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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Efficient Delivery of HUD Programs to Native Americans: A Collaborative Effort
- Date:
- 1953-01-01
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 86th (1959-1961), 92nd (1971-1973), 87th (1961-1963), 84th (1955-1957), 89th (1965-1967), 83rd (1953-1955), 93rd (1973-1975), 88th (1963-1965), 85th (1957-1959), 94th (1975-1977), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Biographical Profile of Overton James
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-02-28
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Succession of Chickasaw Nation Governorship
- Date:
- 1963-03-04
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Shawnee Tribe
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-10-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution and Correspondence Regarding Compensation for Governor of Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1964-09-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000, James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["Senator Dewey Bartlett received a letter from Secretary Patricia Roberts Harris informing him of the selection of Mr. Irvin Santiago as the Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Senator Bartlett expressed his concern about the delivery of HUD programs to Native Americans and pledged his support to Mr. Santiago in improving the system. Secretary Harris explained the recruitment process and highlighted Mr. Santiago's qualifications and endorsements from Native American organizations. She expressed confidence in Mr. Santiago's ability to make a significant contribution to Indian and Alaska Native Programs and thanked Senator Bartlett for his support."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Efficient Delivery of HUD Programs to Native Americans: A Collaborative Effort")
![["The individual named Overton James has personal data such as age, address, education, and experience listed. He has a background in education, with degrees in sociology-economics and a masters degree. He has worked in various teaching and coaching positions in schools, as well as in sales and counseling roles. He also served in the United States Navy. He is affiliated with various organizations and holds elected positions within the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation and the Chickasaw Tribal Council. He has 5/8ths degree of Chickasaw Indian Blood."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0002.pdf "Biographical Profile of Overton James")
![["The text includes letters recommending individuals for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. The first letter is from Honorable Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, recommending Overton James for the position. The second letter is from The First National Bank & Trust Company of Muskogee recommending the Honorable E. B. Maytubby for the position. A third letter is a personal letter from Durant, Oklahoma, advocating for Paul W. C. Kinney to be considered for the position. The letters highlight the qualifications and support for each individual."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008.pdf "Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963")
![["The letter is from Wilcoxson recommending Overton James for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, following the passing of Floyd E. Maytubby. Wilcoxson highlights James' qualifications and leadership abilities, and expresses his gratitude for considering his recommendation. The letter is addressed to Senator Mike Monroney, who has the authority to make the appointment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0012.pdf "Correspondence Regarding the Succession of Chickasaw Nation Governorship")
![["In the letter dated October 21, 1963, J.D. Lewis declines the offer to serve as a member of the General Counsel of the Chickasaw Tribe, but offers his support in legislation affecting self-rule and restoring the capitol at Tishomingo. He expresses pride in Governor Overton James and offers to help with fundraising efforts for the restoration of the Museum. Lewis also reflects on the meaning of the word Tishomingo and urges action after waiting for a long time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033.pdf "Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963")
![["The document is a thank you letter from Carl Albert, a member of Congress from Oklahoma, to Mr. R. H. Kingsbury Jr. for sending him a copy of \"Frontier Times\" magazine containing an article about the Chickasaw Indian tribe. Albert expresses his gratitude for being named an honorary chief of the tribe and appreciates the article about their history."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution and Correspondence Regarding Compensation for Governor of Chickasaw Nation")