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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Justice: The Story of Helen Edge, a Caddo Indian Woman in Fort Cobb
- Date:
- 1965-08-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_461
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Fred R. Harris riding a combine with Henry Jo VonTungel (operating the combine) and Dan VonTungel
- Date:
- 1965-09-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Regarding Walker Myers' Loan Application
- Date:
- 1965-10-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Between Department of the Interior and Senator Harris Regarding Loan Application of Walker Myers
- Date:
- 1965-10-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food, Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men
- Date:
- 1965-12-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.
- Date:
- 1965-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Foreign Visa Fees for United States Passport Holders
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Naturalization of Adopted Children: Requirements and Procedures
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Exendine: Collaborating on Technical Training for Indian Tanker Personnel
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is writing to Commissioner Buck Cook about the conditions in Canton regarding Indian children. He has received a report from the Acting Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs and is encouraged by the findings. Harris hopes that with the efforts of various agencies, improvements can be made for the children of those who have been jailed. He offers his assistance to Commissioner Cook in the future."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Justice: The Story of Helen Edge, a Caddo Indian Woman in Fort Cobb")
![["Portrait of Lady Bird Johnson S M Schoenborn, photographer"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/Fred%20Harris%20Photograph%20Series%201963-1974-CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_461_thumbnail.jpg "Fred R. Harris riding a combine with Henry Jo VonTungel (operating the combine) and Dan VonTungel")
![["The letter is in response to Senator Harris' inquiry about a loan application submitted by Myers for refinancing and farm operating expenses. The application was carefully reviewed, but it was determined that repayment would take too long and the necessary security was not available. Myers had also not complied with a grazing lease contract, further complicating the situation. The loan application was not approved, and Myers was advised to seek financing from his current creditors."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Regarding Walker Myers' Loan Application")
![["The letter is a response to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a loan application made by Walker Myers. The Bureau of Indian Affairs reviewed Myers' application for a loan for refinancing and farming operations, but determined that they could not approve it due to concerns about repayment within a reasonable timeframe. Myers' lack of real estate and previous issues with compliance also factored into the decision. The Bureau advised Myers to work with his current creditors to find alternative financing options."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Between Department of the Interior and Senator Harris Regarding Loan Application of Walker Myers")
![["The text is a series of letters between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the topic of American Indians and their rights. Mrs. Duer expresses her interest in assisting with Indian matters and highlights a remark made on television about Indians. Senator Harris acknowledges her letter, sends her a copy of a speech he made on American Indians, and adds her name to the membership list of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity. The letters also touch upon the discovery and exploration of the Americas by different cultures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966")
![["The text is a resolution from the Improved Order of Red Men expressing concern about various issues affecting Americanism, such as draft dodging, anti-government protests, Supreme Court decisions, tax burdens, and international tensions. The resolution calls for support for President Lyndon B. Johnson's actions in Vietnam, measures to combat draft dodging, and legislative changes to protect American liberties. It also urges for the government to address bureaucracy, government growth, taxpayer burdens, and foreign aid. The resolution concludes by stating that copies will be sent to the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and Cabinet members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men")
![["On December 22, 1965, the Bureau of Indian Affairs awarded a contract to Elliott Brothers, Inc. for road construction in Cotton County, Oklahoma. The contract is for grading, drainage, soil-asphalt stabilization, and surfacing on 4.498 miles of road. The contract is worth $79,978 and was awarded to a small business on December 21, 1965."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.")
![["This text outlines the process for naturalizing adopted children under certain circumstances, such as if the adoptive parent is a US citizen and the child was lawfully admitted to the US for permanent residence before the age of 16. It also mentions specific requirements for naturalization if the adoptive parent is in the Armed Forces or employed by certain organizations. Additionally, it notes that Harvard University is not automatically recognized as an American Institute of Research and provides instructions for proving recognition."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Foreign Visa Fees for United States Passport Holders")
![["Wall receives a letter from Exendine regarding technical training for Indians at Tanker. He is instructed to write to Ren Makee asking for cooperation from his personnel in identifying areas of greatest need."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Naturalization of Adopted Children: Requirements and Procedures")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a training program proposed by Lear Siegler, Inc., Service Corporation. The Bureau indicated interest in entering into a training agreement to train Indians. The Bureau does not receive funds from the Office of Economic Opportunity for these programs, but can assist in coordinating with them if needed. They appreciate the Senator's interest in developing training and employment opportunities for Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Exendine: Collaborating on Technical Training for Indian Tanker Personnel")