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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Improving the Well-being of Native Americans: A Response to Concerns
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Improving Living Conditions on Indian Reservations: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- A Journey of Perseverance: The Life of William Carey
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Investigation into Allegations of Confidentiality Breach in Mrs. Murdock's Individual Indian Money Account
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Report on Letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0061
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Meeting Notes: Plant Design & Construction Proposal
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.)
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Summary of Bureau of Indian Affairs Budget Cuts and its Impact on Indian Employment Opportunities
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Letter from Harold Heifetz to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Research for Indian Story
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Mrs. Russell C. Hutton is requesting the Bureau of Indian Affairs to provide better housing and living conditions for people on reservations. She suggests that non-Indians should visit the reservations to see the poor conditions and that funds should be allocated for prefabricated housing. Hutton also proposes vocational training programs for boys and girls on reservations to improve their skills and future prospects. She emphasizes the importance of investing in education and training for the youth on reservations."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Improving the Well-being of Native Americans: A Response to Concerns")
![["The writer commends Senator Harris for his comments on American Indians and emphasizes the need for policies that prioritize the well-being and self-sufficiency of Indian people. They express concern about negative perceptions of Indian people and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and highlight the success of many Indian individuals. The writer also mentions their work in natural resources and looks forward to working with Bill Carmack. They express a desire to have further discussions with Senator Harris on opportunities for Indians."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Living Conditions on Indian Reservations: A Call to Action")
![["The document is thanking Senator Harris for his support and discussing a proposal for a Small Business Development Center. It also addresses the issue of urban Indians being disconnected from mainstream society and proposes a dietary component to address their health needs. The document expresses gratitude towards Senator Harris and hopes for his continued success in his role as a United States Senator."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "A Journey of Perseverance: The Life of William Carey")
![["Mrs. Betty Murdock wrote to Fred R. Harris requesting assistance with her account at the Indian Agency in Anadarko. She expressed concerns about unauthorized information being shared about her account and requested action be taken. In response, Fred R. Harris assured Mrs. Murdock that he had contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a full report and would provide further information once available. Mrs. Murdock also mentioned a gas well on her property that pays a small dividend monthly, but she had not received the money she requested from her account since September 1965. She expressed frustration with the lack of communication from the agency and requested that Mr. Harris intervene on her behalf."]](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_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation into Allegations of Confidentiality Breach in Mrs. Murdock's Individual Indian Money Account")
![["The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, replied to Senator Harris's inquiry about Mrs. Marcell Freeman by stating that the Muskogee Area Office will be contacting her directly to address her difficulties. The Area Director, Mr. Virgil W. Harrington, will handle the case."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Report on Letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman regarding difficulties with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Harris has contacted the Bureau for more information and will follow up with Mrs. Freeman once he receives a report."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["The document is from Mrs. Marcell Freeman to Fred R Harris, stating that she has not been notified of any changes in Indian affairs regarding damages to her property near Hebb City, Oklahoma. She is requesting help from Harris in resolving the situation. The document is also copied to Ed Edmundson and the Osage agency."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["The document contains a letter from GBP to W.W. Keeler, discussing the Chilocco Bill. The bill would give the Cherokee Nation title to a piece of extra-territorial land, and the Senate Sub-Committee Report of August 21, 1967 noted that the land is located many miles away from other lands of the Cherokee Nation. GBP informs Keeler that their delegation did a good job in convincing their colleagues of the merit of the bill, and that they are already working on steps for future use of the land."]](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_0061_thumbnail.jpg "Meeting Notes: Plant Design & Construction Proposal")
![["The text discusses budget cuts in various areas, including a $40,000 cut in extension, a $36,000 cut in adult education, a $250,000 cut in road construction, and a reduction in Oklahoma Indian money from $16,500,000 to $14,000,000. There is also an increased national expenditure by $7,000,000, with a focus on construction. The text suggests that if there is a significant cut in construction, roads should be built for Indian employment, potentially creating 25-50 jobs with an additional $258,000."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Summary of Bureau of Indian Affairs Budget Cuts and its Impact on Indian Employment Opportunities")
![["Harold Heifetz, a writer, is seeking information from Senator Fred Harris about his experiences helping the Indian community. He is preparing a story about an Indian who becomes a lawyer and returns to the reservation to help his people, facing suspicion, obstacles, and problems before succeeding. He wants the story to end with hope and is seeking authentic sources to make the story as accurate as possible. He asks Senator Harris to share his own experiences with helping the Indians."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Letter from Harold Heifetz to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Research for Indian Story")