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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Renewal of National American Indian Housing Council Contract
- Date:
- 1977-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Title: Minority-Owned Contractors and 8(a) Certification Challenges in Engineering Industry
- Date:
- 1977-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Housing Needs of Low- and Moderate-Income Families: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1977-12-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Home Improvement Program Update: Correspondence with Senator Dewey Bartlett
- Date:
- 1978-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Improving Account Receivables: A Report on Delinquency and Reductions
- Date:
- 1978-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry Regarding Home Loans for Indians
- Date:
- 1978-03-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Assistance: Kiowa Housing Authority's Dire Conditions
- Date:
- 1978-04-06
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to National American Indian Housing Council's Quarterly Meeting
- Date:
- 1978-05-03
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Indian Tribes of Oklahoma Protest Allocation of CDBG Funds
- Date:
- 1978-05-24
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Tribal Leadership: Community Development Block Grants
- Date:
- 1978-05-24
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
![["Lyle H. Boren, a member of the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce in the United States Congress, informs Cecil E. Oakes, the Superintendent of Paden Public Schools in Oklahoma, that project No. 21358A has been approved by the President and is eligible for operation. Boren suggests contacting state authorities for construction and mentions a Federal allocation of $12,909. Boren expresses pleasure in assisting with the project and offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Renewal of National American Indian Housing Council Contract")
![["The document from the Works Progress Administration confirms that projects for the 4th Congressional District of Oklahoma have been approved for inclusion in the program. The State Works Progress Administrator will decide if and when these projects can be operated based on factors such as availability of funds and certified relief labor. The recipient is advised to contact the Oklahoma Works Progress Administrator for more information on specific projects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Minority-Owned Contractors and 8(a) Certification Challenges in Engineering Industry")
![["The writer is reaching out for help on behalf of a community that is struggling financially and lacks employment opportunities. They are requesting assistance with construction costs, as the community can only afford to pay a small percentage. They emphasize the importance of helping those who are not able to support themselves and express gratitude for any assistance. The writer also references the philosophy of Booker T. Washington and the importance of providing opportunities for education to children in the community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Housing Needs of Low- and Moderate-Income Families: A Call to Action")
![["The Works Progress Administration in Oklahoma has approved a project to make improvements to School District 37 in Okfuskee County, including constructing a cistern, auditorium, gymnasium, and remodeling existing school buildings. The project is sponsored by the Board of Education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Home Improvement Program Update: Correspondence with Senator Dewey Bartlett")
![["The document informs the recipient that the President has approved Work Projects Administration projects for the 4th Congressional District of Oklahoma. The projects are now eligible for operation at the discretion of the State Work Projects Administrator, depending on availability of funds and certified relief labor. The recipient is advised to contact the Oklahoma Work Projects Administrator for more information on specific projects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Account Receivables: A Report on Delinquency and Reductions")
![["The document from the Works Progress Administration informs Congressman Lyle H. Boren that projects in the 4th Congressional District of Oklahoma have been approved for inclusion in the program. The projects are now eligible for operation pending availability of funds and other considerations. The Congressman is advised to contact the Oklahoma Works Progress Administrator for more information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry Regarding Home Loans for Indians")
![["Lyle H. Boren, a member of the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce in the United States Congress, wrote to Mrs. Viola Griffith, County Superintendent in Okemah, Oklahoma, regarding a school construction project in School District #27. Boren informed Griffith that he had requested Washington identification for the project and would keep her updated on its progress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Assistance: Kiowa Housing Authority's Dire Conditions")
![["Approval was given for the construction of a school house on School District #6 property in Okfuskee County. The project includes demolishing an old school, salvaging materials, grading and landscaping grounds, and quarrying and shaping stone for use in the project. The School Board of District #6 is the sponsor of the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to National American Indian Housing Council's Quarterly Meeting")
![["The document is from Lyle H. Boren, a member of the Congress, responding to a letter about a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project for a new high school building in Peden, Oklahoma. Boren acknowledges the letter but requests more information to help locate the specific project. He assures that he will do his best to get approval for the project and will provide updates on the progress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Tribes of Oklahoma Protest Allocation of CDBG Funds")
![["The superintendent of Douglas High School in Clearview, Oklahoma, is writing to Congressman Lyle H. Boren to seek help in expanding the school building and program. The current facilities are inadequate and preventing the community from providing proper education and opportunities for their children. They are asking for assistance in securing funding for a gym and additional classrooms to improve the school and prevent students from seeking education elsewhere."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0000-Works%20Progress%20Administration%20(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_42_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Tribal Leadership: Community Development Block Grants")