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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Improving Living Conditions on Indian Reservations: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Investigation into Allegations of Confidentiality Breach in Mrs. Murdock's Individual Indian Money Account
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Report on Letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- 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_13_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Clarification of Industrial Development Negotiations with Amphenol Corporation
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0061
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Meeting Notes: Plant Design & Construction Proposal
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.)
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Report on Educational Assistance and Development Work with Indian Families in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Determination of Mrs. Roberta Dotson's Tribal Affiliation: A Collection of Letters from 1965-1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Grant Funding Announced for Anti-Poverty Program, Mental Health Training, and Road Surfacing in Norman, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The writer commends Senator Harris for his comments on American Indians and emphasizes the need for policies that prioritize the well-being and self-sufficiency of Indian people. They express concern about negative perceptions of Indian people and the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and highlight the success of many Indian individuals. The writer also mentions their work in natural resources and looks forward to working with Bill Carmack. They express a desire to have further discussions with Senator Harris on opportunities for Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Living Conditions on Indian Reservations: A Call to Action")
![["Mrs. Betty Murdock wrote to Fred R. Harris requesting assistance with her account at the Indian Agency in Anadarko. She expressed concerns about unauthorized information being shared about her account and requested action be taken. In response, Fred R. Harris assured Mrs. Murdock that he had contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a full report and would provide further information once available. Mrs. Murdock also mentioned a gas well on her property that pays a small dividend monthly, but she had not received the money she requested from her account since September 1965. She expressed frustration with the lack of communication from the agency and requested that Mr. Harris intervene on her behalf."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation into Allegations of Confidentiality Breach in Mrs. Murdock's Individual Indian Money Account")
![["The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, replied to Senator Harris's inquiry about Mrs. Marcell Freeman by stating that the Muskogee Area Office will be contacting her directly to address her difficulties. The Area Director, Mr. Virgil W. Harrington, will handle the case."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Report on Letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman regarding difficulties with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Harris has contacted the Bureau for more information and will follow up with Mrs. Freeman once he receives a report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["The document is from Mrs. Marcell Freeman to Fred R Harris, stating that she has not been notified of any changes in Indian affairs regarding damages to her property near Hebb City, Oklahoma. She is requesting help from Harris in resolving the situation. The document is also copied to Ed Edmundson and the Osage agency."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Inquiry from Senator Harris Regarding Mrs. Marcell Freeman")
![["Mr. Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mr. Joe W. Vallie thanking him for his Senate speech about American Indians. Harris appreciates the feedback and suggestions provided by Vallie."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Clarification of Industrial Development Negotiations with Amphenol Corporation")
![["The document contains a letter from GBP to W.W. Keeler, discussing the Chilocco Bill. The bill would give the Cherokee Nation title to a piece of extra-territorial land, and the Senate Sub-Committee Report of August 21, 1967 noted that the land is located many miles away from other lands of the Cherokee Nation. GBP informs Keeler that their delegation did a good job in convincing their colleagues of the merit of the bill, and that they are already working on steps for future use of the land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0061_thumbnail.jpg "Meeting Notes: Plant Design & Construction Proposal")
![["The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service has been working with Indian families for the past ten years, providing educational assistance to help improve their social, cultural, and economic conditions. The program aims to establish communication, encourage use of educational services, develop resources, involve leadership, improve family food supply, clothing, health, housing, and safety, promote family business management, agricultural production, and marketing, as well as engage in resource development and public affairs. 4-H club work is also a key focus of the program. The report highlights the challenges and successes of the Extension work with Indian families in Oklahoma."]](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_0039_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Report on Educational Assistance and Development Work with Indian Families in Oklahoma")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a request for assistance in determining the tribal affiliation of Mrs. Roberta Dotson, whose father was either Chickasaw or Choctaw Indian. The Bureau of Indian Affairs examined records but could not find information on Mrs. Dotson's father. Enrollment rolls for the tribes were closed in 1907, and no changes can be made. Senator Harris promised to stay in touch with Mrs. Dotson and provide updates on the matter."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Determination of Mrs. Roberta Dotson's Tribal Affiliation: A Collection of Letters from 1965-1966")
![["Several grants and contracts have been awarded to organizations in Norman, Oklahoma, including a program development grant to Cleeland County Community Action Foundation, an in-service training grant in mental health to Griffin Memorial Hospital, and a contract awarded to Ken Richardson, Inc. for surfacing a section of the Little Axe Road in Cleveland County."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Grant Funding Announced for Anti-Poverty Program, Mental Health Training, and Road Surfacing in Norman, Oklahoma")