Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Gaither's Claim with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1953-02-11
Scope and Contents
The letter is from Congressman Page Belcher to Mrs. Loie Gaither regarding her claim with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Belcher enclosed a copy of a letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs explaining the per capita payments to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians. He offers to help if things are not resolved soon and mentions that his wife, Gladys, sends her regards. The Bureau of Indian Affairs acknowledged receiving the letter and stated that they have sent a response to Gaither explaining the payments. They also mentioned forwarding her letter to the Area Director for further action. Another letter from Gaither to Belcher is included, where she requests information on her coal mine claim.
Dates
- Creation: 1953-02-11
Creator
- From the Collection: Belcher, Page Henry, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma (1951-1973), 1899-1980 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Full Extent
6 Pages
Abstract
83rd Congress (1953-1955)
General
Native Americans
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository