matthews' application for home improvement repairs. Cryer explains the process of prioritizing applications and addresses Matthews' concerns about delays in her repairs. She also clarifies the eligibility criteria for different programs and assures Matthews that she will be served. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Expansion of Indian Health Clinics in Kingfisher and Seiling 1968-02-14 1968-02-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_70_23_0000, Box, 70, 23, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_70_23_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_70_23_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Services,%201968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_70_23_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883837 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_70_23_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Services,%201968/CAC_CC_001_4_70_23_0003.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Shawnee Tribe 4 Pages The Citizen Band of Potawatomi Indians Business Committee sent a letter to Congressman Carl Albert requesting support for the establishment of a Public Health Service Hospital in their area. The resolution adopted by the committee highlighted the need for a hospital due to unsatisfactory contract medical arrangements and a lack of access to healthcare services. Congressman Albert responded positively, expressing his willingness to cooperate with the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation on the project. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Andrew Stein's Lavish Southampton Party for American Indian Awareness 1970-07-13 1970-07-13 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_3_282_19_0000, Box, 282, 19, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884898 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0083.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Religion; Indians of North America--Claims Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Navajo Indians; Cherokee Nation; Comanche Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages Andrew Stein threw a lavish party in Southampton, featuring performances by Native American artists, including Sioux singer Floyd Westerman and Kiowa dancer Perry Horse. The event aimed to promote awareness and positivity towards Native Americans and was attended by various prominent figures, including Senator Fred R. Harris and Mrs. Eleanor Searle Whitney. The party highlighted the mistreatment of Native Americans throughout history and called for action to correct the situation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Pending Indian Claim Cases as of December 31, 1973 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown 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_0002 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_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866121 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_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Chippewa Nation 32 Pages The document provides a list of pending Indian claim cases as of December 31, 1973. It includes information on the status of each case, including the plaintiff tribe or group, liability account number, projected completion date, and comments on each case. The cases involve issues such as land title, valuation, and appeals from dismissal orders. The cases are at various stages of the legal process, including trial, appeals, and post-trial briefing. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legislative Updates from the Bureau of Indian Affairs: Two-Week Report 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0012 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0000-nterior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866155 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0000-nterior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0012.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Shawnee Tribe; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Absentee-Shawnee Tribe; Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Navajo Nation; Citizen Potawatomi Nation 5 Pages The document provides a detailed report on various legislative activities and bills introduced in Congress related to Indian affairs, social security, mining operations, land trusts, disaster assistance, health professions training, public housing programs, Native American policy, settlement of land disputes, juvenile justice, and criminal law reforms. The report also includes information on committee hearings and reports, as well as the signing of various bills by the President. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Response to Request for Support of Magnuson Bill: Indian Education Funding 1976-03-24 1976-03-24 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_31_6_0000, Box, 31, 6, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_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_31_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864918 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201977/CAC_CC_003_2_31_6_0023.pdf correspondence Education Indians of North America--United States Citizen Potawatomi Nation; Shawnee Tribe 3 Pages Senator Dewey Bartlett received a telegram from Mr. Paul Schmidlhofer requesting support for the Magnuson Bill to restore funds to Title IV, Part B, Indian Education. However, Senator Bartlett responded that there is no legislation by Senator Magnuson pertaining to this issue, and the information is based on a rumor of unknown origin. Text