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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Five-year-old David is having a hard time remembering names of flowers
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 88th (1963-1965), 94th (1975-1977), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- AIO Folder - June 25
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families, Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Indian Tribe
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0089
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris: A Comanche Woman's Political Journey
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Native American Action: A Call for Indigenous Influence in Policy, Legislation, and Social Justice
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to a Fashion Show Honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees by The Bureau of Indian Affairs and The Sequoyah Weaver's Association
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0076
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Pre-Christmas Auction and Round Dance at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Auditorium
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0056
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity Organization
- Date:
- 1967-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Regional Council Election Ballot for Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.
- Date:
- 1967-04-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Mescalero Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0057
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Decline and Symposium Agenda for The Society for Applied Anthropology's 26th Annual Meeting
- Date:
- 1967-04-19
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Ojibwa Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity: A Talk with LaDonna Harris
- Date:
- 1967-07-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Indian Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Education
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The writer has a picture of Harris and Tony from their first Labby's brunch, and they would like a copy of it from the magazine."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Five-year-old David is having a hard time remembering names of flowers")
![["In the letter, LaDonna Harris expresses her concern that Indian students in Lawton, Oklahoma are being denied schooling because of their long hair. She argues that this is an outdated way of thinking, and that Indian students should be encouraged to wear their hair in a way that is meaningful to them. Harris also suggests that the school system should do more to promote an understanding and pride in the contribution that American Indians have made to the community."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "AIO Folder - June 25")
![["The document discusses LaDonna Harris, a Comanche woman who is involved in politics and advocacy for American Indians. She grew up in poverty but married a U.S. senator and became active in promoting Indian opportunities and education. LaDonna is described as organized, humorous, and dedicated to her cause. She has faced discrimination and challenges but remains resilient in her efforts to support the Indian community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0089_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris: A Comanche Woman's Political Journey")
![["The document discusses the need for Native American input in legislation and regulations that affect their lives, as they are currently the most deprived and powerless group in the United States. It highlights the historical influences on Indian policy, such as economic interests, organized religion, and government agencies. The document introduces Native American Action, a lobbying organization formed to provide expert witnesses on Indian legislation, research upcoming legislation, and serve as a political voice for Indian organizations. The organization aims to have a full-time lobbyist-director to directly contact legislators and advocate for Native American interests."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Action: A Call for Indigenous Influence in Policy, Legislation, and Social Justice")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Sequoyah Weaver's Association are hosting a fashion show honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees on January 12, 1967 at Northeastern State College Auditorium in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. There will be a reception following the event in the Practical Arts Building."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to a Fashion Show Honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees by The Bureau of Indian Affairs and The Sequoyah Weaver's Association")
![["The Cultural Foundation is hosting a pre-Christmas auction and round dance at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Auditorium in Washington, D.C. on December 1st. Members and non-members are welcome to attend for a fun evening of entertainment, dancing, and food. Donations for the auction are welcomed and new memberships are available. Contact Mario L. Picciotti or Avery Lewis for more information."]](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_0076_thumbnail.jpg "Pre-Christmas Auction and Round Dance at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Auditorium")
![["LaDonna Harris expresses gratitude for the kind words and support from Howard Walkingstick and declines an invitation to speak at a meeting due to scheduling conflicts and expenses. Howard Walkingstick shares information about Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity and encourages Miss Laura Dester to join the organization. He also praises the work of the organization and its director, Mrs. Iola Taylor."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0056_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity Organization")
![["The document provides information about the election of Regional Council Members for the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc. A total of seven council members are to be elected, with nominees listed by position, state, category, name, and address. The document also includes information about Corporate Members and their categories. Ballots must be returned by a specific date and must be postmarked by a certain deadline to be counted."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Regional Council Election Ballot for Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory, Inc.")
![["LaDonna Harris expresses regret for not being able to attend a symposium on Indian education due to prior commitments. She extends her apologies and expresses interest in future discussion groups. The document also includes details about the 26th Annual Meeting of The Society for Applied Anthropology, including the schedule of events and speakers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0057_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Decline and Symposium Agenda for The Society for Applied Anthropology's 26th Annual Meeting")
![["The document contains a series of anecdotes about people struggling with technology. In the first story, a young boy is scolded by his mother for touching his aunt's snapdragons. In the second story, a guest speaker at a university is criticized for his lies. In the third story, a child is warned by his father not to hold a lighted firecracker in his hand. In the fourth story, city officials are inspecting a swimming pool and comment on the sun shades. In the fifth story, a woman praises her friend for originating a program. In the sixth story, a man is struggling with his typewriter ribbon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity: A Talk with LaDonna Harris")
