Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legal Brief on Osage Civilization Fund Bill Amendment 1935-08-12 1935-08-12 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 44, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862337 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Courts--United States Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 1 Page Charles J. Kappler, an attorney, is writing to Congressman Wesley E. Disney regarding the Osage Civilization Fund bill and a proposed amendment related to set-offs and gratuities. He includes pages from a brief in the Wichita Indian case to provide context and suggests meeting with the Comptroller General to ensure the proper recommendation is obtained. Kappler and his colleague, Mr. Goodwin, offer their assistance and emphasize the importance of acting quickly. Text 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 A Path to Prosperity: Utilizing Cherokee Judgment Funds for Economic Development and Tribal Programs 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 84th (1955-1957); 95th (1977-1979); 89th (1965-1967); 87th (1961-1963); 90th (1967-1969); 88th (1963-1965); 81st (1949-1951); 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971); 79th (1945-1947); 83rd (1953-1955); 85th (1957-1959); 86th (1959-1961); 82nd (1951-1953); 80th (1947-1949); 92nd (1971-1973) 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_0007 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_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874236 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_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Economics and Public Finance Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Cherokee Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 4 Pages The document proposes the usage of Cherokee judgment funds from the Indian Claims Commission to be set aside in an interest-bearing account, with a per-capita payment made to living original allottees. The interest from the funds would be used to finance a comprehensive tribal economic program to improve the standard of living for Cherokees. The document also outlines a proposed Tribal Lending Program and other development initiatives such as industrial development, healthcare, education, and cooperative programs. The plan emphasizes the importance of not spending the principal funds and ensuring proper management through audits and financial reports. The goal is to bring benefits to all Cherokee tribal members and establish a permanent policy for utilizing future settlement funds. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dissenting Opinion on Attorney Fees in Indian Claims Commission Case 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_46_0000, Box, 47, 46, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_46_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_46_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission-Cherokee,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_46_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870074 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_46_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission-Cherokee,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_46_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 40 Pages In this text, T. Harold Scott, Associate Commissioner, dissents from the majority opinion of the Commission regarding attorney fees for the Cherokee Tribe of Indians. He believes that a 6.96% fee is unreasonably low and discriminatory, advocating for a 10% fee instead. He also references previous cases and legal precedents to support his argument. Additionally, he discusses the involvement of Solicitor Frank J. Barry of the Interior Department in advising on the contract and highlights the differences in fee awards for similar cases. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inquiry Regarding Expense Account Approval 1964-01-10 1964-01-10 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_53_0000, Box, 47, 53, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_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_47_53_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870083 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_53_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_53_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 22 Pages The document consists of correspondence between W. F. Semple, an attorney at law in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Honorable Carl Albert, a member of Congress from Oklahoma. Semple is requesting certified copies of transcripts for a case involving the Act of August 4, 1947, and reimbursement for expenses incurred in handling tribal affairs. Albert confirms approval of Semple's expense account and offers assistance in obtaining the necessary documents. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Appointment for Surgeon General's Advisory Committee on Indian Health 1964-02-21 1964-02-21 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_47_36_0000, Box, 47, 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_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_47_36_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health,%201964/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870056 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_36_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health,%201964/CAC_CC_001_4_47_36_0008.pdf correspondence Health; Native Americans Speeches, addresses, etc.; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Cherokee Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page Mr. Forest Gerard from the Indian Health department called Carl Albert's office to inform him that a replacement is needed for Justice Welch on the Surgeon General Advisory Committee on Indian Health. They are seeking Mr. Albert's preference for the appointment, suggesting Chief Belvin or his brother representing the Choctaws. The appointment has previously been held by members of the Cherokee and Chickasaw Tribes. The Indian Health Department will make a recommendation to the Surgeon General for the appointment. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Sources of Native American Arts and Crafts Organizations 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_42_0000, Box, 63, 42, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_42_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_63_42_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cherokee,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_42_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870406 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_42_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cherokee,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_42_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Cherokee Indians; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Shawnee Nation 70 Pages The document includes a letter from Carl Albert to Earl Boyd Pierce regarding a legal brief filed in a case involving the Cherokee Nation and the State of Oklahoma. It also includes a map showing former territorial limits of the Cherokee Nation and a memorandum brief of the plaintiff outlining their case for an accounting of monies collected from leases of the Arkansas Riverbed in Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Bill for Disposition of Funds for Creek Indians Judgment 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0010 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883505 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0010.pdf correspondence Taxation; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Courts--United States Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 4 Pages The document is a bill introduced in the Senate of the United States in 1973 regarding the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Creek Indians in Indian Claims Commission docket numbered 275. The bill outlines the distribution of funds to eligible individuals, the process for adding names to the enrollment roll, and the allocation of funds between Creek Indians of Oklahoma and Creek Indians east of the Mississippi. It also specifies that funds distributed shall not be subject to federal or state income taxes. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Draft Bills for Disposition of Creek Judgment Funds in Dockets Nos. 167 and 275 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0034 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0034_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883529 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0034.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 4 Pages The United States Department of the Interior sent three draft bills to Mr. Paul M. Niebell regarding the disposition of Creek judgment funds. There is over $100,000 in the United States Treasury for the Creeks of Oklahoma, with $74,000 representing unclaimed shares of the Loyal Creek judgment. The bills outline the distribution of funds to Creek Indians in different dockets and the process for adding names to the enrollment roll. The Secretary of the Interior will determine the eligibility of applicants and distribute funds accordingly. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legislation for Creek Funds Distribution 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0037 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0037_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883532 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0037.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Public Lands and Natural Resources Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cherokee Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 14 Pages Senator Dewey Bartlett has introduced two bills to distribute almost $1.8 million in previously appropriated funds to the Creek Indians of Oklahoma. One bill allocates $1,346,000 to be divided between the Creek Indians of Oklahoma and others east of the Mississippi River, while the other bill provides $450,000 to the Creek Nation of Oklahoma for approved purposes. These funds are to pay Creek claims stemming from 19th Century treaties with the federal government. The settlement offer was made to avoid further litigation on the issue of land value. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendations for Tribal Revenue and Resource Allocation: February 21, 1974 1971-12-15 1971-12-15 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883508 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0013.pdf correspondence Health; Economics and Public Finance; Housing and Community Development; Native Americans Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seminole Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 20 Pages The Committee on Tribal Revenue, Finances, and Resources met to recommend a plan for the use of funds appropriated in satisfaction of certain judgments. They proposed using the funds for the development of the Creek Nation Office Complex, revolving loans for education, consumer credit, welfare, tribal operations, tribal claims development, program development, land management, and economic development. The funds would be used in accordance with the Tribal Funds Fiscal Year Budget and all interest accounts would be included with the principle and invested to generate economic return for the Creek Nation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns of the Creek Tribe: A Letter to Senator Bartlett 1973-03-09 1973-03-09 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977); 92nd (1971-1973); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883499 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Taxation Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Claims Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 7 Pages The document is from Emily Bunny, a full-blood Creek Indian, addressing Senator Bartlett about the problems facing the Creek tribe. She expresses frustration with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and government-subsidized Indian organizations, seeking direct answers from politicians. She also mentions concerns about corruption, conflict of interest, and misuse of federal funds within the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Emily Bunny urges for change and transparency within the system. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legislation Update: Creek Indian Judgment Award Distribution 1973-10-01 1973-10-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973) Dewey F. 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Mr. Kelly is advised to keep in touch with the Muskogee Area Office for updates on the distribution of the Creek judgment funds. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Concerns Regarding Creek Indian Judgment Funds Distribution 1973-10-19 1973-10-19 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883513 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0018.pdf correspondence Finance and Financial Sector; Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Seminole Nation 3 Pages The document includes an inter-office correspondence regarding a letter received from Thomas J. Ellison, Acting Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Muskogee. The document discusses the cost of obtaining a transcript of a meeting and expresses frustration with the lack of personal involvement from the BIA. It also mentions a public hearing regarding the distribution of judgment funds awarded to the Creek Tribe by the Indian Claims Commission. The correspondence acknowledges receipt of a letter from Myrtle M. Brady and thanks her for her comments. The document also includes details about the plans proposed for the distribution of the judgment funds. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Notice of Public Hearing for Distribution of Creek Indian Judgement Funds 1973-10-19 1973-10-19 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977); 92nd (1971-1973) Dewey F. 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The Creek Tribe is also holding a meeting on March 2 to discuss their plan for distribution with tribal members. A notice of the hearing will be mailed separately. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Hearing Set for $3.8 Million Funds Awarded to Cherokees 1973/1978 1973/1978 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_14_0000, Box, 30, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_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_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0024_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874292 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0024.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 1 Page A hearing has been scheduled to discuss the allocation of $3.8 million awarded to the Cherokee Nation by the Indian Claims Commission. The plan includes distributing funds to living Cherokees listed on tribal rolls, investing in various projects, and financing government programs. The award is the result of a long legal battle with the federal government over payment for land sold in the 19th century. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Tribe's New Swimmer Chief Takes Charge Despite Protests 1973/1978 1973/1978 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_14_0000, Box, 30, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0040 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0040_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874308 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0040.pdf legislative records; correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States; Campaign management--United States Cherokee Nation 1 Page Despite protests and allegations of election irregularities, Ross O. Swimmer has taken over as the new chief of the Cherokee tribe. The inauguration ceremony included the dedication of a memorial to past tribal leaders and the selection of Miss Cherokee. The new chief emphasized unity and pride among the Cherokee people, despite facing criticism and protests. Former chief Keeler was made an ambassador of goodwill for the tribe. Thompson, the U.S. Indian Commissioner, was shouted down by protesters during his speech. The new chief expressed confidence in his leadership and the future of the Cherokee tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Cherokee Chief Election Lawsuit: Allegations and Demands 1973/1978 1973/1978 Swimmer, Ross O., 1943- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979); 93rd (1973-1975); 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_14_0000, Box, 30, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0041 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0041_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874309 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0041.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues; Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Cherokee Nation 1 Page Five defeated candidates for Cherokee Chief filed a federal lawsuit seeking a new election and damages. They allege that the new chief, Ross Swimmer, has control over tribal funds and has interests in corporations doing business with the Cherokee Nation. The lawsuit also claims that election committee members favored certain candidates, destroyed ballots, and failed to keep proper records. The defendants named in the lawsuit include former Chief W. W. Keeler, election committee members, and BIA agency superintendent Joe Ragsdale. The plaintiffs argue that their rights to equal protection and lawful privilege to vote were violated. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013 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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883481 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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Claims Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 5 Pages The plaintiffs, members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes, filed a lawsuit seeking declaratory and injunctive relief to conduct a tribal referendum on a contract for the Concho School. The tribal business committee denied the petition for the referendum. The plaintiffs argued for jurisdiction based on the Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968, but the court found jurisdiction lacking and dismissed the case, allowing the plaintiffs to file an amended complaint within ten days. The court also ruled that the plaintiffs' request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction were moot. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Violation of Tribal Rights: The Battle for Self-Determination 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0017 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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883485 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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0017.pdf correspondence International Affairs; Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Claims Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 3 Pages The Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma are protesting against the Bureau of Indian Affairs for negotiating a contract for the operation of Concho School without the approval of the Tribal Council. They claim that this violates their Constitution and the spirit of Public Law #93-638, which was intended to give Indian people control over their affairs. The Tribal Council is seeking support to ensure that they have a say in the management of their own affairs and to prevent violations of their rights. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Settlement Process for Cherokee Compensation for Arkansas Riverbed 1974-04-05 1974-04-05 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) 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_0006 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_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874235 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_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Older people--Medical care--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Courts--United States Cherokee Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The Army has advised the Cherokee tribe's attorneys that they will follow standard procedure in settling the question of compensation for the taking of the Arkansas River bed. The downstream portion of the riverbed is still in litigation between different tribes. Expert appraisers have estimated the total damage to be $42,494,536.40. The Army's general counsel will prepare a report for submission to the comptroller general, who will then decide whether a Certificate of Settlement should be issued for payment by Congress. The Cherokee attorneys acknowledged the government's honest mistake regarding ownership of the riverbed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Cherokee Nation Rolls Access 1978-04-13 1978-04-13 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_14_0000, Box, 30, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0032 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0032_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874300 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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0032.pdf correspondence Native Americans Courts--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cherokee Nation 1 Page Mr. Forrest Gerard, Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior, received a letter from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding Mr. and Mrs. Burris's request for access to the rolls of the Cherokee Nation to determine their degree of Indian blood. The Burris's claim to be of Cherokee descent and have been unsuccessful in obtaining assistance from the Bureau in researching their ancestors. Senator Bartlett enclosed information provided by the Burris's and requested cooperation and assistance from the Department of the Interior in this matter. Text