Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Reimbursement for the Osage Tribe: A Call for Justice 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 75th (1937-1939) 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_0007 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_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862343 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_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 6 Pages The Secretary of the Interior is responding to a request for a report on a bill authorizing an appropriation for payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians for land sold by the United States. The bill relates to a treaty from 1865 where the Osages agreed to sell their land to the US in exchange for a sum of money. The court found that the Osages did not fully understand the treaty and protested when they learned that the proceeds were being used for other tribes. A bill to reimburse the Osages for this discrepancy has been introduced in Congress. The Secretary recommends a direct appropriation to avoid delays and expenses associated with court action. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Report on Bills Authorizing Appropriation for Osage Tribe of Indians 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 75th (1937-1939) 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_0008 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_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862344 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_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 5 Pages The document discusses two bills authorizing an appropriation for the Osage Tribe of Indians for land sold to the United States. It outlines the history of the funds from the sale, court rulings, and proposed provisions for interest payments and gratuity offsets. The document also suggests ways to simplify the calculation of interest payments and ensure proper protection of the United States' interests. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Reimbursement for Osage Lands: Justice for the Osage Tribe 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941); 74th (1935-1937); 75th (1937-1939) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862383 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims 5 Pages The document discusses a bill to authorize an appropriation of funds for the Osage Tribe of Indians in relation to the sale of their lands to the United States. It outlines the history of the treaty, court findings regarding the Osages' understanding of the treaty, and the Senate Committee's recommendation for reimbursement to the tribe. It also mentions a similar bill introduced in Congress and the Department's belief that Congress should address the issue of reimbursement directly. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Osage Treaty of 1865: Injustice and Discontent 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862387 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cherokee Nation; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages The document discusses the findings of fact in Case B-38 in the Court of Claims regarding a treaty signed with the Osage Nation in 1865. The Osage chiefs who signed the treaty were full-blood blanket Indians who did not speak English, and the negotiations were conducted through interpreters. The Osages believed the "civilization fund" created by the treaty would benefit only their tribe, but the funds were used for the benefit of other tribes as well. The Osages protested against this interpretation and sought relief through Congress. Ultimately, only a small portion of the funds were used for the Osage tribe, and the rest was returned to the Treasury. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dispute Over Osage Civilization Fund Treaty 1865-09-29 1865-09-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862388 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 4 Pages The Osage Tribe of Indians filed a claim against the United States for misappropriation of funds and failure to pay them under a treaty from 1865. The treaty was negotiated with limited language abilities of the Osages and the interpretation of the terms, particularly the "civilization fund," was disputed. The Osages protested when they learned the fund was being used for other tribes and have been complaining and seeking legal assistance since then. The bone of contention is the language in the treaty regarding the sale of land and the creation of the civilization fund. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Claimants of the Black Bob Band Royal Ohio Kansas Shawnee Indians 1868-10-14 1868-10-14 Lookout, Fred, 1861-1949 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862277 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 5 Pages The document discusses the creation of a power of attorney for Chief Samuel Perry and other individuals to investigate and establish claims for the Shawnee Indians. It also mentions a bill conferring jurisdiction to hear and determine the claims of the Black Bob Band of Shawnee Indians against the United States. The claims include losses due to the failure of the US to comply with treaties and agreements, as well as compensation for property and assets withheld from the Shawnee Nation. The document outlines the various claims and requests for compensation for the Shawnee Indians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Brick Kiln Decision: Judge C.B. Kilgore 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 56th (1899-1901); 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873711 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Flood control; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 7 Pages The document discusses the famous Brick Kiln Decision of Judge C.B. Kilgore, who was known for his arbitrary and prejudiced rulings. The case involved a dispute between Robinson and Fields and Brown over profits from a brick-making venture. Despite initial favoritism towards Robinson and Fields, Judge Kilgore ultimately ruled in favor of Brown, believing him to be an honest and hardworking man. The decision left Robinson and Fields disappointed and highlighted Judge Kilgore's unconventional approach to justice. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Famous Brick Kiln Decision of Judge C.B. Kilgore 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901); 54th (1895-1897) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873712 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 4 Pages The document discusses the famous brick kiln decision made by Judge C.B. Kilgore in the United States Court for the southern district of the Indian Territory. The case involved a dispute between a brick maker named Brown and a firm of merchants named Robinson and Fields. Judge Kilgore ruled in favor of both parties, finding the merchants had a valid claim for goods and services provided, and also ruling in favor of Brown for the amount of bricks he claimed to have made. Kilgore also criticized the merchants for taking the law into their own hands and awarded additional bricks to Brown as compensation for their trespass. The case was eventually settled out of court. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dismissal of Appeal in the United States Court of Appeals for the Indian Territory 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 57th (1901-1903); 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873714 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Business--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 11 Pages This text is a brief for the appellee in a replevin case involving personal property. The case was tried in the Mayor's Court of Pauls Valley, Indian Territory, and the appellant, Wettermark, sought to appeal to the United States Court but failed to do so within the required time and with the necessary documentation. The Court dismissed the appeal due to procedural errors. The appellee argues that the privilege of appeal is not an inherent right and that the appellant had already had their day in court. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK THE LEGAL BATTLE: PAUL VS. MARTIN IN THE INDIAN COURT 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873713 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Flood control 8 Pages The document discusses the author's move to Pauls Valley in the Indian Territory to practice law, where he becomes involved in a legal dispute between Tom Martin and the descendants of Sam Paul over a valuable piece of land. The land was originally obtained by Martin from Sam Paul, a prominent figure in the area who was murdered by his son and cousin. The case is brought to the Indian Court in Tishomingo, the capital of the Chickasaw Nation, where Martin must defend his possession of the land. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Dispute Over Administration of W.I. Byars Estate 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 57th (1901-1903); 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873716 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Foreign relations; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 24 Pages This text is a legal brief presenting arguments against the removal of the administrator of the estate of W. Byars. The brief challenges statements made by the opposing counsel, Mr. Ledbetter, and argues that there is no evidence to support his claims. It questions the motives behind the accusations and argues that the administrator acted within the law in handling the estate. The brief concludes by stating that the evidence overwhelmingly supports the administrator. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Jurisdictional Questions in United States Court for Indian Territory 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 54th (1895-1897); 55th (1897-1899); 57th (1901-1903); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873717 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0008.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cherokee Nation; Kickapoo Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 24 Pages This brief argues that the United States Court for the Indian Territory does not have jurisdiction over a case involving inter-married citizens and citizens by blood. The defendants claim that the original act of 1889 intended for Indian courts to have exclusive jurisdiction over such cases. The defendants also argue that a later act in 1890 repealed any jurisdiction the Muskogee Court may have had in such matters. They assert that the District Court of the Chickasaw Nation should have jurisdiction over the case in question. The brief criticizes the plaintiffs' counsel for omitting certain provisions of the relevant acts in their argument. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Congressional Action on Curative Measure for Clouded Titles 1918-06-14 1918-06-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 65th (1917-1919) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0006 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862266 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation 2 Pages Mr. Pennel, an attorney in Oklahoma, is interested in obtaining a copy of a curative measure recently passed by Congress to cure titles affected by the Hillard case. Congressman Schwabe, who worked on the bill, has ordered copies and will distribute them to lawyers in his district. Pennel asks for a copy of the bill and its status in Congress. Schwabe expresses his willingness to provide the information and looks forward to visiting Bartlesville. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Appropriation for Osage Tribe of Indians: H.R. 6682 1921-01-01 1921-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 41, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0005 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862331 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages This bill authorizes an appropriation of $776,742.03 to be paid to the Osage Tribe of Indians for land sold by the United States. The funds will be placed in the Treasury of the United States and distributed to the tribe according to regulations. This appropriation is intended to settle the tribe's claim against the United States under a treaty from 1865. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to pay attorneys' fees and expenses from the appropriation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK An Act to Authorize Appropriation for Payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians 1921-02-06 1921-02-06 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 41, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0002 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862328 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages The bill H.R. 3611 authorizes an appropriation of $776,742.03 to be paid to the Osage Tribe of Indians for the sale of their lands by the United States. The amount will be distributed according to rules and regulations governing payments to Osage Tribe members and will settle the tribe's claim against the United States under a treaty from 1865. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to pay the fees and expenses of the tribe's attorneys from the appropriation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Appropriation for Osage Tribe of Indians: H.R. 1958 1921-02-06 1921-02-06 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 41, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862327 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages This bill authorizes an appropriation of $776,742.03 to be paid to the Osage Tribe of Indians for the sale of their lands by the United States. The amount will be distributed to the tribe in accordance with existing rules and regulations. The appropriation is meant to settle the tribe's claim against the United States arising from a treaty in 1865. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to pay the fees and expenses of the tribe's attorneys from the appropriation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Osage Bill: A History of Betrayal and Redemption 1921-02-06 1921-02-06 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) 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_0003 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_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862339 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_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Banks and banking--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 9 Pages The document discusses the Osage Bill, which involves the unfair treatment of the Osage Indians by the United States government in the 1860s. The Osages were tricked into ceding their land in exchange for very little compensation, which was then used for other tribes. The document highlights the lack of communication and understanding between the Osages and the government, as well as the legal battles and protests that followed. The Court of Claims ruled in favor of the Indians, but legislative action on the issue has been unsuccessful. The document emphasizes the need for justice and fair treatment of Native American tribes by the government. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Mail Rate Changes and Personal Life Updates in 1921 1923-01-15 1923-01-15 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection CAC_CC_23_3.4_0000, Box 4, Folder 78, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/61 CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0000-Ho/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863314 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0000-Ho/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0003.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Navajo Nation 5 Pages Senator Fred R. Harris wrote to Mr. Juan Martine, President of the Ramah Navajo School Board, enclosing a progress report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a new school project. Mr. Martine had previously contacted the Bureau about delays in the project. The Bureau reported that preliminary planning work had been done, including a water feasibility report and preparation of educational specifications. Additional funds would be needed from Congress to complete the design drawings, with construction expected to take several years. The Ramah Navajo people were willing to consider alternate sites with water availability for the new school. Senator Harris assured Mr. Martine that he would continue to follow up on the project. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Authorization of Appropriation for Osage Tribe of Indians: Act of 1935 1928-05-28 1928-05-28 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 70th (1927-1929) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 41, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0007 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862333 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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0007.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 3 Pages This act authorizes an appropriation of $776,742.03 to be paid to the Osage Tribe of Indians for the sale of their land in Kansas. The funds will be placed in the tribe's account and distributed according to their rules and regulations. This appropriation is meant to settle the tribe's claim against the United States arising from a treaty in 1865. Additionally, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to pay the fees and expenses of the tribe's attorneys from this appropriation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Notice to Vacate Tribal Premises: Pawnee Indian Agency's Request to Mr. Hayden Lane 1930-10-02 1930-10-02 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 71st (1929-1931) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 50, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_50_0006 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_50_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_50_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862411 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_50_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/CAC_CC_047_1_5_50_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims 1 Page The document informs Mr. Hayden Lane that he must vacate a building on Pawnee Tribal land within 60 days, as requested by the Pawnee Tribal Councils and approved by the Commissioner of Indian Affairs. Lane is asked to remove all buildings from the tribal land within the prescribed time, with consideration given to the interests of others claiming occupancy. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns Regarding Jefferson Memorial Plaza Funding 1931-03-30 1931-03-30 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0004 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862386 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation 3 Pages The document is addressing concerns about a proposed Memorial Plaza in St. Louis, Missouri, and why it should not be approved. The reasons include opposition from the City Plan Commission, fraudulent bond issues, lack of funds for construction, legal disputes, existing memorials to Thomas Jefferson, potential displacement of industry and workers, and a four-year delay in progress. The document urges the recipient to consider these reasons and not support the project. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Validation of Titles for Lands of the Five Civilized Tribes Act 1931-04-26 1931-04-26 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 34, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_34_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_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_34_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862234 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_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_34_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Land use--Planning 3 Pages This bill aims to validate titles to certain lands conveyed by Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes and to amend a previous Act related to restrictions applicable to these Indians in Oklahoma. It specifies that certain conveyances made by Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes will not be invalid, and adds new sections to the existing Act to clarify restrictions on land ownership for full-blood Indian heirs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Bill to Validate Titles for Lands Conveyed by Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes 1931-04-26 1931-04-26 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 72nd (1931-1933) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 35, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862246 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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims 3 Pages This bill introduced in the Senate in 1945 aims to validate titles to lands conveyed by Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes and to amend previous legislation related to restrictions on land ownership by these tribes. It clarifies that certain conveyances made by full-blood Indian heirs will not be considered invalid, and outlines new rules for future land purchases with restricted funds. Text