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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Save Our Lake: A Plea to Congress from Concerned Citizens
- Date:
- 1974-09-28
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Nation Chief requests help for hospital funding, uncertain response.
- Date:
- 1977-03-18
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Ponca Tribe of Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter requests support for funding Native American health care needs.
- Date:
- 1977-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Families, Health
- Names:
- Mescalero Apache Tribe of the Mescalero Reservation, New Mexico, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Jones thanks Thompson for opposing Bellmon's proposal to defund Indian hospitals.
- Date:
- 1977-07-20
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seneca-Seneca-Cayuga Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Cherokee Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of Indian Jurisdiction in Oklahoma: A Call for Congressional Review
- Date:
- 1978-01-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Title: Response to Ms. McClain Regarding Lake Monitoring Situation
- Date:
- 1979-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to H.R. 5592: Protecting Osage Tribal Mineral Rights and Land
- Date:
- 1979-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Request for Advance Notice of Committee Hearings on S. 2407: Osage Tribe's Mineral Interest Acquisition
- Date:
- 1979-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Dissolution of House Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1979-02-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Potawatomi Tribe, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Dissolution of House Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1979-02-15
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
![["The author is concerned about the pollution and overgrowth of weeds in Meramec Lake and is asking Congressmen Jones for help in addressing the issue before it becomes unusable. They invite Jones to visit the area and see the extent of the problem for themselves."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_006_thumbnail.jpg "Save Our Lake: A Plea to Congress from Concerned Citizens")
![["The document is from Ross Swimmer, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, to Congressmen Risenhoover and Jones requesting their help in discussing the need for a replacement hospital in Tahlequah in closed hearings of the House on Indian Health Service appropriations. Swimmer mentions that planning money for the facility was deleted from the budget and asks for assistance in getting it included. He also mentions the possibility of funding through new local Public Works funding. Congressman Jones responds expressing his awareness of the need for modern medical facilities and willingness to cooperate with initiatives in the area. Congressman Risenhoover' s office is uncertain about having Mr. Swimmer testify."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000-Appropriations%20-%20Interior%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Care,%201977/thumbnails/Thumbnails/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Nation Chief requests help for hospital funding, uncertain response.")
![["The document is addressed to Honorable James R. Jones and is requesting support for funding for health care needs of Native American citizens in Tulsa, particularly prenatal and postnatal care, eye glasses, dental care, and general health care. The writer emphasizes the importance of full funding for V 94-437, the Indian Health legislation, for the benefit of Urban Indians nationally."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000-Appropriations%20-%20Interior%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Care,%201977/thumbnails/Thumbnails/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter requests support for funding Native American health care needs.")
![["A letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Mrs. Ellen Thompson thanking her for expressing her opposition to Senator Bellmon's proposal not to fund Indian hospitals. Jones acknowledges her concerns and states that the funds for the two Indian hospitals in Oklahoma were deleted from the Appropriations bill. He reassures her that he will do everything he can to alleviate any problems this may cause and emphasizes the importance of providing adequate health care for the Indian people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0000-Appropriations%20-%20Interior%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Care,%201977/thumbnails/Thumbnails/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_25_23_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Jones thanks Thompson for opposing Bellmon's proposal to defund Indian hospitals.")
![["The State of Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission is requesting assistance from Senator David Boren regarding jurisdictional issues over Indian Country within the Anadarko Area. They are seeking clarification on federal policies and commitments towards Indian tribes, particularly in relation to law enforcement jurisdiction. The Commission has taken action in response to concerns from the Indian community and is working towards establishing a Court of Indian Offenses. They are also appointing qualified law enforcement officers to work in cooperation with federal and local agencies to enhance law enforcement in rural Oklahoma. The Commission emphasizes the importance of government-to-government relationships with tribes and the need to support their powers of self-government."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of Indian Jurisdiction in Oklahoma: A Call for Congressional Review")
![["Ruthie received a letter from Ms. McClain expressing frustration that local law enforcement is not monitoring a situation. Ruthie plans to draft a response expressing her frustration as well and stating that she will visit the location on her next trip to Pawnee County to assess Carl Albert the situation and see if there is any way she can help. She will also send a copy of her response and Ms. McClain's letter to Jerry."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Response to Ms. McClain Regarding Lake Monitoring Situation")
![["The Osage Tribal Council is opposed to Bill H.R. 5592, which aims to establish the Tallgrass Carl Albert Prairie National Reserve, as it would take away valuable grazing land and mineral rights owned by the tribe. They argue that the land was purchased by the Osage Nation in fee simple title and should not be subject to the discretionary powers of the Secretary of the Interior. The tribe is requesting the opportunity to be heard in opposition to the bill and is asking for support from United States Senators and Congressmen to defeat it."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_0000%20-%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Tribe,%201980--JONES/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_005_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to H.R. 5592: Protecting Osage Tribal Mineral Rights and Land")
![["The Osage Tribal Council is requesting advance notice of committee hearings regarding a bill authorizing the Secretary of the Army to acquire mineral interests of the Osage Tribe of Indians. The Skiatook Lake and Candy Lake Projects are highlighted as areas of concern due to valuable oil and gas production. The potential impact on oil and gas production and royalties to the Osage Tribe is outlined in the statement."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_0000%20-%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Tribe,%201980--JONES/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_24_007_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Advance Notice of Committee Hearings on S. 2407: Osage Tribe's Mineral Interest Acquisition")
![["The National Tribal Chairmen's Association is protesting the dissolution of the House sub-committee on Indian Affairs and expressing disappointment that Indian people have lost a forum to address Carl Albert their problems. They are urging the Interior committee not to relinquish their responsibility to the Indian people and offering their assistance and information to enhance the lives of Indian people. The document was also sent to various members of the Interior and Insular Affairs Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0000%20-%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20-%20Native%20Americans%20-%20General,%201979-1980%20--%20JONES/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Dissolution of House Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")
![["Kenneth Black objects to the dissolution of the House Interior Committee's Subcommittee on Indian Affairs and Public Lands. James R. Jones shares his disappointment and assures that the Oklahoma Delegation will monitor the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0000%20-%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20-%20Native%20Americans%20-%20General,%201979-1980%20--%20JONES/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_22_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Dissolution of House Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")
