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Letter From Barton Greenwood To Representative Burdick Regarding Per Capita Payments As Inquired By Mrs. E. V. Schanandore, October 29, 1956, Barton Greenwood

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter from Acting Commissioner of the United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affairs Barton Greenwood to US Representative Usher Burdick provides information addressing an inquiry from Mrs. E. V. Schanandore regarding the delay of per capita payments authorized by US Public Law 533. Greenwood informs Burdick that the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council has reconsidered the enrollment of several applicants and that has delayed approval of the final tribal roll. Greenwood notes that since this distribution of funds will effectively comprise the last of the funds held in trust for the Three Affiliated Tribes, it's imperative that the rolls …

Letter From Representative Burdick To Mrs. E. V. Schanandore Regarding Per Capita Payments, October 22, 1956, Usher Burdick

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated October 22, 1956, from United States (US) Representative Usher Burdick to Mrs. E. V. Schanandore informs Schanandore that Burdick has brought up the matter of per capita payments with the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and will report back to her once he has more information.

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Letter from Mrs. E. V. Schanandore to Representatives Burdick and Krueger Regarding Per Capita Payments, October 15, 1956

Letter from Barton Greenwood to Representative Burdick Regarding Per Capita Payments as Inquired by Mrs. E. V. Schanandore, October 29, 1956

Letter From Robert B. Mckee To Senator Langer Regarding List Of Residents, October 4, 1956, Robert B. Mckee

William Langer Papers

This letter, dated October 4, 1956, from [illegible] on behalf of Fort Berthold Agency Superintendent Robert B. McKee to United States (US) Senator William Langer informs Langer that the list Langer requested in his letter of September 26, 1956--of the names and addresses of residents of the Fort Berthold Reservation over 21 years of age--will be sent within the next few days.

See also: An Act to Provide for the Segregation of Certain Funds of the Fort Berthold Indians on the Basis of Membership Roll Prepared for Such Purpose

Letter From Rex Lee To Representative Burdick Regarding Enrollment Of Children In The Three Affiliated Tribes, October 2, 1956, Rex Lee

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated October 2, 1956, from Acting Commissioner of the United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affairs Rex Lee to US Representative Usher Burdick responds to the appeal sent from J. K. Murray regarding the enrollment of children into the Three Affiliated Tribes. Lee notes that he has enclosed a copy of the reply that he sent to Murray. That reply is not included with this document.

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Letter from Thomas Reid to J. K. Murray Regarding Enrollment of Children in the Three Affiliated Tribes, September 26, 1956

Letter From Thomas Reid To J. K. Murray Regarding Enrollment Of Children In The Three Affiliated Tribes, September 26, 1956, Thomas M. Reid

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated September 26, 1956, from Acting Commissioner of the United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affairs, Thomas M. Reid to J. K. Murray replies to Murray's appeal for assistance in getting children enrolled into the Three Affiliated Tribes. Reid informs Murray that the tribes have established a cut off date for new enrollees due to the passage of US Public Law 533 which provides for per capita payments to enrolled members of the tribes. Reid advises Murray that the case of his clients should be taken up with tribal authorities.

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Letter from Laura Knudsen for Representative …

Letter From Laura Page Knudsen For Representative Burdick To J. K. Murray Regarding Three Affiliated Tribes Enrollment Of Children, September 14, 1956, Laura Page Knudson

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated September 14, 1956, from Laura Page Knudson on behalf of United States (US) Representative Usher Burdick to J. K. Murray responds to Murray's appeal for assistance in getting children enrolled with the Three Affiliated Tribes as the Tribal Business Council has been rejecting all applicants submitting after July 1, 1956. Knudson informs Murray that they are taking the issue up with Commissioner Glenn Emmons and will get back to him.

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Letter from J. K. Murray to the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Three Affiliated Tribes Enrollment of Children, September 11, 1956

Letter from Thomas Reid …

Letter From J. K. Murray To The Bureau Of Indian Affairs Regarding Three Affiliated Tribes Enrollment Of Children, September 11, 1956, J. K. Murray

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated September 11, 1956, from J. K. Murray to the United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affairs and copied to US Senator William Langer and US Representative Usher Burdick reports that a number of people have struggled to get their children enrolled with the Three Affiliated Tribes. Murray conveys that the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Business Council has said that they are not enrolling any more people after July 1, 1957. Murray appeals to the Bureau for assistance. There's a stamp on the letter indicating that the Bureau received the letter on September 17, 1956.

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Letter …

Letter From Laura Page Knudsen For Representative Burdick To Floyd Montclair Regarding Per Capita Payments, August 27, 1956, Laura Page Knudson

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated August 27, 1956, from Laura Page Knudson on behalf of United States (US) Representative Usher Burdick to Three Affiliated Tribes member Floyd Montclair responds to the letter that Montclair sent to US Senator William Langer. Knudson explains that the money that will be distributed to the tribes is not "per capita" but allows for payments based on a prepared membership roll. She also mentions that an election order was sent out on August 18 and that redistricting still needs to be settled.

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Letter from Floyd Montclair to Representative Langer Regarding Per Capita Payments, July 27, …

Letter From Dorothy Gwinn On Behalf Of Senator Langer To John Hart Regarding Indian Welfare, August 17, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated August 17, 1956, from Dorothy Gwinn on behalf of United States (US) Senator William Langer to John Hart, marks the receipt of Hart’s correspondence concerning Indian Welfare. The letter refers to an enclosed editorial, but this enclosure is not enclosed included with the letter. The letter affirms to Hart that Gwinn will bring Hart’s correspondence to Langer's attention when Langer returns. The letter is marked with the handwritten annotation “Indian Affairs”

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Letter from Irene Martin on Behalf of Senator Langer to John Hart Regarding Industrial Development Meetings, September 22, 1955

Fort Berthold Agency News Bulletin Election Issue, August 10, 1956, Robert Bruce Mckee

William Langer Papers

This issue of the Fort Berthold Indian Agency News Bulletin, dated August 10, 1956, is provides information on the tribal election scheduled for September 18 of the same year, in which members will vote on whether to amend the tribal constitution.

This issue contains comment pieces by Fort Berthold Indian Agency Superintendent Robert B. McKee and Tribal Business Council Chairman Martin Cross, as well as copies of letters from Assistant Secretary of the United States (US) Department of the Interior Wesley D'Ewart to McKee and Cross regarding the decision to allow absentee ballots to be used by nonresident members in …

Letter To Floyd Montclair Regarding Per Capita Payments, August 7, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated August 7, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Floyd Montclair, informs Montclair that the per capita payments under US Public Law 553 (introduced as US Senate Bill 2151) will occur once the Tribal Council applies for funds and provides a plan illustrating how the funds will be used for rehabilitation. Langer says the US Bureau of Indian Affairs will process the applications for per capita payments as quickly as possible. There are handwritten notes on the letter.

Letter From E. J. Utz To Chairperson Of The Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Business Council, August 6, 1956, E. J. Utz

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated August 6, 1956, from Acting Commissioner of the United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affaris E. J. Utz to the chairperson of the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Business Council indicates that two copies of membership rolls of the Three Affiliated Tribes have been presented for approval. These rolls are to be used in the distribution of funds authorized by US Public Law 533. Utz references the council's closing of membership date, noting that prospective applicants were not given enough notice. Utz notes as well that the list of rejected memberships has caused concern. and requests additional information …

Letter From E. J. Utz To Martin Cross Regarding Membership Rolls, August 6, 1956, E. J. Utz

William Langer Papers

This letter dated August 6, 1956, from Acting Commissioner of the United States (US) Department of the Interior to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Chairperson Martin Cross, concerns tribal membership rolls and the closing date for enrollment applications. Utz expresses concern that tribal members were not given enough time to submit applications for enrollment. Utz requests additional information for children who have submitted for enrollment and requests additional information for each rejected enrollment application. This letter was copied to US Senator William Langer.

There are some handwritten notes on the letter.

Letter From E. J. Utz To Senator Langer Enclosing Proposed Amenement To Tribal Constitution Regarding Tribal Elections, August 3, 1956, E. J. Utz

William Langer Papers

This letter dated August 3, 1956, from Acting Commissioner E. J. Utz of the United States (US) Department of the Interior to US Senator William Langer, encloses copies of the Solicitor's Opinion dated June 20, 1956 and the proposed amendment to Tribal Constitution.

There's a handwritten note on the letter that says a copy was sent to Martin Cross. The opinion is included with this document.

Collection Of Correspondences Related To Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council Elections, July 31, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

These correspondences dated July 31, 1956 were sent from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Carl Whitman, Jr., B. J. Youngbird, and Jackson Ripley enclosing information regarding election problems on the Fort Berthold Reservation. Enclosed with these letters is a copy of US Assistant Secretary D'Ewart's letter to the Tribal Council chairperson and the Solicitor's Opinion on tribal elections and the use of absentee ballots.

There are some handwritten notes on the letters.

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Letter from Wesley D'Ewart to Martin Cross Regarding Tribal Council Election, July 23, 1956

Letter From Wesley D'Ewart To Senator Langer Regarding Election Request, July 23, 1956, Wesley D'Ewart

William Langer Papers

This letter dated July 23, 1956, from Secretary of the United States (US) Interior Wesley D'Ewart to US Senator William Langer, informs Langer that D'Ewart advised the US Commissioner of Indian Affairs to have the Solicitor re-examine the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Constitution and other regulations in order to resolve the election issue on the reservation. D'Ewarts says that he can furnish Langer with a copy of the letter that he wrote to the Tribal Business Council dated June 20, 1956.

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Letter from Senator Langer to Wesley D'Ewart Regarding Election Request, May 24, 1956

Letter from Wesley D'Ewart …

Letter From Wesley D'Ewart To Martin Cross Regarding Tribal Council Election, July 23, 1956, Wesley D'Ewart

William Langer Papers

This letter dated July 23, 1956, from United States (US) Secretary of the Interior Wesley D'Ewart to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Chairperson Martin Cross, addresses the election issue on the Fort Berthold Reservation. D'Ewart makes reference to the June 20, 1956 opinion of the Solicitor which found that the use of absentee ballots in tribal elections should be permitted.

A note on this letter says that copies were sent to Jackson Ripley, B. J. Youngbird, and Carl Whitman, Jr. The letter was copied to US Senator William Langer.

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Letter from Wesley D'Ewart to Senator Langer Regarding Election Request, …

Letter From Commissioner To Benjamin Reifel Regarding Public Law 553 And Per Capita Payments, July 13, 1956, Commissioner

Usher Burdick Papers

This unsigned letter, dated July 13, 1956, from "Commissioner" to United States (US) Bureau of Indian Affairs Aberdeen Area Director Benjamin Reifel is in reference to US Public Law 533, which provides for per capita payments to members of the Three Affiliated Tribes. Since the per capita payment authorized by this US Public Law is effectively the last of the funds held in trust for the tribes, the Commissioner would like to ensure that the Secretary is careful to "facilitate the spirit of the act." The Commissioner would like Reifel's views on the matter. A handwritten note on the letter …

Letter From Representative Burdick To Martin Cross Acknowledging Receipt Of June 22 Letter, June 26, 1956, Usher Burdick

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated June 26, 1956, from United States (US) Representative Usher Burdick to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Chairperson Martin Cross thanks Cross for his June 22 letter. Burdick says that he is glad to have this information.

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Letter from Martin Cross to Representative Burdick Enclosing Letter to the Secretary of the Interior Regarding Delay of Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Elections, June 22, 1956

Letter From J. Reuel Armstrong To Representative Burdick Regarding The Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Elections, June 22, 1956, J. Reuel Armstrong

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated June 22, 1956, from J. Reuel Armstrong, Solicitor of the United States (US) Department of the Interior to US Representative Usher Burdick comments on absentee ballot voting in Three Affiliated Tribes tribal elections. Armstrong says that he will enclose a copy of the June 8 opinion on absentee voting in which Armstrong says that it should be permitted. Regarding Burdick's question about tribal members drawing a stipend, Armstrong provides two excerpts from the tribal constitution which provide guidelines for salaries and stipends for tribal council members. The June 8 opinion is not enclosed with this document. A …

Letter From Martin Cross To Representative Burdick Enclosing Letter To The Secretary Of The Interior Regarding Delay Of Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Elections, June 22, 1956, Matin Cross

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated June 22, 1956, from Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Chairperson Martin Cross to United States (US) Representative Usher Burdick encloses a letter that Cross sent to the Secretary of the Interior regarding tribal elections.

The enclosed letter, dated June 22, 1956, from Cross to Secretary of the US Interior, Fred Seaton, explains the reasons behind the delay of tribal elections. Cross requests that the Secretary set an election date for the proposed amendments to the tribal constitution so that an election of new Tribal Council members can be called. A handwritten note at the top of the letter …

Memorandum From The Solicitor Of The Department Of The Interior To The Commissioner Of Indian Affairs Regarding Proposed Elections On The Fort Berthold Reservation, June 20, 1956, J. Reuel Armstrong

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated June 20, 1956, from the Solicitor of the Department of the Interior J. Reuel Armstrong to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs comments on the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council elections and absentee voting. Armstrong directs the Commissioner to the Solicitor's June 8 opinion on absentee voting in which he indicated support for it. Regarding the question of whether the Secretary of the Interior may call an election for tribal council, Armstrong indicates that the tribal constitution does not allow for the Secretary of the Interior to call for an election.

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Memorandum from J. Reuel Armstrong, …

Letter From Senator Langer To James Black Dog Regarding Us Senate Bill 2151, June 14, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 14, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to James Black Dog, encloses a copy of US Senate Bill 2151 (S. 2151) and informs Black Dog that the bill became US Public Law on June 4, 1956. Langer says the plan for fund distribution is not yet complete, so he is not sure when or how that will occur. A handwritten note reads, "S. 2151."

Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Us Senate Bill 2151 Which Is Now Us Public Law 84-553, June 11, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 11, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Chairperson Martin Cross, encloses a report from Assistant Secretary of the Interior Wesley A. D'Ewart concerning US Senate Bill 2151 which is now US Public Law 84-553 (also known as "An Act to Provide for the Segregation of Certain Funds of the Fort Berthold Indians on the Basis of Membership Roll Prepared for Such Purpose"). There are handwritten notes on the letter.

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Telegram from Senator Langer to Martin Cross Informing that US Senate Bill 2151 was Signed into Law, June …

Letter From Senator Langer To B. J. (Ben) Youngbird Regarding Us Senate Bill 2151 And Enclosed Report From Secretary D'Ewart, June 11, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 11, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal member Ben (B. J.) Youngbird, encloses a report from Assistant Secretary of the Interior Wesley A. D'Ewart concerning US Senate Bill 2151, which is now US Public Law 84-553 (also known as "An Act to Provide for the Segregation of Certain Funds of the Fort Berthold Indians on the Basis of Membership Roll Prepared for Such Purpose"). Langer directs Youngbird to the last paragraph of the report. The report is enclosed.

Letter From Senator Langer To Carl Whitman Jr. Regarding Us Senate Bill 2151 And Enclosed Report From Secretary D'Ewart, June 11, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 11, 1956 from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal member Carl Whitman Jr. encloses a report from Assistant Secretary of the Interior Wesley A. D'Ewart concerning US Senate Bill 2151, which is now US Public Law 84-553 (also known as "An Act to Provide for the Segregation of Certain Funds of the Fort Berthold Indians on the Basis of Membership Roll Prepared for Such Purpose"). Langer directs Whitman to the last paragraph of the report. The report is enclosed with this document. A note at the top of the document reads …

Memorandum From J. Reuel Armstrong, Solicitor, Regarding Voting Compliance In Amending Tribal Constitutions, June 8, 1956, J. Reuel Armstrong

Usher Burdick Papers

This letter, dated June 8, 1956, from J. Reuel Armstrong, Solicitor of the US Department of the Interior, to the Secretary of the Interior comments on the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council elections, the problems that the tribes have been having with redistricting since the inundation of their lands following the construction of the Garrison Dam, proposed amendments to the tribal constitution, and absentee voting. The opinion of the Solicitor is that absentee voting should be allowed. Armstrong suggests that the tribes hold a special election, allowing for absentee voting, if they still wish to amend their constitution.

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Letter From Senator Langer To Anson Baker Informing Him That Us Senate Bill 2151 Is Now Us Public Law, June 5, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 5, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Anson Baker, informs Baker that US Senate Bill 2151 (S. 2151) was signed by the president and is now US Public Law. A handwritten note on the top of the letter reads, "S. 2151."

Letter From Senator Langer To Irene Duckett Informing Her That Us Senate Bill 2151 Is Now Us Public Law, June 5, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 5, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Irene Duckett, informs Duckett that US Senate Bill 2151 (S. 2151) was signed by the president and is now US Public Law. A handwritten note on the top of the letter reads, "S. 2151."

Letter From Senator Langer To Grace Grinnell Informing Her That Us Senate Bill 2151 Is Now Us Public Law, June 5, 1956, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated June 5, 1956, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Grace Grinnell informs Grinnell that US Senate Bill 2151 (S. 2151) was signed by the president and is now US Public Law. A handwritten note on the top of the letter reads "S. 2151."