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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Bureau of Indian Affairs' Statement on Creek Indians' Judgment Funds Distribution: Correspondence to Sim L. Liles
- Date:
- 1966-12-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Alaska Indian Arts and Crafts Report
- Date:
- 1966-12-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Mrs. J. L. Driskell's Comments
- Date:
- 1966-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Bureau Funds and Allegations of Corruption
- Date:
- 1966-12-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- 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_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Response to Mrs. Boudinot's Inquiry about Unpaid Land Compensation
- Date:
- 1966-12-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The letter from Gary Dage, Legislative Assistant to Senator Fred R. Harris, informs Sim L. Liles that a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding his assistance to John Johnson is enclosed. It also states that if Senator Harris can be of further assistance in the future, Liles should not hesitate to ask. The letter also includes a news release from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the distribution of judgment funds to Creek Indians, clarifying that Congress has not yet authorized the preparation of a roll for distribution and warning against paying fees to join unofficial organizations claiming to prepare a roll. The Bureau will provide application forms for free once authorized."]](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_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Bureau of Indian Affairs' Statement on Creek Indians' Judgment Funds Distribution: Correspondence to Sim L. Liles")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from Heinmiller regarding the report on Indian Arts and Crafts Board and Alaska Indian arts. It states that Senator Harris will be informed of the letter upon his return and appreciates Heinmiller's views on 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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Alaska Indian Arts and Crafts Report")
![["The letter is from Gary Dage, a Legislative Assistant to Senator Fred R. Harris, to Mrs. J. L. Driskell in Omaha, Nebraska. Dage is enclosing a reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding specific Indian matters and Bureau policy that Mrs. Driskell had commented on. He mentions that Senator Harris is temporarily away from the office and offers assistance in the future if needed."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Mrs. J. L. Driskell's Comments")
![["The letter addressed to Senator Fred R. Harris on December 8, 1966, highlights the issue of the Indian Bureau acting as a collection agency for lawyers and grafters, specifically in the case of John Johnson. Johnson, who is disabled and in poor health, is being pressured by the Indian Bureau to pay an attorney's fees and debt without any legal attachment or garnishment. The letter also mentions a similar case in the United States District Court involving a larger sum of money, but emphasizes that Johnson is suffering due to lack of shelter, food, and medical care. The author calls for a federal grand jury investigation into the actions of the Indian Bureau and the lawyer, Ed R. LeForce, involved in the case."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Bureau Funds and Allegations of Corruption")
![["Mrs. Boudinot inquired about not receiving payment for land included in the Camp Gruber project. Senator Fred R. Harris enclosed a report from the Director of Real Estate, Department of the Army regarding the matter. He expressed regret for not being able to provide a more favorable reply and offered assistance in the future."]](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_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Response to Mrs. Boudinot's Inquiry about Unpaid Land Compensation")