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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- The Legal and Cultural Implications of Bilingual Voting in Cherokee Communities
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Voting--United States, Campaign management--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 87th (1961-1963), 90th (1967-1969), 94th (1975-1977), 86th (1959-1961), 85th (1957-1959), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 80th (1947-1949), 88th (1963-1965), 82nd (1951-1953), 81st (1949-1951), 83rd (1953-1955), 95th (1977-1979), 84th (1955-1957), 89th (1965-1967), 93rd (1973-1975), 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Corruption and Controversy: The Creek Tribe's Unjust Inauguration
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Bilingual Ballot Mandate: 'Freeway' Must Be in Cherokee
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Social Sciences and History
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Voting--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Chief Keeler Takes Control of Cherokee Tribe's Business Affairs
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Energy
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokees to Vote on Tribal Constitution
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Voting--United States, Campaign management--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- New Cherokee Chief Outlines Reform Agenda and Vows Early Vote on Constitution
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Voting--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Panel Orders Recount of Principal Chief Election Ballots
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legal Battle Brews Over Cherokee Chief Inauguration
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Resolution and Investigation of General Election of November 13, 1973
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Energy
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Tribal Issues and Elections: Updates from The Watonga Republican
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Energy
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Voting--United States, Speeches, addresses, etc., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979)
![["The document discusses the requirement to print Cherokee ballots for elections in Tulsa due to a federal law, even though there are few Cherokee speakers who cannot read English. It argues that this law is a waste of money and could lead to legal challenges. Additionally, an invitation to a groundbreaking ceremony for an industrial park in Adair County is included."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0024_thumbnail.jpg "The Legal and Cultural Implications of Bilingual Voting in Cherokee Communities")
![["The Creek Indians of Eastern Oklahoma are unhappy with the recent election of a tribal leader forced upon them by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They feel cheated and manipulated, as the election process was flawed and many eligible voters were not able to participate. The chosen leader does not understand the language and is seen as easily manipulated. There are allegations of intimidation and irregularities in the election process. The Creek Indians feel powerless and unheard in the face of corruption and injustice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Corruption and Controversy: The Creek Tribe's Unjust Inauguration")
![["The city of Tulsa must print the notice and ballot title for an upcoming street bond election in both Cherokee and English languages due to new statutes requiring bilingual opportunities for minority populations, including Native Americans in Osage and Creek counties. The city will contract with a bilingual institute in Tahlequah to translate the materials into Cherokee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Bilingual Ballot Mandate: 'Freeway' Must Be in Cherokee")
![["Chief W. W. Keeler has taken full control of the Cherokee Nation's business affairs following the resignation of the executive business director. He plans to clear up the tribe's remaining debts and ensure the smooth continuation of various programs. Keeler withdrew his request for the Bureau of Indian Affairs to take over tribal operations. The tribe's loss in a housing and construction venture in 1974 was about $800,000, but Keeler stated that the tribe is not broke and has funds held in trust by the federal government. Keeler is not seeking re-election after serving as chief for 26 years."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Chief Keeler Takes Control of Cherokee Tribe's Business Affairs")
![["The Cherokees will vote on a tribal constitution soon, regardless of who wins the election for chief. The proposed constitution includes an elected tribal council and aims to limit the chief's power. Concerns have been raised that an amendment granting the chief veto power over the council could consolidate power in the chief's hands. Cherokee debts from a previous venture are also a major concern."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokees to Vote on Tribal Constitution")
![["Ross Swimmer, the newly-elected chief of the Cherokees, outlined administrative reforms and pledged an early vote on a proposed tribal constitution. Swimmer, at 31 years old, is one of the youngest principal chiefs of an American Indian tribe. He plans to address divisions within the tribe and maintain better communication with tribal members. Swimmer also intends to make various tribal personnel appointments and appoint a 15-member tribal council. He views a trust established by the outgoing chief as a cost-saving measure for the tribe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0033_thumbnail.jpg "New Cherokee Chief Outlines Reform Agenda and Vows Early Vote on Constitution")
![["The Cherokee tribal election committee ordered a recount of more than half of the ballots cast in the election for principal chief. The election had 8,120 ballots cast, but more than 18,000 Cherokees were registered to vote. The recount was requested by several losing candidates, with concerns raised about the conduct of the election. The winner of the election, Ross Swimmer, had the endorsement of the retiring principal chief, W. W. \"Bill\" Keeler, and emphasized the need for tribal unity. The recount was set to take place on Wednesday."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Panel Orders Recount of Principal Chief Election Ballots")
![["Legal and disruptive measures are being considered to stop the ceremonial inauguration of Ross Swimmer as chief of the Cherokee Nation. A petition has been prepared to void the election won by Swimmer and block the inauguration. Swimmer, however, maintains that he is already chief after taking the oath of office. The situation is set to be discussed in U.S. District Court."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Legal Battle Brews Over Cherokee Chief Inauguration")
![["The document discusses the proceedings of a General Meeting held on April 20, 1974, where various proposals were made and voted on by tribal members. It was agreed to continue the meeting from a previous date, select a moderator, and hold a special meeting to investigate the General Election of November 13, 1973. The meeting also addressed the handling of oil and gas bonuses and funds from surrounding land. A special session of the Business Committee was held to set a date for examining ballot boxes and registration books."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution and Investigation of General Election of November 13, 1973")
![["Tribal issues were discussed at a recent Cheyenne-Arapaho Business Committee meeting, which ended in a close vote. There were concerns raised about the dismissal of three tribal employees and the allocation of revenues from an oil drilling agreement. A petition calling for a general tribal meeting was submitted, but some names were disputed. The Chairman expressed frustration with the lack of quorum at meetings and planned to schedule another meeting to address grievances."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Tribal Issues and Elections: Updates from The Watonga Republican")
