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- 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_3_283_7_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna's Declined Invitation for Congressional and Military Coffee Meeting at Ford Myer
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Join the Congressional Wives Prayer Group for the 90th Congress, 1967-1968
- Date:
- 1967-01-13
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence
- Date:
- 1967-04-12
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Letter to LaDonna for a Speaking Engagement at Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club
- Date:
- 1967-05-16
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet
- Date:
- 1967-09-09
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Hopi Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity
- Date:
- 1967-12-29
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and Stanislaus County Community Action Commission
- Date:
- 1968-01-05
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Important Message Regarding a Meeting of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1968-03-12
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris
- Date:
- 1969-05-21
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["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")
![["LaDonna declined a call on 3/2 related to Congressional and military matters. There is a coffee event at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5th at Thwarters in Ford Myer and attendees are requested to RSVP."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna's Declined Invitation for Congressional and Military Coffee Meeting at Ford Myer")
![["The document is a letter inviting La Donna to join the Congressional Wives Prayer Group for the 90th Congress. The group meets twice a month for prayer and inspirational talks, and the annual dues are $1. The letter expresses hope that La Donna will join to gain inspiration and help make the country \"A Nation Under God.\""]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Join the Congressional Wives Prayer Group for the 90th Congress, 1967-1968")
![["Vivian McCullough invites LaDonna Harris to speak at a National League of American Pen Women luncheon, mentioning her previous speaking engagements and suggesting she dress in Indian attire. She also mentions doing public relations work for LaDonna's senator and includes a newspaper article about a recent event. Vivian reminisces about their past interactions and praises LaDonna's rise to national prominence."]](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_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence")
![["The author, Verna, invites LaDonna to be a speaker at the Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club. She mentions the need for more Democratic representation in Kay County and suggests LaDonna's speech could be about the work of the OIO, her South American trip, or the history of the Indians. Verna expresses gratitude for LaDonna's potential visit and even extends the invitation to LaDonna's husband."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Letter to LaDonna for a Speaking Engagement at Ponca City Business and Professional Women's Town Club")
![["LaDonna Harris expresses regret that she cannot attend the Sequoyah Circle event honoring American Indian traditions and heritage on October 22, 1967, due to prior commitments. However, she offers to assist in any way she can and extends kind regards. In a separate letter, Harvey R. Wells invites Mrs. La Donna Harris to attend the First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet at the California Institution for Men, as part of the efforts of the Sequoyah Circle to preserve American Indian culture. Wells hopes for a convergence of Indian leaders at the event and requests her presence."]](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_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, thanking Walter H. Richter, Director of the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity, for his cooperation and support. She expresses a desire to meet with the Regional Directors at a conference in May and appreciates the kind words about her husband. Richter responds by praising Harris's leadership and offering assistance from the Southwest Regional Office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and the Southwest Regional Office of Economic Opportunity")
![["Mrs. Jessie Smallwood, Executive Director of Stanislaus County Community Action Commission, received a letter from LaDonna Harris, Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, thanking her for offering services to the council. Harris outlined ways Smallwood could help foster relationships between women's organizations and community action agencies, encourage involvement of women's groups, and share success stories to counter negative press about anti-poverty efforts. Harris expressed gratitude for Smallwood's cooperation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Women's Advisory Council on Poverty and Stanislaus County Community Action Commission")
![["The document is a message to Norma to inform Charlie Swift that a wire has been sent regarding a meeting and to read a message from Ladonna Harris to the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty. The message expresses regret for not being able to attend the meeting due to a family emergency and emphasizes the importance of women's organizations in the fight against poverty."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Important Message Regarding a Meeting of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is a Comanche Indian known for her work in politics and advocacy for American Indians. She is active in mental health, welfare, and Indian affairs meetings, and is not interested in pursuing a political career of her own. She values her Indianness and believes it is a strength, and she and her husband work together to make a difference in Washington. Despite facing challenges and rejection due to her skin color, LaDonna remains dedicated to her work and her husband's political endeavors."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris")
