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Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Recent Decisions Of The Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council, December 13, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated December 13, 1948, from United States Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, thanks Cross for his recent letter and for the news on the recent decisions of the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council.

Handwritten notes on the letter include, "See-Indians" and "Cross, Martin T."

See also:

Letter from Martin Cross to Senator Langer Regarding Tribal Council in Washington Working on Garrison Dam Contract, December 8, 1948

Letter from Martin Cross to Senator Langer Enclosing a Report from the Tribal Council on their Report to Washington and House Joint Resolution 33, January 13, 1949

Letter From Senator Langer To H.W. Case Regarding Procedures For Moving Church Building Due To The Garrison Dam, July 31, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated July 31, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to H.W. Chase, marks the receipt of Case’s letter from July 25, 1948, where Case requested a pamphlet that outlines the procedures for “the Indian” to retain church buildings due to the Garrison Dam. Langer thanks Case and encloses the US War Department’s statement on the Garrison Dam. No enclosure is included.

The letter is marked with the handwritten annotation “Garrison Dam.”

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Letter from H.W. Case to Senator Langer Regarding the Acquisition of Churches on Reservation Land for the Garrison Dam, July 25, 1948

Letter From H.W. Case To Senator Langer Regarding The Acquisition Of Churches On Reservation Land For The Garrison Dam, July 25, 1948, H.W. Case

William Langer Papers

This letter dated July 25, 1948, from H.W. Case to United State Senator William Langer, points out “there are several Indian Churches on the Reservation.” Chase inquires if “the Indian” will be able to retain church buildings and requests a pamphlet that outlines the procedures.

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Letter from Senator Langer to H.W. Case Regarding Procedures for Moving Church Buildings Due to the Garrison Dam, July 31, 1948

Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Thanking Cross For The Two Resolutions Passed By Tribal Council, May 7, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated May 7, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, thanks Cross for sending the two resolutions passed by the Claims Legislative Council. One resolution proposes that no action be taken on the proposed contract between the US and the Fort Berthold Reservation, and the other relates to the the contract drafted by the US War Department. These resolutions are likely in connection with the construction of the Garrison Dam, but they were not enclosed in this document.

A handwritten note on the letter says, "See Indians."

Telegram From Senator Langer To Fred Lone Bear Stating Langer Will Help As Much As Possible, May 7, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated May 7, 1948, from United States Senator William Langer to Chairperson Fred Lone Bear, responds to Lone Bear's telegram and says that Langer will do everything possible for Three Affiliated Tribes delegates Martin Cross and Floyd Montclair while they are in Washington, D.C.

A handwritten note on the letter says, "Indians."

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Telegram from Fred Lone Bear to Senator Langer Requesting that Langer Help Delegates Martin Cross and Floyd Montclair, May 4, 1948

Telegram From George Gillette To Senator Langer Regarding Per Capita Payments For Minors, May 6, 1948, George Gillette

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated May 6, 1948, from Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council Chairman George Gillette to United States (US) Senator William Langer, urges Langer to request that the "Indian Office" authorize that per capita pay shares for minors under the age eighteen be allocated to heads of families.

This telegram contains shorthand notes at the bottom.

See also: Telegram from Senator Langer to George Gillette Regarding Per Capita Payments for Minors, May 8, 1948

Letter From Senator Langer To Joseph Wicks Regarding Plan Between Wicks And Martin Cross For Various Reservations, April 26, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated April 26, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Joseph Wicks, mentions a plan that Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross proposed for several reservations. The plan has the approval of the "Indian Bureau" (likely meaning the US Bureau of Indian Affairs). Langer advises that Wicks submit the plan to the Indian Agencies in North Dakota. Details of the plan are not discussed in the letter.

A handwritten note on the letter says, "See Indians."

Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Letters Sent From Members Of The Three Affiliated Tribes To Senator Watkins And Representative D'Ewart, March 8, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated March 8, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, thanks Cross for sending a copy of letters that members of the Three Affiliated Tribes sent to US Senator from Utah [Arthur] Watkins and US Representative from Montana [Wesley] D'Ewart. Langer expresses regret for not meeting Cross when Cross was visiting but says that he hopes to spend July 4th with Cross in Elbowoods, North Dakota. Copies of the letters referenced were not enclosed with this document.

A handwritten note on the letter says, "See Indians."

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Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Senate Bill 1133, February 25, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 25, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, acknowledges a recent telegram from Cross and informs him that there will be no additional hearings regarding US Senate Bill 1133 with amendment. Langer indicates that the bill is on the US president's desk and that he anticipates favorable news shortly.

A handwritten note on the letter says "see" with a line pointing to "S. 1133."

S. 1133 became US Public Law 80-424, also known as, "An Act Providing for the Per Capita Payment of Certain Moneys Appropriated in Settlement …

Letter From Senator Langer To R.J. Doebler Regarding Medical Care For Indians Of The Fort Berthold And Turtle Mountain Reservations, February 25, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 25, 1948, from United States Senator William Langer to R.J. Doebler marks Langer’s receipt of Doebler’s letter from February 19, 1948, regarding the medical care of members of the Fort Berthold and Turtle Mountain Reservations. Langer agrees with Doebler that “something must be done to insure proper care for Indians” and will call Doebler’s letter to the attention of United States Senator Arthur Watkins, Chairman of the Indian Affairs Committee.

Letter From R.J. Doebler To Senator Langer Regarding Medical Care For Indians Of The Fort Berthold And Turtle Mountain Reservations, February 19, 1948, R.J. Doebler

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 19, 1948, from R.J. Doebler to Senator William Langer explains that Indians who came to Minot during the war for employment are now out of work following the war. Doebler asks for clarification from Langer if these Indians have gained residence in Ward County or if they are eligible to return to their respective reservations. Most of the Indians, says Doebler, come from Fort Berthold and the Turtle Mountain Agency. A few Indians are getting sick, Doebler continues, and do not want to return home to receive treatment as they are not receiving adequate treatment at …

Letter From Senator Langer To Wf Gierke Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, February 12, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 12, 1948, from United States Senator William Langer to WF Gierke Jr., states that Langer has received Geirke's letter regarding aid for the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation. He goes on to say that ten thousand dollars have been sent and that more is likely on the way.

There is a handwritten note at the top of the letter that reads "Indians."

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Letter from Gierke to Senator Langer Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, January 13, 1948

Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Cross's Recent Visit To Washington, D.C. And Cross's Testimony, February 10, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 10, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, acknowledges Cross's letter of February 5, 1948 and extends regret that Cross did not return to Langer's office during the visit. Langer also indicates that the US Committee on Public Lands has not yet printed copies of Cross's testimony but once they do, Langer will send a copy.

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Letter from Martin Cross to Senator Langer Regarding Petition to Wesley D'Ewart and Senate Bill 797, February 5, 1948

Letter from Martin Cross to Senator Langer Regarding Per Capita Payments, …

Letter From Senator Langer To Wesley D'Ewart Forwarding Petition From Members Of The Three Affiliated Tribes, January 31, 1948., William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter, dated January 31, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to US Representative from Montana Wesley A. D'Ewart, forwards a petition from members of the Three Affiliated Tribes. Langer says that he will offer his help if needed. The aforementioned petition was not included with this document.

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Letter from Senator Langer to Martin Cross Regarding a Petition Addressed to Congressman Wesley A. D'Ewart, January 31, 1948

Letter from Senator Langer to Martin Cross Regarding Cross's Recent Visit to Washington, D.C. and Cross's Testimony, February 10, 1948

Telegram From Senator Langer To George Gillette Regarding Unauthorized Tribal Representatives, January 17, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated January 17, 1948, from United States Senator William Langer to George Gillette, responds to Gillette's letter from January 9, 1948 about unauthorized representatives from the Three Affiliated Tribes of Fort Berthold Reservation. In the telegram, Langer states that he will only support official delegates.

This telegram contains the handwritten note, "Indians."

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Letter from George Gillette to Senator Langer Regarding Unauthorized Tribal Representatives, January 9, 1948

Letter From Gierke To Senator Langer Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, January 13, 1948, Wf Gierke

William Langer Papers

This letter dated January 13, 1948, from WF Gierke to United States Senator William Langer, Gierke discusses the economic and social conditions of the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation. He states that there has not been much trouble on the Reservation and that Langer should contact the Tribes personally for a more authentic report. Gierke also states that taxpayer's money should not be given directly and that instead, the Tribes should be given proper "instruction."

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Letter from Senator Langer to WF Gierke Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, February 12, 1948

Telegram From Senator Langer To Pw Lanier Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation Conditions, January 9, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated January 9, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to attorney PW Lanier, responds to Lanier's previous telegram. Langer states that the US Senate and Indian Department have been disgraceful and that he has presented the matter.

There is a handwritten note at the top of the document that reads "Indians."

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Telegram from PW Lanier to Senator Langer Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation Conditions, January 8, 1948

Telegram From Pw Lanier To Senator Langer Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation Conditions, January 8, 1948, Pw Lanier

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated January 8, 1948, from attorney PW Lanier to United States (US) Senator William Langer, notes that due to a harsh winter, the natives on the Fort Berthold and Fort Totten Reservations are in need of US governmental aid.

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Telegram from Senator Langer to PW Lanier Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation Conditions, January 9, 1948

Letter From Senator Langer To Wf Gierke Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, January 6, 1948, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated January 6, 1948, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to WF Gierke Jr., acknowledges Gierke's previous letter and states that he will continue addressing the issues related to the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation.

There is a handwritten note at the top of the document that reads "Indians."

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Letter from Senator Langer to WF Gierke Regarding Fort Berthold Reservation, January 6, 1948