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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- An Enigmatic Historical Correspondence from 1968
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum Summary: Interior K Airs T Braking and Fire Incident - United States Senate
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred Harris: A Plea for Assistance and Education from a Comanche Parent
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Treasure Search in Apache County, Arizona
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Recouping Federal Income Tax Paid on Restricted Trust Property: Bureau of Indian Affairs Correspondence from 1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris - June 24, 1965
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Disputed Inheritance of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 Deceased
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1849 Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Legal Disputes Involving Choctaw Estate
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Affidavit and Legal Documents Pertaining to the Property and Heritage of John Johnson
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Exciting Developments and Future Prospects at OIO: A Letter to Fred La Donar
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The text is a letter dated August 26, 1968, from Romma Sension Ford R. Harid in Washington. The letter is thanking the recipient for their advice given on May 16, 1966, and asking for further explanation on a picture invoiced in a letter form. The sender is seeking clarification on a particular matter and is expecting a response from the recipient."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0003_thumbnail.jpg "An Enigmatic Historical Correspondence from 1968")
![["The United States Senate received a memorandum on 8/29 regarding a call about a fire at the interior of the building."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum Summary: Interior K Airs T Braking and Fire Incident - United States Senate")
![["The author, William Reynolds, writes a letter to the senator Fred Harris in Washington D.C. seeking help and advice regarding his financial struggles in providing for his family. He expresses his desire to go to college and pursue his interests in Zoology and Art, but has been unable to do so due to lack of funds. He also mentions his unsuccessful attempts to secure loans and assistance from various agencies. Reynolds emphasizes the importance of proper housing and education for his children, and asks for the senator's help in improving his situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred Harris: A Plea for Assistance and Education from a Comanche Parent")
![["The letter is a response to Kye Yackeyonny's inquiries about searching for treasure in Apache County, Arizona. The Bureau of Indian Affairs informs him that the Superstition Mountain region is not Indian land and falls under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management. They advise him to contact the State Director in Phoenix, Arizona for further assistance. The letter expresses regret that they cannot provide more help in the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Treasure Search in Apache County, Arizona")
![["The text is a series of memoranda from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, regarding steps to be taken to recoup amounts paid to the Internal Revenue Service as Federal income tax on income derived from restricted trust property belonging to individual Indians. The memoranda provide instructions on how claims for tax refunds will be prepared and presented, including the necessary supporting documents. The Bureau will work to secure refunds only for income sources that have been judicially determined to be non-taxable."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Recouping Federal Income Tax Paid on Restricted Trust Property: Bureau of Indian Affairs Correspondence from 1966")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a referral from Senator Harris regarding a letter and enclosures from Kye Yackeyonny. They will provide an update on the matter soon and have returned the letter and enclosures to Yackeyonny."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris - June 24, 1965")
![["Sim L. Liles received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the interest of John Johnson, the surviving husband of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 deceased. The letter mentions that the Bureau of Indian Affairs has agreed to leave part of the money in question until Johnson and LeForce can resolve their claim to it. A response from Acting Commissioner Theodore W. Taylor confirms this agreement and states that the fund will be distributed accordingly. The letter also mentions that Johnson is a non-Indian and the District Court of Stephens County has determined his status as the surviving husband. Enclosures with both letters are returned with the response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Disputed Inheritance of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 Deceased")
![["Senator Harris received a letter regarding John Johnson's efforts to claim his deceased wife's estate, which is being held by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Johnson, who is elderly and illiterate, is being pressured by a lawyer to sign a contract that is believed to be fraudulent. The letter highlights the injustice and mishandling of the case by the government agency and requests for an investigation by a Federal Grand Jury. It also mentions the refusal of the Bureau to release funds for Johnson to hire legal counsel."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1849 Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Legal Disputes Involving Choctaw Estate")
![["The text consists of three affidavits given by John Johnson and Bud Johnson regarding the ownership of land, heirship, and personal knowledge of individuals. John Johnson states that he did not sign a certain instrument and conveys his interest in land to two individuals. He also mentions trying to obtain funds from the Indian Bureau. Bud Johnson affirms the birth date and marital status of John May Johnson."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Affidavit and Legal Documents Pertaining to the Property and Heritage of John Johnson")
![["The writer is excited about the news they have heard about OIO and requests copies of any proceedings or reports. They suggest meeting with a friend in Norman who is interested in OIO and recommend contacting Kathryn De Ford. The writer also mentions a visit from Assistant Commissioner Carmack and expresses interest in the potential for leadership growth in OIO. They offer to help in any way and inquire about plans to replace the ill director."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Exciting Developments and Future Prospects at OIO: A Letter to Fred La Donar")