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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Testimony of Leslie H. Whitten, Jr. on the Broken Treaties Papers and the Native American Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-12-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Letter: Ray Feagin to Congressman John Camp, expressing concern about the situation at the Bureau of Indian Affairs building.
- Date:
- 1972-12-12
- Creator:
- Feagin, Ray
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Proposal for Funding: Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Evaluation Report of Institute of Southern Plains, Inc. and Recommendations for Future Success
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Youpee, William
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Enrollment Issues at Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Financial Struggles for Arizona Indian Schools
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Restoring Menominee Tribal Government: The First Step
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Legislation Supporting Indian-Controlled Community Colleges
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Youpee, William
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Advancing Indian Education: The Importance of Indian-Controlled Community Colleges
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Plan for the Transfer of Menominee Enterprises, Inc. Assets to the United States in Trust for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Bordeaux, Lionel R.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Leslie H. Whitten, Jr., an assistant to Jack Anderson, describes how they obtained and reported on documents related to broken treaties with Native American tribes. The Indians wanted the documents copied for educational purposes and to be returned to the government. Despite efforts to return the documents, Adams was arrested by the FBI, leading to questions about the government's motives and actions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Occupation%20of%20the%20BIA%20Building%20in%20Washington,%20D.C.%20Statements%20Before%20the%20Subcommittee,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Testimony of Leslie H. Whitten, Jr. on the Broken Treaties Papers and the Native American Affairs")
![["Abdnor calls for the arrest and prosecution of those occupying Wounded Knee in defiance of the law. He argues that this will only be accomplished by force, and that delay has only made the situation more explosive. He describes the lawlessness and destruction that has been taking place at Wounded Knee, and argues that it cannot be allowed to continue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Trail%20of%20Broken%20Treaties%20Caravan,%20Hearings,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Letter: Ray Feagin to Congressman John Camp, expressing concern about the situation at the Bureau of Indian Affairs building.")
![["The Chilocco Indian School Board of Education is requesting funds for updating and rebuilding their physical plant. They plan to remodel buildings to create student-centered facilities and productive areas for student training and recreation. They have collaborated with Westinghouse Learning Corporation to develop a plan based on student needs. The school is located on 5,000 acres of farm land and plans to upgrade the farm as part of their educational program. They are seeking support to continue educating young Indian students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Proposal for Funding: Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")
![["Phase II of the project 53081 involves the design and allocation of funds for hawkers. The Business Improvement Area (BIA) is involved in the process, with a budget of $500,000. Bellmon's office is handling identification bills. Mr. Carlson is meeting with Harsen's office regarding higs, etc. Mr. Fosdick is also involved in the project. Contact information for further communication is provided."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Evaluation Report of Institute of Southern Plains, Inc. and Recommendations for Future Success")
![["Happy Camp, a Member of Congress from the 6th District in Oklahoma, is requesting $290,000 for the renovation of a school. Additionally, $500,000 is being allocated for planning and design purposes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Enrollment Issues at Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")
![["The document is from a teacher at Chilocco Indian School expressing concerns about wastage of government funds and unauthorized use of government resources by employees. The teacher requests an investigation into the school's expenditure of funds and the actions of the superintendent. The teacher believes that proper oversight is needed to improve the situation at the school."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Financial Struggles for Arizona Indian Schools")
![["The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin is taking steps to restore their tribal government, which was terminated in 1961. This process includes nominating tribal candidates for the Menominee Restoration Committee and holding elections. Public Law 93-197, signed by President Nixon, supports the restoration of the Menominee Tribe to Federal status. The restoration committee will represent the tribe until a tribal governing body is elected, and their duties include drafting a tribal constitution and updating the membership roll."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Restoring Menominee Tribal Government: The First Step")
![["The document is a letter from B. Bob Stopp, President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, to Congressman John N. Happy Camp regarding a resolution passed by the Council during a special session in Washington, D.C. The resolution requests a supplemental appropriation to make up a deficit in funding for educational programs for the Muskogee Area Office. Stopp expresses appreciation for Camp's support and assistance in the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Legislation Supporting Indian-Controlled Community Colleges")
![["Reginald Hart wrote a letter to Congressman Happy Camp expressing concern about funding for Bureau of Indian Affairs schools. He emphasized the importance of these schools in providing education for American Indian students and urged for continued financial aid to ensure they can compete with the white man in society. Congressman Camp responded, assuring Hart that BIA schools will receive similar funding as the previous year, with a possibility of supplementary funds to cover inflation-related expenses."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Advancing Indian Education: The Importance of Indian-Controlled Community Colleges")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding concerns about a plan to eliminate Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Offices, particularly in Anadarko and Muskogee, Oklahoma. The Chamber of Commerce and tribal leaders express opposition to the plan, emphasizing the importance of local area offices and their ability to serve the specific needs of Indian people. There is discussion within the Department of the Interior about potentially removing BIA Area Directors, with concerns about the effectiveness of such a move. Overall, the letters highlight the importance of preserving local area offices and involving Indian voices in decision-making."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Plan for the Transfer of Menominee Enterprises, Inc. Assets to the United States in Trust for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin")