Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Progress and Promise of the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965); 81st (1949-1951); 87th (1961-1963); 83rd (1953-1955); 82nd (1951-1953); 80th (1947-1949); 89th (1965-1967); 85th (1957-1959); 94th (1975-1977); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969); 95th (1977-1979); 84th (1955-1957); 79th (1945-1947); 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971); 86th (1959-1961) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_13_0000, Box, 30, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874230 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0001.pdf correspondence Economics and Public Finance; Native Americans; International Affairs Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Cherokee Indians; Courts--United States Ottawa Tribe; Cherokee Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians 4 Pages The Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, one of the Five Civilized Tribes, is making strides in government and industrial development to improve the quality of life for its people. They have a democratic tribal government and are focused on economic development through industry on Cherokee lands. The tribe has a history of resilience, including the Trail of Tears, establishment of a constitution, and achievements in education and agriculture. The Cherokee Nation owns tribal trust and government lease lands, used for grazing and some crops, with plans for development in two designated areas. Contacts for inquiries about Cherokee lands are provided. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Advocating for Housing Rights: The Push for Amending the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 1964-01-01 1964-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_56_0000, Box, 47, 56, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_56_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_47_56_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Housing,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_56_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870101 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_56_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Housing,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_56_0001.pdf correspondence Housing and Community Development; Native Americans Speeches, addresses, etc.; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Kickapoo Tribe of Nation; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Ponca Tribe of Nation; Comanche Indian Tribe; Sac & Fox Nation, Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 9 Pages The document is a letter from Willie Hail, Chairman of the Indians of Western Oklahoma, to Honorable Carl Albert, requesting an amendment to the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 to allow Indian Tribes in Oklahoma to establish public housing agencies. The resolution was passed unanimously by Tribal Representatives from various tribes in Oklahoma. They seek financial aid for better housing for low-income Indian families. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Indian Health Program Eligibility and Services Manual - Oklahoma City Area Office 1964-02-21 1964-02-21 Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_37_0000, Box, 47, 37, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_37_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_47_37_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_37_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870061 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_37_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Talihina%20Indian%20Hospital,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_37_0002.pdf correspondence Taxation; Native Americans; Health Community health services--United States; Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Seminole Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Chickasaw Nation 12 Pages This text outlines the policies, standards, and procedures for determining eligibility for Indian health services provided by the Division of Indian Health facilities under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma City Area Office. It specifies the criteria for individuals to be considered beneficiaries, limitations to service, priorities for admission, preference for admission, responsibilities, and procedures for determining eligibility. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK An Ongoing Conversation: Indian Affairs and Collaboration 1966-07-02 1966-07-02 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_80_14_0000, Box, 80, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0000-Legislation,%20S.%201848,%20Land%20Held%20in%20Trust%20for%20Cherokee%20Nation,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883761 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0000-Legislation,%20S.%201848,%20Land%20Held%20in%20Trust%20for%20Cherokee%20Nation,%201967/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Education Ottawa Tribe; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.); Cherokee Nation 1 Page Ed Edmondson is the congressman for Oklahoma's 2nd district. He serves on the House of Representatives' Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, and is the chairman of the subcommittee on Mines and Mining. He is pushing for the passage of the Chilocco bill, which would provide funding for the Cherokee Nation. However, due to changes made by the Senate and the upcoming Labor Day recess, he does not expect the bill to pass until September. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Impact of Europeans on the Great Lakes Indians 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_40_0000, Box, 63, 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_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_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870388 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_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0004.pdf correspondence Social Sciences and History; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Potawatomi Tribe; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Kickapoo Tribe of Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin; Chippewa Tribe 28 Pages The document discusses the early history of the Native American tribes living in the Great Lakes region before the arrival of Europeans. It describes their way of life, language, and social organization. The impact of European contact on the tribes is also mentioned, including changes in technology, trade, and cultural practices. The document highlights the resilience of some tribes, such as the Chippewas, in maintaining their traditions despite European influence. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution Acknowledgement from Carl Albert, M.C. 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Udall, Stewart L. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_47_0000, Box, 63, 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0007 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_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870431 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_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ottawa Tribe; Quapaw Nation 1 Page The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a resolution from the Indian Tribes of Ottawa County, Oklahoma expressing concern over the shortage of medical facilities and care for their families. They assured their interest in improving these conditions and cooperating with the Bureau of Indian Affairs to provide adequate medical care. man Carl Albert acknowledged the resolution and thanked Mr. Whitebird for bringing it to their attention. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Indian Health Program in Oklahoma: Meetings and Recommendations 1967-02-28 1967-02-28 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_11_0000, Box, 63, 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_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_63_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870219 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_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Education--United States; Speeches, addresses, etc.; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma; Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation; Kickapoo Tribe of Nation; Cherokee Nation; Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Indian Tribe; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribe; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Ottawa Tribe; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Quapaw Nation; Seminole Nation; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Modoc Tribe 4 Pages The document is a letter from Honorable Carl Albert to Dr. E.S. Rabeau, commending him for scheduling meetings with various Indian groups in Oklahoma to improve health services. Albert expresses regret for not being able to attend the meetings and asks if his representative can attend. Rabeau's letter to Albert provides details of the scheduled meetings and invites Albert or his representative to participate. The purpose of the meetings is to obtain suggestions for improving health services and introduce the newly-appointed Indian Health Area Director, Dr. Jack Robertson. Rabeau also seeks Albert's input on the health program for Indians in the Oklahoma Area. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Extension of Medical Services for Ottawa County Indians 1967-04-26 1967-04-26 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_47_0000, Box, 63, 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_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_63_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870427 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_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0003.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Speeches, addresses, etc.; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ottawa Tribe 1 Page A letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee, Oklahoma, dated March 3, 1849, addressed to Honorable Carl Albert, discusses a resolution requesting an extension of medical services in Ottawa County. The document mentions that Indian health services fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Public Health Service and that the extension of medical services will be determined by the Indian Health Area Director in Oklahoma City. The Bureau appreciates the interest in the Indians of Eastern Oklahoma and Ottawa County and promises cooperation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Notification of Approval for Indian Personality Development Operational Project under Title III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (P.L. 89-10) 1967-05-16 1967-05-16 Udall, Stewart L. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_40_0000, Box, 63, 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0012 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_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870396 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_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0012.pdf correspondence Energy; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ottawa Tribe; Seminole Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Cherokee Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 2 Pages The U.S. Office of Education has approved 49 projects under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 Title III, which may involve an expenditure of $8,426,091 in Federal grant funds. These projects aim to assist local schools in providing sufficient quantity or quality and in developing exemplary school programs. One of the approved projects is the Indian Personality Development Operational Project at the Seneca Indian School in Wyandotte, Oklahoma. The project involves developing a curriculum unit on Indian culture to help potential dropouts improve their self-image and English language skills. The project will serve children from 41 counties in Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns of Oklahoma Indian Tribes: Lack of Medical Facilities 1967-11-18 1967-11-18 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_47_0000, Box, 63, 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0006 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_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870430 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_47_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Health,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0006.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Quapaw Nation; Ottawa Tribe 8 Pages The document consists of a series of correspondence between various government officials regarding the shortage of medical facilities and care for Indian tribes in Oklahoma. man Carl Albert has been trying to address the issue and is seeking information and assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Department of the Interior. The resolution highlights the urgent need for medical resources for Indian families and children in Ottawa County, Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Indian Health: Status Reports on Water, Sewage, and Sanitation Projects in Oklahoma 1968-07-01 1968-07-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_11_0000, Box, 63, 11, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0007 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_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870223 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_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Energy Older people--Medical care--United States; Democratic Party (U.S.); Indians of North America--Oklahoma Ottawa Tribe; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Seminole Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Indian Tribe; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes 11 Pages The document provides status reports on pending and completed water and sewage projects in various counties in Oklahoma, focusing on sanitation facilities for Indian communities. It also discusses the responsibility of the Division of Indian Health in providing necessary health services to individuals within the Indian Health program, including identifying alternate resources for assistance. The document highlights changes in policy in Oklahoma that have made medical services more accessible to Indian people. Text