Leasing Segregated Coal Land in Muskogee, Oklahoma: Correspondence with Carl Albert, 1948-04-20

Item — Box: 4, Folder: 20

Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_4_20_0014

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The text discusses inquiries made by Riley Smith regarding the leasing of segregated coal land in LeFlore County, Oklahoma. Congressman Carl Albert contacted the Five Civilized Tribes Superintendent to determine if the territory can be leased. Smith expresses interest in securing the coal on a royalty basis and is willing to hire a lawyer if necessary. The Indian Office in Washington states that if the land is virgin and has not had previous developments, it cannot be leased. They suggest putting it on an auction basis. Congressman Albert is trying to gather more information to assist Smith in leasing the land.

Dates

1948-04-20

Language of Materials

English

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