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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community
- Date:
- 1969-12-07
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0069
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Political Tides and Shifting Powers: The Johnson Brothers' Influence in Washington
- Date:
- 1969-12-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Indians, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Cataloging Information for Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on Indian Affairs and Legal Defense Education Fund (1970)
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Profile: Silvia Drew, NAACP Legal Defense Education Fund
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum on Legal Defense Education Fund Expenses and Case Handling Procedures for Syria
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Catalog Entry: Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on 1970 Indian Affairs Vocational Training
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Correspondence Between Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare and Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Helen Dee Smith's Employment with the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Archival Information: Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on Indian Affairs Education (1470)
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Programs for American Indians
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The letter from the Rocky Boy School Committee, Inc. to Senator Fred Harris outlines the struggles faced by the people of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation in setting up a new elementary school district. They detail the lack of representation in the current school system, poor academic performance of students, and lack of consultation in important decisions. The committee seeks Senator Harris' support in their efforts to establish their own school district, highlighting financial viability and potential challenges. They request letters of support from prominent officials to help ensure their petition is taken seriously by county officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community")
![["The document discusses the political activities and connections of the Johnson brothers, Lyndon and Sam, in Washington. It also mentions the role of various individuals, including Representative Manuel Lujan Jr., in opposing the payment of $100 daily to non-federal members of the Indian Council. The document also highlights the involvement of Marie Fehmer, Ladonna Harris, and John Criswell in political circles, as well as the shifting political currents involving Oklahomans in Washington. There is also mention of the National Council of Indian Opportunity and its funding by the House of Representatives."]](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_0069_thumbnail.jpg "Political Tides and Shifting Powers: The Johnson Brothers' Influence in Washington")
![["The document is a brief description of the contents of a folder in the Fred R. Harris Senatorial Papers related to Indian Affairs and Education in 1970. It includes references to the Indian Legal Defense & Education Fund. The folder may contain documents such as books, publications, reports, or speeches."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Legal%20Defense%20and%20Education%20Fund,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_001_thumbnail.jpg "Cataloging Information for Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on Indian Affairs and Legal Defense Education Fund (1970)")
![["Silvia Drew is affiliated with the Legal Defense Education Fund of the NAACP and has a case number of 212/JU 68397."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Legal%20Defense%20and%20Education%20Fund,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_002_thumbnail.jpg "Profile: Silvia Drew, NAACP Legal Defense Education Fund")
![["The Legal Defense Education Fund covers expenses such as filing fees and litigation costs for cases handled by cooperating attorneys at the district court level. Appeal cases are handled by senior staff members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Legal%20Defense%20and%20Education%20Fund,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_003_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum on Legal Defense Education Fund Expenses and Case Handling Procedures for Syria")
![["The document is a folder containing materials related to Indian Affairs and Vocational Training from 1970. It includes information on various VIPS and Corporate Names, as well as Authors of the documents. The folder may contain books, publications, reports, and speeches. Special comments on the contents of the folder include the code \"OU - 916.\""]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_001_thumbnail.jpg "Catalog Entry: Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on 1970 Indian Affairs Vocational Training")
![["A letter was sent to the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare regarding the number of Indians employed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and their functions and responsibilities. The Bureau is collecting the requested information and will provide it once assembled."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_005_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Correspondence Between Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare and Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a series of letters and communications regarding Mrs. Helen Dee Smith's desire to obtain employment with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Fred R. Harris is contacted by Mrs. Smith and her desire for a job is expressed due to financial and personal reasons. Senator Harris reaches out to the Bureau of Indian Affairs to inquire about potential job opportunities for Mrs. Smith."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Helen Dee Smith's Employment with the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document provides information about the Fred R. Harris Senatorial Papers, specifically focusing on Indian Affairs and Education. The folder contains documents related to VIPS and Corporate Names, with specific attention to authors. The folder is labeled as OU - 916."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_001_thumbnail.jpg "Archival Information: Senator Fred R. Harris' Papers on Indian Affairs Education (1470)")
![["The document is a series of letters from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris and Chairman Julia Butler Hansen regarding scholarship programs for American Indians. The letters provide information on the funding and benefits available under the Bureau's Scholarship Program, as well as the need for increased funding to support more students. The Bureau also discusses the disparity between benefits for vocational training and academic education under different programs and suggests equalizing funding for both. The letters include estimates of the number of students that could be served with adequate funding and request support for equal availability of funds for college students and vocational trainees. Additionally, information about a Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians at the University of New Mexico is enclosed for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_003_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Programs for American Indians")