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Choctaw Nation

 Subject

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Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: "The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the United States, with over 225,000 tribal members and 12,000-plus associates. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, historic boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma. The Choctaw Nation’s vision, “Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture,” is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity." - Choctaw Nation Website

Found in 107 Collections and/or Records:

Press Releases - Indian Affairs, 1951

 File — Box SP 1: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 54
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_54_0000
Scope and Contents

This folder contains press releases related to Choctaw-Chickasaw per capita payments and appropriations for the commutation of treaty obligations.

Dates: 1951
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases

Press Releases - Indian Affairs, 1950

 File — Box SP 1: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 45
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_45_0000
Scope and Contents

This folder contains press releases about legislation H. R. 6515, relating to the rehabilitation of the Five Civilized Tribes, and H. R. 6209, relating to commutation of treaty obligations to per capita payments for the Choctaw Tribe.

Dates: 1950
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases

Press Releases - Indian Affairs, 1952

 File — Box SP 1: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 61
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_61_0000
Scope and Contents

This folder contains press releases and notes related to Indian Affairs in 1952, notably the re-appointment of James H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe and the intentions of Congressman Carl Albert to enact bills in the next Congress.

Dates: 1952
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases

Press Releases - Indian Affairs, 1953

 File — Box SP 1: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 69
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_69_0000
Scope and Contents

This folder contains press releases related to legislation affecting restrictions on tribal lands in 1953.

Dates: 1953
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases

Shukha vbi li naha tuk, 2008-01-29

 Item
Identifier: NALC-CHA-015.001
Scope and Contents

IN PROCESSING: THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY BEING CATALOGUED AND PROCESSED. ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTIVE INFORMATION FORTHCOMING.

Dates: 2008-01-29
Found in: Native American Languages Collection / Chahta Anumpa Aiikhvna / School of Choctaw Language Collection

Shukha vbi li naha tuk (transcription), 2008-01-29

 Item
Identifier: NALC-CHA-015.002
Scope and Contents

Transcription of an audio recording of Abe Frazier, Choctaw elder, in which he tells the story of the time he almost killed a hog just by scaring it. Told in the traditional Choctaw language. English and Choctaw transcription and translation components prepared by Dorothy Gibson-Van Horn, Choctaw elder.

Dates: 2008-01-29
Found in: Native American Languages Collection / Chahta Anumpa Aiikhvna / School of Choctaw Language Collection

Slaughtering a hog, 2007-10-20

 Item
Identifier: NALC-CHA-011.001
Scope and Contents

Audio recording of John W. Durant, Choctaw elder, in which he reveals his method for slaughtering a hog, and cooking wild turkey and sweet potatoes. Told in the traditional Choctaw language. English and Choctaw transcription and translation components prepared by Eveline Steele, Choctaw language consultant.

Dates: 2007-10-20
Found in: Native American Languages Collection / Chahta Anumpa Aiikhvna / School of Choctaw Language Collection

Slaughtering a hog (transcription), 2007-10-20

 Item
Identifier: NALC-CHA-011.002
Scope and Contents

Transcription of an audio recording of John W. Durant, Choctaw elder, in which he reveals his method for slaughtering a hog, and cooking wild turkey and sweet potatoes. Told in the traditional Choctaw language. English and Choctaw transcription and translation components prepared by Eveline Steele, Choctaw language consultant.

Dates: 2007-10-20
Found in: Native American Languages Collection / Chahta Anumpa Aiikhvna / School of Choctaw Language Collection

"Statement of Carl Albert, A Representative in Congress from the State of Oklahoma" Regarding H.R. 6515, 1950-03-14 - 1950-03-16

 Item — Box SP 1: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 45
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_1_45_0001
Abstract

81st (1949-1951)

Dates: 1950-03-14 - 1950-03-16
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases / Press Releases - Indian Affairs

Support for the Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act of 1959, 1959-08-25

 Item — Box SP 13: Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 74
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_16_13_74_0001
Scope and Contents Representative Carl Albert supports the repeal of the Act of August 25, 1959, regarding the Choctaw Tribe's affairs. He highlights the difficulties in carrying out the provisions of the Act and emphasizes the tribe's desire to continue receiving federal services as Indians. The Choctaw Tribe no longer wishes to be terminated, and resolutions from tribal leaders and councils urge the passage of the repeal bill. Representative Albert expresses gratitude for the subcommittee's consideration...
Dates: 1959-08-25
Found in: Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections / Carl Albert Collection / Speeches and Press Releases / Statements - "Indian Affairs." May 14, 1970

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