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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_18_21_0000_2033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Carl Albert seated at his desk and talking with Jim Robinson. September 1, 1966
- Date:
- 1966-09-01
- Creator:
- O'Neill, Dev
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to William Reynolds Poafpybitty Regarding Assistance with Employment, Education, and Housing
- Date:
- 1966-09-01
- Creator:
- Poafpybitty, William Reynolds, Sr., 1909-1971
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Seneca Indian Tribal Claims Report: A Response from Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1966-09-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0058
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Indian Hunting and Fishing Treaty: Response from United States Senate
- Date:
- 1966-09-12
- Creator:
- Tinker, Sylvester, 1903-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Response to Mrs. Woolworth's Inquiry about Mother's Land and Access to Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1966-09-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0062
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mrs. Martha R. Siegel
- Date:
- 1966-09-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Kickapoo Nation, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Quapaw Nation, Potawatomi Tribe, Sac and Fox Nation, Ponca Nation, Tonkawa Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Shawnee Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Mrs. Phoenix's Letter on Bunch Industrial Development Foundation
- Date:
- 1966-09-29
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Response to Inquiry on American Indian Economic Issues
- Date:
- 1966-10-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Mescalero Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Response to Supportive Letter Regarding Bunch Industrial Development Foundation
- Date:
- 1966-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Indian Loan Policies in 1966
- Date:
- 1966-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Black and white photograph print of Carl Albert seated at his desk and talking with Jim Robinson. September 1, 1966"]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Photographs,%201910-1998%20-%20CAC_CC_001_18_1_0000_0000/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_18_21_0000_2033_thumbnail.jpg "Carl Albert seated at his desk and talking with Jim Robinson. September 1, 1966")
![["The letter is from Fred R. Harris to William Reynolds Poafpybitty, offering assistance with finding employment, receiving a grant for education, and locating housing. Harris has forwarded the letter to the Executive Director of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, an organization that helps Oklahoma's Indians by integrating them into the state's economy and culture. Harris has also included information on OIO and guaranteed loans for college students. Harris encourages Poafpybitty to contact him for further assistance."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to William Reynolds Poafpybitty Regarding Assistance with Employment, Education, and Housing")
![["Mr. W.E. Duff wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, requesting information on the Seneca Indian Tribe claims. Harris responded, stating that he had contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for the information and would get back to Duff once he had it. Duff had also inquired about the attorneys handling the claims and the progress of the claims, expressing concern about the expiration of the Indian Claims Commission. Harris thanked Duff for his inquiry and promised to share any information with the Seneca Indians in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0053_thumbnail.jpg "The Seneca Indian Tribal Claims Report: A Response from Fred R. Harris")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is requesting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a treaty that allows Oklahoma Indians to fish without a license. He has been contacted by Mr. Sylvester Tinker of the Osage Tribal Council and wants to properly inform him on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0058_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Indian Hunting and Fishing Treaty: Response from United States Senate")
![["Mrs. Berdina J. Woolworth contacted Fred R. Harris regarding her mother's inability to borrow on or mortgage certain lands. Harris offered to check with the Division of Indian Health and the Bureau of Indian Affairs to determine her entitlement to health services, but requested more information such as her mother's full name, degree of Indian blood, and address. Harris expressed willingness to help and signed the letter with kind regards."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Response to Mrs. Woolworth's Inquiry about Mother's Land and Access to Indian Health Services")
![["The University of Oklahoma is seeking to establish an Institute of Indian Education to serve the Indian population in the United States. The population of Indians in Oklahoma is significant, making it an ideal location for the institute. Education for Indian youth is a priority, as there is a demand for more comprehensive courses of study. The institute would also address social and health issues faced by the Indian population. Oklahoma has a cooperative educational environment and a large Indian population that would benefit from the proposed institute."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0062_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mrs. Martha R. Siegel")
![["Mrs. C.R. Phoenix wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris expressing her support for the Bunch Industrial Development Foundation, which aims to eliminate poverty in Adair County. Senator Harris responded, thanking her for her support and promising to continue promoting the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Mrs. Phoenix's Letter on Bunch Industrial Development Foundation")
![["Manuel A. Ferran, a student at the University of Oklahoma, is seeking advice on potential topics for his PhD dissertation related to economic problems among American Indians. He reaches out to Senator Fred R. Harris for guidance and recommendations for sources of information. Senator Harris provides suggestions for contacts and research areas, encouraging Ferran to explore topics related to economic development and legal restraints affecting American Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Response to Inquiry on American Indian Economic Issues")
![["Mrs. R.O. Fraley wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris expressing support for the Bunch Industrial Development Foundation in Adair County, Oklahoma. Senator Harris responded, thanking her for her support and promising to continue promoting the project. Another individual, R.O. Fraley, also wrote to Senator Harris requesting his support for the same project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Response to Supportive Letter Regarding Bunch Industrial Development Foundation")
![["Mrs. Jimmie B. Glatfelter requested information about loans to Indians, specifically for small businesses and homes. The Bureau of Indian Affairs reported that the funds for loans are currently limited, pending legislation to increase the authorization. Loans are available for economic development purposes, with restrictions including applicants being at least one-quarter degree Indian blood and showing repayment capacity. Senator Fred R. Harris provided Mrs. Glatfelter with the information and encouraged her to keep in touch with the Area Director in Anadarko for updates on available funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Indian Loan Policies in 1966")