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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Health Program in Oklahoma: Meetings and Recommendations
- Date:
- 1967-02-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seneca-Cayuga Tribe of Oklahoma, Tonkawa Tribe of Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Shawnee Nation, Kickapoo Tribe of Nation, Cherokee Nation, Kiowa Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Indian Tribe, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Potawatomi Tribe, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Ottawa Tribe, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Quapaw Nation, Seminole Nation, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Modoc Tribe
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Speeches, addresses, etc., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Indian James L. Gordon Named Chief of Area Financial Management Branch for Division of Indian Health Service
- Date:
- 1967-02-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Older people--Medical care--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John Spaan for Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office of Public Health Service Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-02-28
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advancing Cultural Standards: The Proposal for an Indian Medical School at Talihina
- Date:
- 1967-03-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Reconsideration of Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office
- Date:
- 1967-03-02
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John Spaan: Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-03-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Selection Process for Executive Officer in Indian Health Area Office at Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1967-03-10
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_39_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Against Proposed Transfer of Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1967-03-31
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Clarifying Eligibility for Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1967-04-04
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Students Visit Washington with Congressman Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1967-04-21
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The document is a letter from Honorable Carl Albert to Dr. E.S. Rabeau, commending him for scheduling meetings with various Indian groups in Oklahoma to improve health services. Albert expresses regret for not being able to attend the meetings and asks if his representative can attend. Rabeau's letter to Albert provides details of the scheduled meetings and invites Albert or his representative to participate. The purpose of the meetings is to obtain suggestions for improving health services and introduce the newly-appointed Indian Health Area Director, Dr. Jack Robertson. Rabeau also seeks Albert's input on the health program for Indians in the Oklahoma Area."]](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_63_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Health Program in Oklahoma: Meetings and Recommendations")
![["James L. Gordon, a Cherokee Indian, has been appointed as the new Chief of the Area Financial Management Branch for the Division of Indian Health. He has previous experience in financial management and has worked in various government agencies. He will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of several Indian Health Service Units in Oklahoma City. The agency currently has a budget of $8,500,000 and employs 750 people, many of whom are Native Americans."]](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_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Indian James L. Gordon Named Chief of Area Financial Management Branch for Division of Indian Health Service")
![["Several individuals, including Congressman Carl Albert and Joe Paul Hemphill, have written letters recommending John Spaan for the Executive Officer position in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. They emphasize Spaan's qualifications and support for the position. Congressman Albert has also forwarded these recommendations to Dr. E. S. Rabeau and other relevant authorities for consideration."]](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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for John Spaan for Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office of Public Health Service Division of Indian Health")
![["Mr. Folsom Scott proposed the establishment of a medical school at the Talihina Indian Hospital, but the Public Health Service determined it was not feasible due to complexity and cost. They suggested training opportunities for Indian people in health professions at established professional colleges. Congressman Carl Albert acknowledged Mr. Scott's ideas and also addressed his concerns regarding land acquisition in Haskell County for a bird and fowl habitat."]](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_63_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Advancing Cultural Standards: The Proposal for an Indian Medical School at Talihina")
![["The document informs Mr. Joe Paul Hemphill that the Executive Officer position in the Oklahoma City Area Office is being reconsidered and a vacancy announcement will be issued. The document also mentions that recommendations have been made for suitable candidates for the position."]](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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Reconsideration of Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office")
![["The document is a recommendation for John Spaan for the Executive Officer position in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. The document highlights Spaan's qualifications, experience, dedication, and positive attributes, and requests support for his candidacy. Additionally, the letter congratulates the recipient on his election as Secretary-Treasurer of the Oklahoma County Democratic Central Committee."]](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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for John Spaan: Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service Division of Indian Health")
![["The document is a response to a recommendation for Mr. John Spaan for the Executive Officer position in the Indian Health Area Office at Oklahoma City. The Division of Indian Health reissued a vacancy notice and assures proper consideration will be given to all qualified applicants. The goal is to fill the position with someone familiar with the needs of the Oklahoma Indian people and with a deep interest in the Indian health program. The document expresses appreciation for the interest in providing the best leadership for the Indian health program in the Oklahoma Area."]](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_63_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Selection Process for Executive Officer in Indian Health Area Office at Oklahoma City")
![["The document is a series of letters and resolutions regarding the proposed transfer of the Bureau of Indian Affairs from the Department of the Interior to the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma is requesting a public conference on the matter to ensure that Indian leaders have the opportunity to express their views. The Council believes that the Department of the Interior is better suited to manage Indian affairs and that any transfer should be done with the consent of the Indians. The documents are addressed to various government officials, including President Lyndon B. Johnson and Congressman Carl Albert, urging them to consider the Council's resolution."]](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_63_39_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Chief,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_39_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Against Proposed Transfer of Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document addresses lapses in communication regarding eligibility for health services for Native Americans. It clarifies that services are available to those of Indian descent and their non-Indian spouses, regardless of residency. Blood quantum is a factor for members of the Five Civilized Tribes. Income is no longer used to establish priority for services, and emergencies will always be prioritized. Only the Service Unit Director or their designee can deny services, and appeals can be made to the Indian Health Area Director. The document urges cooperation in spreading this information and offers support for further discussion on the topic."]](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_63_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Clarifying Eligibility for Indian Health Services")
![["Congressman Carl Albert, Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, hosted a group of Indian students from Oklahoma at the Capitol in Washington, D.C. The students, ranging in age from 12 to 18, were from boarding schools operated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. They were guests of Congressman Albert for lunch, attended a session of Congress, and toured the Capitol. The students were participating in a Youth Development Project sponsored by Southeastern State College, Durant. Staff members from SSC accompanied the group on the trip. Carole Konsure, a secretary in Albert's office, also joined the students for part of the day. The visit was covered by various local newspapers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0000-News%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_8_153_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Students Visit Washington with Congressman Carl Albert")
