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Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding House Joint Resolution 33, August 3, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated August 3, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, thanks Cross for his letter concerning US House Joint Resolution 33 (H.J. 33). Langer says that he is bringing Cross's questions to US Senator Kerr (likely Sen. Robert Kerr from Oklahoma), and he will write back to Cross once he has additional information.

H.J. 33 became Public Law 81-437 or "An Act to Vest Title to Certain Lands of the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation, North Dakota, in the United States, and to provide Compensation Therefor" better …

Telegram From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding House Joint Resolution 33, July 26, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated July 26, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, informs Cross that the report from the hearing on US House Joint Resolution 33 (H.J. 33) is not yet available. According to other correspondences, Cross likely attended a hearing on US H.J. 33 which took place on April 29, 1949.

This telegram contains some handwritten annotations.

H.J. 33 became Public Law 81-437 or "An Act to Vest Title to Certain Lands of the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation, North Dakota, in the United States, and to provide …

Letter From Senator Langer To Senator O’Mahoney Regarding Floyd Montclair's Claim Of Abusive Language By Superintendent Quin, May 11, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated May 11, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Chairman of Interior and Insular Affairs Senator Joseph C. O’Mahoney, regards Floyd Montclair’s charge that Superintendent Quin is using abusive language toward “the Indians.” Langer is forwarding Montclair’s letter to O’Mahoney for his counsel in the matter.

Letter From Senator Langer To Floyd Montclair To Regarding The Abusive Language Of Superintendent Quin, May 11, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated May 11, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Vice President of National American Indian Defense Association Floyd Montclair, marks receipt of Montclair’s letter from April 9, 1949. Langer acknowledges Montclair’s charge of abusive language toward Indians by Superintendent Quin and alerts Montclair that his letter has been forwarded to Chairman of Interior and Insular Affairs Senator Joseph C. O’Mahoney.

Letter From Senator Langer To Ira Waters Regarding The Delegates Appointed By The Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council, May 5, 1949., William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated May 5, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Ira Waters, thanks Waters for his recent letter regarding the delegates appointed by the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council to go to Washington, D.C. According to Waters, these delegates were selected without the full consent of the reservation. Langer says that he is glad that Waters and others had selected Cross to come to Washington D.C. to represent their views on what Langer refers to as the "land situation." Based on other correspondences, the "land situation" is likely a reference to the …

Letter From Floyd Montclair To Senator Langer Regarding The Need For Training Of Superintendent Quin, April 29, 1949, Floyd Montclair

William Langer Papers

This handwritten letter dated April 29, 1949, from Vice President of National American Indian Defense Association Floyd Montclair to United States Senator William Langer, calls Langer’s attention to Superintendent Quin and Mr. Penseneau who “needs some training in the administration of the Affairs of the Indians.” Montclair mentions that Quin and Penseneau will ask Langer for protection, therefore Montclair would like his letter to be “made part of the hearings before your committee for remedy.” A note on the letter reads, “am sending it to Indian Committee as requested.”

Telegram From Senator Langer To Ira Waters Indicating That Langer Has Not Seen Martin Cross Yet, April 23, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This telegram dated April 23, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Ira Waters, replies to a telegram sent by Waters asking if Martin Cross had arrived in Washington, D.C. yet. Langer responds that he has not yet seen Cross.

A handwritten note on the telegram reads, "Cross, Martin."

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Telegram from Ira Waters to Senator Langer Asking if Martin Cross has Arrived as He is Their Delegate, April 22, 1949

Letter From Senator Langer To Earl Bateman Acknowledging Bateman's April 16 Letter, April 19, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated April 19, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Earl Bateman, thanks Bateman for his confidential correspondence which informed Langer about a conflict within the Three Affiliated Tribes. Langer indicates that he's willing to help Bateman in any way he can.

A handwritten note on the top of the letter reads, "Cross, Martin."

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Letter From Earl Bateman to Senator Langer Claiming that Martin Cross has Undermined the Tribal Council, April 16, 1949

Letter From Senator Langer To Burton Wilcox Regarding Relocation, March 17, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated March 17, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Burton Wilcox, Langer tells Wilcox, regarding Wilcox's proposal for the relocation of The Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation tribal members, that he has attached William Zimmerman's response to the plan and that Wilcox should follow Zimmerman's advice to send a copy of the plan to the Regional Director of the Indian Service in Billings, Montana.

This letter contains the handwritten note, "Indians."

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Letter from William Zimmerman to Senator Langer Regarding Wilcox Relocation Plan, February 15, 1949

Letter From William Zimmerman To Senator Langer Regarding Wilcox Relocation Plan, February 15, 1949, William Zimmerman

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 15, 1949, from William Zimmerman to United States (US) Senator William Langer, Zimmerman lists organizations currently working on similar plans, including the Missouri River Basin Investigations Staff of the Indian Service, the Indian Service, and US Congress. This letter is in regards to Burton Wilcox's plan for the relocation of The Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation tribal members. He also notes that US HJ Res 33 is related to these goals. He concludes by writing that Wilcox's proposal is thoughtful and that he should forward it to Allan G. Harper, the Assistant Regional …

Letter From Senator Langer To Burton Wilcox Regarding Relocation, February 3, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 3, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to Burton Wilcox, Langer tells Wilcox, regarding the relocation of the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation, that he has received his proposal and will be speaking with the US Bureau of Indian Affairs about it.

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

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Letter from Burton Wilcox to Senator Langer Regarding Relocation, January 14, 1949

Letter from Senator Langer to William Zimmerman Regarding Wilcox Relocation Plan, February 3, 1949

Letter From Senator Langer To William Zimmerman Regarding Wilcox Relocation Plan, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated February 3, 1949, from United States (US) Senator William Langer to William Zimmerman, Langer writes, regarding Burton Wilcox's plan for relocation of the Three Affiliated Tribe of the Fort Berthold Reservation tribal members, that he has received Wilcox's plan and is forwarding it to Zimmerman for discussion.

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Letter from William Zimmerman to Senator Langer Regarding Wilcox Relocation Plan, February 15, 1949

Letter From Senator Langer To Martin Cross Regarding Report That Cross Sent From The Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council, January 27, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This letter dated January 27, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Three Affiliated Tribes member Martin Cross, thanks Cross for the letter he sent enclosing a copy of the report written by the Three Affiliated Tribes Tribal Council delegation who recently visited Washington D.C. Langer apologizes for his delayed response and tells Cross that he may call on him any time Cross is in Washington.

Handwritten notes on the letter say, "Cross, Martin" and "See Indians."

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Letter from Martin Cross to Senator Langer Enclosing a Report from the Tribal Council on their Trip to Washington and …

Letter From William Langer To Arthur Mandan Regarding The Right Of Indians To Drink, January 19, 1949, William Langer

William Langer Papers

This handwritten letter dated January 19, 1949, from United States Senator William Langer to Arthur Mandan, marks the receipt of Mandan’s letter regarding the right of “Indians” to drink from January 14, 1949. Langer appreciates his views on the matter and encourages Mandan to write to him when needed.

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Letter from Arthur Mandan to Senator Langer Requesting that Indians Should be Permitted to Drink, January 14, 1949

Letter From Burton Wilcox To Senator Langer Regarding Relocation, January 14, 1949, Burton Wilcox

William Langer Papers

This letter dated January 14, 1949, from Burton Wilcox to United States Senator William Langer, Wilcox states that he has enclosed a proposal regarding the relocation of tribal members of The Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation. He states that the plan to meant for discussion purposes to aid the Fort Berthold residents and that Langer may use the plan as he sees fit. The plan itself is not included in this document.

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Letter from Senator Langer to Burton Wilcox Regarding Relocation, February 3, 1949

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."

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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

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

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 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 …

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 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 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