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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Architectural Drafting School for Indian People: A Vision for Prosperity
- Date:
- 1971-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Investigation into Indian Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-25
- Creator:
- Sockey, Emmitt
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from U.S. Senate to Mr. Virgil Queton Regarding His Inquiry to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-02-11
- Creator:
- Quetone, Virgil
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_077
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris and George W. Truka Regarding a Bureau of Indian Affairs Inquiry
- Date:
- 1971-02-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Funding for Ramah Navajo School
- Date:
- 1971-02-16
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Seneca Indians: Resources and Assistance from Senator Fred Harris
- Date:
- 1971-02-22
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Indian Health Service: Addressing Dental Care Needs and Prioritization
- Date:
- 1971-02-26
- Creator:
- Quetone, Virgil
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Building a Future: Rough Rock High School Plans for Success
- Date:
- 1971-02-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Correspondence with Harvard Medical School Regarding Native American Admissions and Minority Representation
- Date:
- 1971-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["A letter from A.R. Morrison regarding the misuse of Indian funds has been referred to the Congressional Liaison at the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration and a report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_023_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mr. Jordan Yackeski regarding an incident at the Ft. Sill Indian School involving employees Mr. Cookson and Mrs. Suminski. The Anadarko Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs addressed the issue and provided counseling to the employees involved. The Muskogee Area Office also received correspondence and requested action be taken on the matter. Mr. Yackeski's letter detailed the incident where Mr. Cookson acted rudely towards Mrs. Suminski in front of students, causing concern among the students about the behavior of school employees."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_014_thumbnail.jpg "Architectural Drafting School for Indian People: A Vision for Prosperity")
![["A letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mrs. Eddie J. Sockey thanking her for sending a newspaper clipping about Indian funds being probed. Senator Harris states that he will contact the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a report on the findings and will write to Mrs. Sockey again once he receives a reply."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_026_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Investigation into Indian Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris sent a letter to Mr. Virgil Quetone enclosing a copy of the reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding his recent inquiry. Senator Harris expressed hope that the information would be helpful and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_047_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from U.S. Senate to Mr. Virgil Queton Regarding His Inquiry to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, to George W. Truka, the Director of Special Education at Tulsa Public Schools. Harris is enclosing a copy of a reply from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs in response to Truka's recent inquiry. Harris offers further assistance and signs off with kind regards."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_077_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris and George W. Truka Regarding a Bureau of Indian Affairs Inquiry")
![["Beatrice Medicine, a professor of Anthropology at San Francisco State College, sent a petition to Senator Fred R. Harris on behalf of Sioux Indians in Wakpala, South Dakota, regarding the misuse of Title I and Johnson-O'Malley Funds designated for the education of their children. The petition was signed by 43 Sioux Indians despite harsh weather conditions, and they requested immediate action to retrieve misused funds and ensure that future funds are used properly to benefit their children."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_013_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Funding for Ramah Navajo School")
![["The document is thanking Senator Fred R. Harris for acting on a request to appropriate money for building a new school for the Ramah Navajo people. The writer expresses the need for a written commitment and updates on progress. Enclosed is a copy of a telegram sent to BIA officials in Albuquerque, indicating that work is ongoing but no written commitment has been received. The writer expresses skepticism but hopes for continued support from Senator Harris."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_011_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Seneca Indians: Resources and Assistance from Senator Fred Harris")
![["The letter from the Indian Health Service addresses concerns about dental care for Mr. Virgil Queton of Carnegie, Oklahoma. It explains that due to limited resources, dental services are prioritized for children and emergency cases. Mr. Queton's dental needs were not considered an emergency, so he was not able to receive services immediately. The letter assures that Mr. Queton can make arrangements for dental services in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_054_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Health Service: Addressing Dental Care Needs and Prioritization")
![["Mr. Schneller is interested in establishing an architectural drafting school for Indian people in Oklahoma. He seeks advice from Senator Harris on how to finance the school and whether the Indian community would be receptive to the idea. Senator Harris suggests contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs for financing and believes the idea would be well-received."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_012_thumbnail.jpg "Building a Future: Rough Rock High School Plans for Success")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris writes to Dr. Robert H. Ebert, Dean of Harvard Medical School, expressing concern about the shortage of Native American doctors and the need for more minority representation in the medical profession. Dr. Ebert responds, informing Senator Harris that four Native American applicants have been offered places at the school for the next year. He also discusses the Health Careers Summer Program, aimed at increasing the academic preparation of minority students to enhance their chances of admission to health-related professional schools. Financial support for the program is needed, and assistance from Senator Harris is welcomed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_012_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Correspondence with Harvard Medical School Regarding Native American Admissions and Minority Representation")