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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Request by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians for Amendments to the Occupational Education Act
- Date:
- 1971-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Ancestry Verification and Educational Assistance
- Date:
- 1971-11-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_065
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Response to Inquiry about Quincy Dean Sittingdown's Loan Obligations
- Date:
- 1971-12-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Ruby Frang's Request for Scholarship Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Support for the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon
- Date:
- 1971-12-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_002
- 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 Scholarship Opportunities for a Student of Indian Descent
- Date:
- 1971-12-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Correspondence Regarding The Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon Proposal
- Date:
- 1971-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Invoice from FUNK'S SEWER & DRAIN CO. and Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1971-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Haskell Indian Junior College 1971-1972 Catalogue: Serving the National Indian Community
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Catalog Information for Box 266, Folder 23: Indian Affairs (1972) Scholarships from Fred R. Harris Senatorial Papers
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians is urgently requesting that H.R. 7248, the Occupational Education Act, be amended to provide direct funding to Indian tribes for implementing in-school occupational education/career development programs. They argue that in its current form, Indian tribal councils are not recognized as legitimate governmental entities. The request is signed by Phillip Martin, Chairman of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians."]](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_018_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Request by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians for Amendments to the Occupational Education Act")
![["The letter is from Mrs. K. M. Bangs to Senator Fred R. Harris requesting help in getting educational assistance for her grandchildren. She is instructed to gather documents proving their Cherokee heritage and send them to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Mrs. Bangs explains that her grandson, John, and granddaughter, Paula, need financial assistance for their education. She also mentions medical expenses and financial struggles her family is facing. Mrs. Bangs asks Senator Harris for help in getting educational assistance for her grandchildren."]](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_003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Ancestry Verification and Educational Assistance")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris sent a letter to Mrs. L. D. Sherman enclosing a response from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding her inquiry about the loan obligations of Quincy Dean Sittingdown. Senator Harris 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_065_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Response to Inquiry about Quincy Dean Sittingdown's Loan Obligations")
![["Mrs. Ruby Frang wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris asking for assistance in obtaining a scholarship for her son. Senator Harris contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf, but it was determined that her son did not qualify for their assistance as he was less than one-fourth degree Indian. However, other sources of financial aid for American Indian students were provided to Mrs. Frang, and it was suggested that her family's financial situation may qualify them for assistance based on need. Senator Harris expressed his willingness to help further if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Ruby Frang's Request for Scholarship Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon, represented by Patrick Dion Melendy, thanks Senator Fred R. Harris for contacting the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare on their behalf. They are seeking funding for their program and appreciate the Senator's support. They ask to be informed of any news regarding their proposals."]](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_016_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Support for the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon")
![["Mr. and Mrs. Bried wrote to Senator Harris seeking help for their grandson Michael, who is of Indian descent and is pursuing a pre-medical course at the University of Oklahoma. They believe there was a mistake in registering his Indian blood and are seeking assistance in obtaining scholarships to finance his education. Senator Harris responded by providing information on Bureau of Indian Affairs scholarships and offering further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Scholarship Opportunities for a Student of Indian Descent")
![["The letter is a response to an inquiry about the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon. The Acting Chairman of the Center sent a general proposal of programs they are interested in pursuing, which was forwarded to the Bureau of Adult, Vocational, and Technical Education for review. The letter assures that the formal proposal will receive consideration from the Office of Education."]](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_011_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Correspondence Regarding The Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon Proposal")
![["The document includes a bill for services provided by Funk's Sewer & Drain Co. to Scott Pryse, paid by check for a kitchen sink installation. It also includes a memorandum from Fred R. Harris, a member of the U.S. Senate, enclosing a reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to a previous inquiry by Mr. Mahlon Marshall regarding Indian education. Harris offers 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_001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Invoice from FUNK'S SEWER & DRAIN CO. and Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["The document is a catalogue for Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence, Kansas for the academic year 1971-1972. It describes the college as a comprehensive institution serving the National Indian Community. The contact information for the college is provided."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_0000-Education,%20Indian%20Education,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_226_16_001_thumbnail.jpg "Haskell Indian Junior College 1971-1972 Catalogue: Serving the National Indian Community")
![["The folder contains materials related to Indian Affairs and scholarships from 1972. The documents include information on various VIPS and corporate names, as well as authors of the materials. The folder may also contain books, publications, reports, and speeches. Special comments indicate that the folder is part of the Fred R. Harris Senatorial Papers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_001_thumbnail.jpg "Catalog Information for Box 266, Folder 23: Indian Affairs (1972) Scholarships from Fred R. Harris Senatorial Papers")