Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1952 Letter from Principal Chief Harry J.W. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert Regarding Choctaw Nation Affairs 1952-10-04 1952-10-04 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 82nd (1951-1953) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_13_74_0000, Box, 13, 74, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883948 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_13_74_0000-Interior%20Choctaw%20Chief%20Election%20Constituent%20Concern%20with%20Method%20of%20Selection%201952/CAC_CC_001_4_13_74_0031.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page The letter discusses the importance of education and spiritual culture in saving a people. It also mentions addressing issues related to tribal funds and appointments. The writer urges action and suggests taking a more aggressive approach in dealing with the situation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendation for Mr. John Spaan 1967-02-17 1967-02-17 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_13_0000, Box, 63, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0023 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_63_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870312 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_63_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0023.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation 5 Pages The document is from Polie B. Belvin to Congressman Carl Albert recommending John Spaan for a position in the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. Belvin emphasizes Spaan's experience with Indian affairs and his concern for the welfare of Oklahoma Indians. Belvin also mentions the support of Chief Harry J. W. Belvin of the Choctaw Nation and expresses confidence in Congressman Albert's ability to help with the appointment. Congressman Albert's administrative assistant acknowledges the letter and mentions that Albert has already recommended Spaan for the position to various officials. Congressman Albert himself writes to Dr. Rabeau, Director of the Division of Indian Health, enclosing Belvin's letter and requesting appropriate consideration for Spaan's appointment. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Support for John Spaan's Appointment in Indian Health Division of Oklahoma City Area Office 1967-04-20 1967-04-20 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_14_0000, Box, 63, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0035 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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0035_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870353 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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0035.pdf correspondence Choctaw Nation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The document is from Carl Albert, a congressman from Oklahoma, to the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, expressing support for John Spaan's appointment as executive officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Division of Indian Health. Albert mentions that he has spoken with Dr. Rabeau about the appointment and will continue to advocate for Spaan's selection. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_0000, Box 122, Folder 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/864610 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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0004.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Choctaw Nation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States Shawnee Tribe; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Creek Nation 3 Pages A contract was awarded to Moats Drilling Company for the installation of wells in Washington. A ground-breaking ceremony for a new Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma was held. The facility will be named after the principal chief of the Choctaw Nation and will provide health care to individuals with at least one-quarter Indian bloodline. The facility is expected to cost a quarter of a million dollars and employ approximately 17 people. The site for the health center was offered by the Golden Age Home board, and construction is being done by Choctaw Service and Supply Company. Chief Belvin expressed gratitude to various parties involved in making the construction of the clinic possible. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Principal Chief's Letter to Oklahoma Congressional Delegation Regarding Mutual Help Homes Amendment for Indian Tribes 1974-03-04 1974-03-04 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_9_0000, Box, 32, 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0028 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0028_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863376 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0028.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 2 Pages The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation is writing to the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation regarding an amendment to Senate Bill 3066 concerning Mutual Help Homes for federally recognized Indian tribes. The Chief expresses concern that the elimination of the Mutual Help Indian Housing Program would negatively impact disadvantaged Indian families and urges the delegation to continue supporting housing programs for Native Americans. He emphasizes the importance of upholding the government's commitment to assisting the underprivileged and asks for their support in ensuring adequate housing for all eligible Indian families. Text