The text is a letter from Congressman Carl Albert to Mrs. Sallie Colbert regarding the payment to Choctaws and Chickasaws for the sale of their coal lands to the government. The Indian Office has advised that living enrolled members will be paid first, with checks likely to be mailed out in July. Heirs of deceased members will receive notices in the fall to determine legal heirs and payment amounts. The letter also addresses concerns about old age assistance and reassures that the payment amount should not affect eligibility. Congressman Albert offers to answer any further questions or provide additional assistance.

Congress 81st Congress (1949-1951)

Policy Area Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituent Correspondence; Indians of North America--Claims

Tribal Affiliation Chickasaw Indians; Choctaw Indians