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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Chilocco Indian School Administration
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Proper Use of Education Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Building a Future: Progress Report on Rough Rock High School
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.)
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of Employee Conflict at Ft. Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Native American Scholarship Inquiry and Bloodline Verification
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Enrollment of Anastasia Stiles at Sequoyah High School
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Senator Harris Regarding Environmental Health Survey Report and Repairs at Kayenta Boarding School
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Need for a New School: Correspondence Regarding Ramah Navajo School
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Ladonna Harris Advocates for Continuation of Anti-Poverty Program in 1967 Testimony
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- African Americans, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0087
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document from Senator Fred Harris to the Director of the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System includes information and resources from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to assist in serving the needs of the Seneca Indians. The Bureau provided reading lists, addresses of sources for Indian books and materials, and information on a periodical focusing on Indian history and culture. The library director expressed interest in receiving reports or monographs on Indian education and culture to better serve the Senecas."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Chilocco Indian School Administration")
![["Senator Fred Harris received a progress report from Dillon Platero, Director of Rough Rock Demonstration School, about the plans for Rough Rock High School. The community is working on establishing a high school to maintain Indian direction of education from nursery school through junior college. The School Board has hired consultants in education and architecture to help with the planning process. The high school campus will be separate from the existing elementary school, and the community is requesting a $3 million appropriation from the federal government for the complete high school plant. The school facilities will be designed to accommodate 200 learners and will incorporate features that respect Navajo culture. Construction is planned to start in early 1972, with completion by 1973."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_015_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Proper Use of Education Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from the Mayor of Arkansas City, Kansas expressing concern about the Chilocco Indian School not being included in the Bureau of Indian Affairs' 1973 fiscal budget. The Bureau explained that they are conducting a study on off-reservation boarding schools, including Chilocco, to determine future funding and support for the program. Senator Harris promised to do all he can to help reinstate funding for the school."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_017_thumbnail.jpg "Building a Future: Progress Report on Rough Rock High School")
![["Ms. Theresa Kelley wrote a letter to Senator Fred Harris expressing her interest in teaching Indian children. Senator Harris contacted the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf and received a response stating that all teacher positions for the 1971-72 school year had been filled. The Bureau suggested contacting organizations doing volunteer work on reservations for teaching opportunities. Kelley had also applied to public schools near Indian reservations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_016_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of Employee Conflict at Ft. Sill Indian School")
![["Mrs. Victoria Tahbone is seeking scholarship grant assistance for her children, but the Bureau of Indian Affairs is requesting additional evidence of her Indian bloodline. They are unsure of her exact degree of Indian blood and are requesting more information to make a revised determination. The Bureau has also provided a booklet with information on sources of assistance for Indian students. Mrs. Tahbone expresses her frustration with the B.I.A. for refusing a college grant and feels that her children are being cheated out of their rightful percentage of Indian heritage. She is seeking help from Senator Fred R. Harris to resolve the situation."]](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_013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Native American Scholarship Inquiry and Bloodline Verification")
![["Daniel N. Stiles writes to Senator Fred Harris requesting assistance in enrolling his adopted Eskimo daughter, Anastasia, in Sequoyah High School. Anastasia had previously been denied admission by the Muskogee Area Office, citing her need for special education classes. Stiles believes this is unjust and seeks help in securing her enrollment. Senator Harris forwards the request to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, who ultimately enrolls Anastasia in the school. Stiles expresses gratitude for the assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Indian%20Schools,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Enrollment of Anastasia Stiles at Sequoyah High School")
![["The letter is in response to Senator Harris's inquiry about the Environmental Health Survey Report for Kayenta Boarding School in Arizona. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has corrected most recurring repair items and added larger issues to the backlog for future funding. They are working to address all deficiencies and prevent similar issues in the future. The delay in corrective action was attributed to the field office not receiving a copy of the report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Indian%20Schools,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_003_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Senator Harris Regarding Environmental Health Survey Report and Repairs at Kayenta Boarding School")
![["Hans-Peter Darczi, a student at the First Federal Science High School in Graz, completed his studies in 1957 and passed the Maturity Examination with distinction. He received high marks in subjects such as German, history, geography, and chemistry. He participated in various work groups and was declared mature for university attendance. The document is signed by Dr. Franz Thaler, the Chairman of the Examination Commission."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Need for a New School: Correspondence Regarding Ramah Navajo School")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, testified before a House committee in favor of continuing the anti-poverty program as a separate agency. She emphasized the importance of self-reliance and shared examples of beneficiaries in Oklahoma. LaDonna Harris received roses from the Office of Economic Opportunity director and praised the program for helping individuals acquire skills and become productive members of society. She also highlighted the need for steady jobs and education for success."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Ladonna Harris Advocates for Continuation of Anti-Poverty Program in 1967 Testimony")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, believes that the sudden popularity of Indian culture is beneficial for the Indian community despite society's historical degradation. She discusses her own experiences of feeling ashamed of her heritage and the need for unity among different tribes. Harris praises a school in Dallas for its work with children from various ethnic backgrounds and advocates for greater tolerance and understanding."]](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_0087_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971")