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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding AIO Action Council Budget and Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Financial Support from the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association by the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support for AIO Action Council from Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Correspondence between LaDonna Harris and Hunter P. Wharton Regarding Support for the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence to Mr. J. C. Turner Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Teaching Positions in an Indian School
- Date:
- 1972-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Urging the Continuation of the Bilingual Education Project at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School
- Date:
- 1972-06-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Additional Funding for Advocacy and Representation of American Indians
- Date:
- 1972-06-19
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Resignation and Recommendations Letter from LaDonna Harris to Peterson Zah
- Date:
- 1972-06-20
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities for James G. Jackson in the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-06-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris to Mr. Joseph Maloney regarding a discussion about the AIO Action Council and lobbying on Indian affairs. Harris is requesting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget from Maloney's International Association. She also includes a copy of the budget and annual report of Americans for Indian Opportunity for reference. Harris urges Maloney to follow up on her letter with Mr. Lyons and to contact her promptly."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding AIO Action Council Budget and Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, representing the AIO Action Council, to Jesse M. Calhoun of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. The AIO Action Council advocates on Indian affairs and met with international unions to discuss legislative activities and budget needs. They support Indian self-improvement and lobby on issues affecting American Indians and organized labor. They are seeking financial support and assistance from the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association."]](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_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Financial Support from the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association by the AIO Action Council")
![["The letter is from Ladonna Harris to Joe Miller, discussing a recent luncheon meeting to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. Harris has enclosed a letter soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget from Miller's Association. She also includes a copy of the budget and annual report for Americans for Indian Opportunity. She asks Miller to follow up on the letter with Jesse M. Calhoun and to contact her or Margaret Gover 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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support for AIO Action Council from Marine Engineers Beneficial Association")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, is requesting financial support from the International Union of Operating Engineers for their work advocating for Indian affairs and related legislative issues. The AIO Action Council focuses on supporting Indian self-help and development programs, and believes that improving the economic and social status of American Indians will benefit the entire economy. They are seeking financial contributions to continue their advocacy work, particularly in the current session of Congress."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Correspondence between LaDonna Harris and Hunter P. Wharton Regarding Support for the AIO Action Council")
![["The letter is a follow-up to a luncheon where Jack Curran arranged a meeting with representatives of international unions to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. The letter includes a copy of a letter soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget, as well as the budget and annual report of Americans for Indian Opportunity. The recipient is asked to follow up with Mr. Wharton and contact the sender or Margaret Gover. The letter emphasizes the urgency of the situation for the Menominees and requests a prompt response."]](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_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence to Mr. J. C. Turner Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs")
![["Ms. Janet Greenawalt wrote to Senator Fred Harris expressing her interest in working on an Indian reservation or teaching at an Indian school. Senator Harris contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf to inquire about summer employment opportunities. The Bureau informed Senator Harris that preference is given to individuals with Indian ancestry for summer positions and provided information on how Ms. Greenawalt could apply for a teaching position. Senator Harris assured Ms. Greenawalt that he would keep her updated on any developments."]](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_002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Teaching Positions in an Indian School")
![["Oyate, Inc., a non-profit Indian-controlled state corporation, operated a successful bilingual education program at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School in South Dakota. Despite the program's success, there has been a delay in renewing the contract for the upcoming school year. The delay is due to tribal politics and the inadequacies of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' decision-making apparatus. The situation is further complicated by the actions of the local BIA Area Director. The Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards is advocating for the renewal of Oyate's contract and requesting immediate action to avoid further delays."]](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_006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Urging the Continuation of the Bilingual Education Project at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, expresses gratitude for the $5,000 grant received for the Menominee legislation. They are in need of additional funds to represent American Indians on various issues and are unable to receive tax-exempt funds. The organization lobbies on legislative issues, publishes a Legislative Alert, and wants to move into voter registration. Funds are urgently needed for travel expenses for American Indians to testify before Congressional committees. The focus is on restoring government services and tribal recognition for the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin. Harris expresses gratitude for past support and looks forward to continued collaboration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Additional Funding for Advocacy and Representation of American Indians")
![["LaDonna Harris, President of Americans for Indian Opportunity, is resigning as President of the Policy Council of the AIO Action Council due to a requirement by the Ford Foundation. She recommends that Bill Gover be chosen as Acting President and that the name of the AIO Action Council be changed to Native American Lobby. Harris expresses appreciation for the continued support and looks forward to working together."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Resignation and Recommendations Letter from LaDonna Harris to Peterson Zah")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding James G. Jackson's inquiry about a teaching position in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Deputy Commissioner explains that there are limited openings for teachers due to reduced turnover rates and the national job market conditions. Preference is given to individuals of one-fourth degree or more of Indian blood, but qualified non-Indians are also considered. Senator Fred R. Harris is asked to consider providing assistance to Jackson in finding a job. Another letter from Harris inquires about financial assistance for Indian law students at the American Indian Law Center."]](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_012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities for James G. Jackson in the Bureau of Indian Affairs")