Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Miss Mansell Regarding Opposition to Proposed Legislation on Choctaw and Chickesaw Land Leasing Extension 1947-03-14 1947-03-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_3_0000, Box, 2, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0021 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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884169 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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0021.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page Miss Mansell received a letter from Congressman Carl Albert stating that he has received a petition opposing the extension of leasing the Choctaw and Chickasaw coal and asphalt lands. He assures her that he will resist any efforts to delay the matter and that the Interior Department plans to have a conference with tribal representatives to reach an agreement on the purchase price of the lands. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Opposition to Proposed Extension of Leasing Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands: A Letter to Mr. Reuben Meeks 1947-03-14 1947-03-14 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_3_0000, Box, 2, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0022 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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0022_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884170 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_2_3_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(1),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_3_0022.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page The letter from Carl Albert to Reuben Meeks addresses a petition opposing legislation to extend the time for leasing Choctaw and Chickasaw lands for coal and asphalt. Albert states that negotiations for the purchase price of the lands are ongoing and he will resist any effort to delay the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Payments to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for Coal and Asphalt Lands Sales 1949-07-26 1949-07-26 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_6_75_0000, Box, 6, 75, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0008 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_6_75_0000-(19)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884216 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_6_75_0000-(19)%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw%20Indians,%201949/CAC_CC_001_4_6_75_0008.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages Mrs. Elmira Mitchell wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert inquiring about payments to the Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their coal and asphalt lands to the government. Congressman Albert responded by informing her that payments have already started and checks are being mailed as applications are received and checked, rather than alphabetically. He also provided information on how to obtain payment information for other enrollees. Congressman Albert offered further assistance if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Choctaw Tribal Members to Decide on Principal Chief Office: A Ballot for Preferences 1952-07-31 1952-07-31 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_0046 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_0046_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883963 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_0046.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The Secretary of the Interior is seeking input from Choctaw Tribal members regarding the office of Principal Chief. Some members believe the position is unnecessary and all tribal funds should be distributed equally, while others support re-appointing the current Chief or continuing the office after the incumbent's term ends. A ballot has been provided for members to express their preferences, including the option to suggest a specific person for the role. All ballots must be returned by July 31, 1952, to be counted. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Between Carl Albert and Simpson Push Regarding Tax Exemptions on Homestead Lands 1956-04-26 1956-04-26 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 84th (1955-1957) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000, Box 82, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/882944 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Departmental%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_001_4_6_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201949/CACC_CC_001_4_6_82_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 2 Pages The text is a letter from Simpson Push, a Choctaw Indian, to Carl Albert, a congressman from Oklahoma. Push expresses gratitude for Albert's willingness to help the Native American community with their land taxation issues. He requests assistance in extending the nontaxable period for homestead lands and emphasizes the importance of looking ahead for the future. Push hopes to hear back from Albert soon. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Healthcare Access for Indians in Choctaw County 1964-03-25 1964-03-25 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_55_0000, Box, 47, 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_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_47_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870095 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_47_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Health%20Care,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_55_0004.pdf correspondence Health Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Community health services--United States; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 18 Pages Chief Solomon Homer inquired about the possibility of obtaining a medical doctor to treat Indians in Choctaw county, but Dr. McBrayer stated there may not be enough work to justify a full-time physician. Dr. McBrayer suggested exploring the possibility of obtaining the services of a contract doctor in Hugo for emergency cases. The Indian Health Area Office in Oklahoma City also proposed increasing health services at Antlers and extending them to residents of surrounding areas. The overall challenge is providing medical services in an economically depressed area with busy physicians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1970 Memorandum Regarding the Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act 1970-06-09 1970-06-09 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_82_37_0000, Box, 82, 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0016 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_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act%20-%20Carl%20Albert%20Office%20Materials,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0016_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884614 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_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act%20-%20Carl%20Albert%20Office%20Materials,%201970/CAC_CC_001_4_82_37_0016.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Retirement Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages A bill to repeal the Choctaw Termination Act of 1959 was introduced by Congressman Carl Albert and passed unanimously by the House of Representatives. The bill will now go to the Senate for action. The repeal is supported by the Choctaw tribe and is expected to retain tribal government, facilitate participation in Federal programs, and contribute to economic betterment. Senate procedures for considering the bill are still being determined. Text