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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris Letter on Support for Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon
- Date:
- 1971-12-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mr. Carroll C. Swan Regarding Indian Affairs and Education Funding
- Date:
- 1971-12-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_3_282_4_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Ms. Jane O'Grady Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- 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_266_23_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Francelia White Eagle's Education
- Date:
- 1972-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- American Revolution Bicentennial Commission: Nationwide Network of Bicentennial Parks and Other Initiatives
- Date:
- 1972-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- American Revolution Bicentennial Commission Bulletin: Updates on Bicentennial Park Plans, Disease Eradication Efforts, and Various State Activities
- Date:
- 1972-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Jerry Muskrat's Request for Financial Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe 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_3_282_4_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Correspondence from AIO Action Council to Retail Clerks International Regarding Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from LaDonna Harris to William Moody Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, thanks Patrick Dion Melendy for his letter regarding the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon and expresses support for the project. Harris mentions that he may not be able to contact all the names provided but will reach out to the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare to express interest in the project and hopes for positive results. Harris promises to keep Melendy updated on any news related to the proposal."]](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_012_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris Letter on Support for Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon")
![["The letter from Fred R. Harris to Carroll C. Swan informs him that the Bureau of Indian Affairs could not act favorably on his application at the present time, but expresses hope that funding will be available for his proposed educational program in the future. 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_060_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mr. Carroll C. Swan Regarding Indian Affairs and Education Funding")
![["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 from LaDonna Harris of the AIO Action Council to Jane O'Grady of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers, thanking her for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. Harris requests O'Grady to follow up on a letter to Mr. Potoski soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget. She also encloses a copy of the budget and annual report for reference. Time is short, especially for the Menominees, so prompt action is requested."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Ms. Jane O'Grady Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["Mrs. Grover Wilson received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding her foster daughter, Francelia White Eagle's education. The Bureau of Indian Affairs granted financial aid for her education at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. The Bureau initially did not cover out-of-state tuition costs but made an exception in this case. Mrs. Wilson was advised to contact Dr. Frank W. Martin if further assistance was needed. Senator Harris expressed his support and wished Francelia success in becoming a registered nurse."]](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_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Francelia White Eagle's Education")
![["The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission has approved a concept for a nationwide network of Bicentennial Parks to be built on federally donated land. The commission also passed a resolution to work towards eradicating sickle cell anemia by 1976. The commission is also working on hosting a National Bicentennial Conference and encouraging volunteer groups to form councils in communities. The goal is to create lasting heritage programs and involve every American in the Bicentennial celebration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Project,%20Bicentennial,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0004_thumbnail.jpg "American Revolution Bicentennial Commission: Nationwide Network of Bicentennial Parks and Other Initiatives")
![["The document discusses various updates and initiatives related to the American Bicentennial Revolution. This includes plans for Bicentennial Parks, recognition of the battle against Sickle Cell Anemia, Bicentennial events in Rhode Island and Florida, a model building contest in New Jersey, support from the American Legion, plans for the Liberty Bell during the bicentennial, historic designations in Savannah and Maryland, and the publication of a book on the military aspects of the American Revolution."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Project,%20Bicentennial,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0009_thumbnail.jpg "American Revolution Bicentennial Commission Bulletin: Updates on Bicentennial Park Plans, Disease Eradication Efforts, and Various State Activities")
![["Jerry Muskrat is a student in his last year of law training at Harvard Law School and has requested financial assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Bureau has declined to assume payment of his loan obligations but is currently funding him on a tuition and fees basis. Senator Fred Harris has expressed disappointment in the response from the Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and has requested a review of Muskrat's case. Muskrat has thanked Senator Harris for his efforts and is seeking further assistance in obtaining financial aid for his tuition expenses."]](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_010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Jerry Muskrat's Request for Financial Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a letter from Ladonna Harris of the AIO Action Council to James Huntley of the Retail Clerks International, thanking him for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. The letter requests Huntley to follow up with a letter to Mr. Housewright soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget. Enclosed are copies of the budget, annual report, and a letter to Mr. Housewright for Huntley's reference. Harris expresses gratitude for Huntley's interest and assistance and urges him to contact her or Margaret Gover soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Correspondence from AIO Action Council to Retail Clerks International Regarding Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["LaDonna Harris is writing to William Moody to thank him for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. She has enclosed a letter to Paul Hall soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget, along with a copy of the budget and annual report. She asks William to follow up with Mr. Hall and contact her as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from LaDonna Harris to William Moody Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs")