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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Harris Regarding School Incident and Administration Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School, 1965
- Date:
- 1965-05-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Title: Issue with Missing Checks for Mable H. Sargent
- Date:
- 1965-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assistance Requested for Unpaid Rent Account
- Date:
- 1965-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Tax Claim: A Letter to Kye Yackeyonny from U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1965-05-24
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Discipline Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-05-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Correspondence Regarding Federal and State Tax Refunds for Individual Indians
- Date:
- 1965-05-27
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Senator Fred R. Harris and Kye Yackeyonny Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-06-15
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Case of Mrs. Helen Edge: Seeking a Patent for Land Allotment
- Date:
- 1965-06-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Renewal of Contract for Agricultural and Home Extension Services for Oklahoma State University and Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_367
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Freshmen senators occupy adjoining seats on the back row of the Senate chamber
- Date:
- 1965-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Rose Plumlee, an instructor at Fort Sill Indian School in Lawton, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris expressing concerns about the school administration's treatment of Indian students. She described a disciplinary incident involving a student and criticized the administration for not prioritizing the well-being and opportunities of the students. Plumlee also mentioned an article in the local newspaper that supported her views and expressed dismay at the lack of action being taken to address the issues at the school. She emphasized the importance of having an administration that is genuinely concerned about the welfare of the students."]](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_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Harris Regarding School Incident and Administration Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School, 1965")
![["The document is a response to a complaint from Mr. Ernest L. Upton regarding difficulties collecting delinquent rental from Mrs. Mable Sargeant. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains that they are not responsible for debts incurred by an Indian unless authorized, and that the checks in question were not issued by them. Mrs. Sargeant only receives limited trust income and is considered competent to manage her finances. The Bureau encourages Indians to avoid incurring debts they cannot pay, and suggests that Mr. Upton work directly with Mrs. Sargeant to settle the account."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Issue with Missing Checks for Mable H. Sargent")
![["Mrs. Gertrude Lefthand received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding inquiries about money received from a lawsuit for her grandchildren. The final decision regarding the money rests with the Surrogate Court of New York, and Mrs. Lefthand has the right to appear in court and provide reasons why a final decree should not be entered. Senator Harris expressed regret that he could not provide a more favorable reply at the time, but offered his assistance in the future."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance Requested for Unpaid Rent Account")
![["Kye Yackeyonny sent a letter to Fred R. Harris regarding a tax claim, and Harris has contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a report on the matter. Harris will write to Yackeyonny again once he receives the report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Tax Claim: A Letter to Kye Yackeyonny from U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["Miss Roxie Plumlee wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris about the level of discipline at Fort Sill Indian School. Harris contacted officials at the Bureau of Indian Affairs who expressed interest in the situation and recommended that Plumlee speak with the Area Director, Leslie Towle. Harris advised Plumlee to have a conversation with Towle and share his advice with him. He also mentioned that he would like to know the outcome of the conversation."]](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_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Discipline Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The letter is in response to a referral received from Senator Harris regarding a letter from Kye Yackeyonny and correspondence related to him. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has requested information from the Internal Revenue Service regarding the Federal income tax returns of individuals mentioned in the letters. They will update Senator Harris on any means of aid the Bureau can provide in helping individuals with their claims for tax refunds. The letter and enclosures are returned as requested."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Correspondence Regarding Federal and State Tax Refunds for Individual Indians")
![["Kye Yackeyonny sent a letter to Fred R. Harris providing additional information about his claim, which has been referred to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for further review. Fred R. Harris thanked Yackeyonny for the information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Fred R. Harris and Kye Yackeyonny Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["Helen Edge, a 53-year-old Caddo Indian woman from Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, is seeking a patent for her land allotment in order to secure a better future for herself and her children. She is currently struggling to make ends meet by working in a cafe, while her son is unable to hold a job due to a sunlight allergy. Despite her efforts, the Agency has denied her application for a patent and advised her to find a better job, which she finds challenging. Helen is requesting assistance from Senator Fred Harris to help her achieve her goal of obtaining a patent for her land and improving her financial situation."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Case of Mrs. Helen Edge: Seeking a Patent for Land Allotment")
![["The text discusses the renewal of a negotiated contract between the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Oklahoma State University Extension Service for agricultural and home Extension services for Indians in Oklahoma. The contract is for the fiscal year starting July 1, 1965, and is in the amount of $136,565.00. There are concerns about potential budget cuts affecting the program, and coordination with other individuals is suggested to address the issue."]](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_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Renewal of Contract for Agricultural and Home Extension Services for Oklahoma State University and Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Fred R. Harris and Shirley Chisholm pose for a photo George T Kruse, 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_367_thumbnail.jpg "Freshmen senators occupy adjoining seats on the back row of the Senate chamber")