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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Crime and Law Enforcement
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Crime and Law Enforcement, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- 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_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_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_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_851
- 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
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs responded to a letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at the Fort Sill Indian School. They addressed concerns about employee performance, discipline, social activities, and allegations of misconduct. The staff at the school works diligently to address the special needs of Indian youth and provide counseling and support. The school has a strict policy against corporal punishment and aims to help students adjust to the school environment. The majority of the staff at the school are of Indian origin, and promotions are based on performance and experience. The school also provides summer programs for students and encourages teachers to improve their skills through workshops and educational leave."]](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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School")
![["Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, received a letter from Miss Roxie Plumlee regarding concerns about discipline and administration at Fort Sill Indian School. Harris is looking into the matter and will provide more information in a future communication."]](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_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at Fort Sill Indian School is reviewed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The letter raised concerns about employee performance, student discipline, social activities, and misconduct. The Bureau addresses each issue, stating that the school administration is aware and handling the situations in accordance with policies. They emphasize the special needs of Indian youth enrolled in boarding schools and the importance of patience and understanding in addressing their problems. The Bureau also discusses disciplinary actions, promotion criteria for teachers, and summer programs for students. Overall, they defend the actions of the school staff and emphasize the efforts made to support students and maintain a positive school environment."]](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_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["A letter from Royle Plumber to Leslie Towle, concerning the level of discipline at Ft. Sill school. Plumber asks for help in drafting a response to the letter, as Towle may already be familiar with the situations described."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["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")
![["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 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")
![["The United States Senate released a memo in July 1967 detailing the performance of then-Sheriff Claude Johnson at the First Ladies' Brandeis Luncheon. According to the memo, Johnson was praised for his handling of the event and the ladies in attendance were very pleased with his work."]](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_851_thumbnail.jpg "Freshmen senators occupy adjoining seats on the back row of the Senate chamber")
![["The text is a series of letters between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the topic of American Indians and their rights. Mrs. Duer expresses her interest in assisting with Indian matters and highlights a remark made on television about Indians. Senator Harris acknowledges her letter, sends her a copy of a speech he made on American Indians, and adds her name to the membership list of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity. The letters also touch upon the discovery and exploration of the Americas by different cultures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966")