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- Identifier:
- EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_03_18
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- March 18, 1965, S. 1564, the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
- Date:
- March 18, 1965
- Creator:
- Mansfield, Mike, 1903-2001
- Policy Area:
- Crime and Law Enforcement, Law, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Social Welfare, Congress, Government Operations and Politics
- Names:
- Mansfield, Mike, 1903-2001
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_03_22
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- March 22, 1965, Library of Congress Legislative Reference Service: The Literacy Test as a Qualification for Voting in the United States.
- Date:
- March 22, 1965
- Creator:
- Doyle, Vincent A., 1970-
- Policy Area:
- Government Operations and Politics, Crime and Law Enforcement, Law, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Social Welfare
- Names:
- Doyle, Vincent A., 1970-
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- EMD_Working_Papers-f266-undated_1965_04
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- April 1965, Notes on Section 10 of S. 1564, the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
- Date:
- April 1965
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Government Operations and Politics, Law, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Social Welfare, Congress
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_14_0000_1_57
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Street Map of Lawton, Oklahoma and Pictorial Map of Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge
- Date:
- 1965-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- StreetsMaps
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_04_05
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- April 5, 1965, Amendment to S. 1564, a Bill to enforce the 15th Amendment.
- Date:
- April 5, 1965
- Creator:
- Kennedy, Robert F., 1925-1968
- Policy Area:
- Congress, Law, Social Welfare, Government Operations and Politics, Education, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Kennedy, Robert F., 1925-1968
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Crime and Law Enforcement
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Crime and Law Enforcement, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_04_20-2
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- April 20, 1965, Library of Congress Legislative Reference Service- a Brief Comment on the Constitutional Issues Raised by the Literacy Test and Poll Tax Prohibitions of H.R. 6400, and S.1564.
- Date:
- April 20, 1965
- Creator:
- Doyle, Vincent A., 1970-
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Social Welfare, Congress, Law, Government Operations and Politics
- Names:
- Doyle, Vincent A., 1970-
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["S. 1564, The Voting Rights Act Of 1965 As Introduced In The Senate. The Voting Rights Act Of 1965 Deals Exclusively With The 15th Amendment And Giving Power To The U.S. District Courts To Try Cases In Which Voting Rights Are Violated."]](/thumb/EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_03_18.jpg "March 18, 1965, S. 1564, the Voting Rights Act of 1965.")
![["This Document Provides A History Of Literacy Test, Which Made It Nearly Impossible For Irish And African American Citizens To Vote. It Also Lists Pros And Cons Of Literacy Tests And Lists Which States Had Them. It Includes A Section For \"the Denial Of Equal Educational Opportunities\" Which Would Cause Citizens To Be Unable To Pass A Literacy Test."]](/thumb/EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_03_22.jpg "March 22, 1965, Library of Congress Legislative Reference Service: The Literacy Test as a Qualification for Voting in the United States.")
![["Notes On Section 10 Of The Voting Rights Act Of 1965 Before It Became Law. These Notes Explain What Section 10 Is."]](/thumb/EMD_Working_Papers-f266-undated_1965_04.jpg "April 1965, Notes on Section 10 of S. 1564, the Voting Rights Act of 1965.")
![["This document features a double-sided map with a road map of the City of Lawton on one side and a pictorial map of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and Fort Sill on the other. The City of Lawton map includes annotations and inscriptions marking Carl Stephens's land and the surrounding area under development. The verso is stamped by the Bureau of Indian Affairs with the date November 23, 1965, and the number 5807. The map is a planimetric gel lithograph in color, measuring 19 7/8 by 25 7/8 inches, and includes inscriptions and annotations in red pen and pencil on the recto, with a blue stamp on the verso."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968%2FMaps,%201928-1967-CAC_CC_038_14_0000_0000_0000%2FCAC_CC_038_14_0000_1_57.pdf "Street Map of Lawton, Oklahoma and Pictorial Map of Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge")
![["Amendment To S. 1564, A Bill To Enforce The 15th Amendment, Stating That No Person Should Be Denied The Right To Vote Due To Illiteracy Or Inability To Speak English."]](/thumb/EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_04_05.jpg "April 5, 1965, Amendment to S. 1564, a Bill to enforce the 15th Amendment.")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs responded to a letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at the Fort Sill Indian School. They addressed concerns about employee performance, discipline, social activities, and allegations of misconduct. The staff at the school works diligently to address the special needs of Indian youth and provide counseling and support. The school has a strict policy against corporal punishment and aims to help students adjust to the school environment. The majority of the staff at the school are of Indian origin, and promotions are based on performance and experience. The school also provides summer programs for students and encourages teachers to improve their skills through workshops and educational leave."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0045_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School")
![["Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, received a letter from Miss Roxie Plumlee regarding concerns about discipline and administration at Fort Sill Indian School. Harris is looking into the matter and will provide more information in a future communication."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at Fort Sill Indian School is reviewed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The letter raised concerns about employee performance, student discipline, social activities, and misconduct. The Bureau addresses each issue, stating that the school administration is aware and handling the situations in accordance with policies. They emphasize the special needs of Indian youth enrolled in boarding schools and the importance of patience and understanding in addressing their problems. The Bureau also discusses disciplinary actions, promotion criteria for teachers, and summer programs for students. Overall, they defend the actions of the school staff and emphasize the efforts made to support students and maintain a positive school environment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["A letter from Royle Plumber to Leslie Towle, concerning the level of discipline at Ft. Sill school. Plumber asks for help in drafting a response to the letter, as Towle may already be familiar with the situations described."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Constitutional Issues Raised By The Prohibition Of Literacy Tests And Poll Tax Prohibitions Of H.R.6400 And S.1564. One Such Issue Is The 17th Amendment Which Gives The Right To The States To Determine Voter Qualifications"]](/thumb/EMD_Working_Papers-f266-1965_04_20-2.jpg "April 20, 1965, Library of Congress Legislative Reference Service- a Brief Comment on the Constitutional Issues Raised by the Literacy Test and Poll Tax Prohibitions of H.R. 6400, and S.1564.")