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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Request to Transfer Specific Sums to Native Americans, 1966
- Date:
- 1965-03-15
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Gratitude and Request for Expedited Tax Claims for Native American Constituents
- Date:
- 1965-03-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assisting Native American Families With Federal Income Tax Claims: A Historical Correspondence
- Date:
- 1965-03-15
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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:
- 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:
- CAC_CC_038_14_0000_4_159
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Salt River Reservation. General Land Use and Circulation Plan
- Date:
- 1965-04-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_14_0000_3_113
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Proposed National Wildlife Refuge, Kaw Reservoir, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The letter acknowledges and thanks Yackeyonny for his communication regarding specific sums of money for certain Indians. The sender, Fred R. Harris, has contacted the Anadarko Area Office to follow up on the matter. Additionally, the letter includes a request for information on Oklahoma tax payments for certain individuals and expresses frustration with the Bureau of Indian Affairs' negligence. The letter also mentions efforts to improve the status of Native Americans and hints at revealing more information in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Request to Transfer Specific Sums to Native Americans, 1966")
![["The letter expresses gratitude to Senator Fred Harris for helping the author and their family members obtain their federal income tax claims. The author had been trying to do so for two years and had encountered delays. Enclosed are copies of letters sent to various officials requesting expedited processing of the claims. The author also requests the exact amounts of Oklahoma tax paid by several individuals, including those who have passed away. The author believes the hold-up in processing the claims is at the Anadarko office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Gratitude and Request for Expedited Tax Claims for Native American Constituents")
![["The letter is from Ky Yackeyonny to Senator Fred Harris, thanking him for helping his family with their Federal Income Tax claims. He mentions the difficulties he faced in obtaining the necessary information and asks for assistance in expediting the claims. He also requests the exact amounts of Oklahoma Tax paid by various individuals and states that the Oklahoma Tax Commission provided him with figures to claim refunds for these individuals. The letter also includes details about the tax payments made by specific individuals for certain years."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Assisting Native American Families With Federal Income Tax Claims: A Historical Correspondence")
![["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")
![["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")
![["The document outlines a land use map for the Salt River Reservation, located east of Scottsdale and north of Mesa in Arizona. It includes an inscription indicating that the plan was approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Tribal Council on April 20, 1965. The map is a xerographic copy, measuring 8 1/2 by 11 inches."]](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_4_159.pdf "Salt River Reservation. General Land Use and Circulation Plan")
![["This document outlines a preliminary area plan for the Proposed National Wildlife Refuge near the Kaw Reservoir in Oklahoma. It includes a note, typed in black, stating: Preliminary - Subject to change. The refuge boundary will align with the lands acquired by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for project purposes. The area plan is presented in an orthographic projection, measuring 10 1/2 by 13 inches, and is labeled as Plate II."]](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_3_113.pdf "Proposed National Wildlife Refuge, Kaw Reservoir, Oklahoma")