The letter is in response to a query about the payment to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians for the sale of their coal lands to the government. The Indian Office will send proof of heirship notices to the deceased members' heirs after the living enrolled members are paid. The letter also includes a list of relatives and deceased members for whom the sender is inquiring about inheritance. The letter also mentions an appropriation bill passed by the House of Representatives to pay the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations for their lands. The sender offers further assistance if needed.