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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- America's Unstated Truth: The Worst Mistake the American Indians Ever Made
- Date:
- 1966-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1967 Correspondence from Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Mrs. LaDonna Harris
- Date:
- 1966-04-23
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Senator Harris' Column on American Indian Policy in The Saturday Evening Post
- Date:
- 1966-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding the Restoration of Funds for Agricultural Extension to WA Pe He Home Demonstration Club, 1966
- Date:
- 1966-04-26
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Provision for Care and Supervision of Indian Children in Canton
- Date:
- 1966-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Editorial Response to Senator Harris' Speech on American-Indian Policy
- Date:
- 1966-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Harvey E. West Regarding Indian Opportunities in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1966-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Mrs. Jack Howard on Indian Welfare
- Date:
- 1966-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Correspondence with VISTA Volunteer Ethel Stokesbury Regarding Navajo Reservation Work
- Date:
- 1966-04-27
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information and Support: Concho School Upgrades and Concerns
- Date:
- 1966-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The Absentee-Shawnee Housing Authority is breaking ground on a new development, and Americans for Indian Opportunity sends their congratulations. They regret not being able to attend the ceremony, but extend their greetings to all those who are."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0007_thumbnail.jpg "America's Unstated Truth: The Worst Mistake the American Indians Ever Made")
![["The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc. has sent materials to Mrs. LaDonna Harris explaining how their organization is set up and functions. The materials include a brochure, newsletters, and articles of incorporation and by-laws. The letter is signed by Iva Wilsey on behalf of the Director Paul V. Petty."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1967 Correspondence from Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Mrs. LaDonna Harris")
![["The letter is from Jim Monroe to Stewart Alsop, enclosing a Congressional Record clipping of Senator Harris' speech on American Indian policy and suggesting that Senator Harris write a Speaking Out column for the Saturday Evening Post on the subject. Monroe believes that Harris' knowledge of the problems and proposed solutions would be of interest to readers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Senator Harris' Column on American Indian Policy in The Saturday Evening Post")
![["The letter is addressing the restoration of funds for the Bureau of Indian Affairs extension contract with OSU that had been deleted in the Administration budget. The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Indian Affairs authorized the restoration of $100,000, and it is expected that equal or additional funds will be restored in the Senate Appropriations bill. Senator Fred R. Harris expresses his appreciation for the views of the WA Pe He Home Demonstration Club and states that he will continue to work for the Indian people of Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding the Restoration of Funds for Agricultural Extension to WA Pe He Home Demonstration Club, 1966")
![["The document, written by Buck Cook, Commissioner of the Department of Charities and Corrections in Oklahoma, addresses the deplorable conditions faced by Indians in Canton, Oklahoma. The town's jail is overcrowded with Indian alcoholics, leading to children running the streets day and night. The document requests an investigation and long-term program to address the situation, emphasizing the need for prevention of crime and delinquency."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Provision for Care and Supervision of Indian Children in Canton")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris expresses his appreciation for Mr. Schoenberg's letter and booklet outlining plans for an Indian Cultural Center at Gonzaga University. He has forwarded the information to the Executive Director of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity and enclosed a copy of a speech he made on behalf of the American Indian. Senator Harris expresses his admiration for Mr. Schoenberg's efforts and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Editorial Response to Senator Harris' Speech on American-Indian Policy")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris thanks Harvey E. West for his letter regarding the treatment of Indians. He has added West's name to the membership list of an organization for Indian opportunity and has sent him a brochure for more information. Senator Harris also offers his assistance in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Harvey E. West Regarding Indian Opportunities in Oklahoma")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris thanks Mrs. Jack Howard for her letter expressing interest in the welfare of Indians. He encloses a copy of his speech on the topic and includes her on the membership list of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, an organization led by his wife. Senator Harris encourages Mrs. Howard to reach out to him in the future and expresses gratitude for her interest."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Mrs. Jack Howard on Indian Welfare")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris responds to a letter from VISTA volunteer Ethel Stokesbury, expressing interest in her work on the Navajo reservation and offering assistance. He also mentions forwarding her letter to Senator Paul Fannin."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Correspondence with VISTA Volunteer Ethel Stokesbury Regarding Navajo Reservation Work")
![["Fred Harris enjoyed discussing Indian affairs with Ivy Coffey and is looking forward to her series of articles on the subject. Ivy Coffey appreciated the time spent with Fred and LaDonna Harris and looks forward to continuing work on Indian activities. Both parties expressed gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate on this important topic."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information and Support: Concho School Upgrades and Concerns")