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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Nation's Water Rights and Power Facilities"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Kaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Regarding the Resolution of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1969"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Transcript from 1974 House Committee Meeting on Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Organizational Structure of the Department of Commonwealth Affairs"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Regarding Nettie Standing's Handbag Exhibition at the Southern Plains Indian Museum and Crafts Center"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Standing Bear, Nettie
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, KApache Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "1971 Congressional Bill for the Disposition of Funds to the Yankton Sioux Tribe"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Bill Authorizing Acquisition of Village Site for the Payson Band of Yavapai-Apache Indians: A Congressional Record"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "1971 Bill Granting Certain Federally Owned Land in Trust for the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- O'Konski, Alvin E., 1904-1987
- Names:
- Chippewa Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Analysis of H. R. 8381: Land Acquisition, Sale, and Exchange Policies for Kalispel Indian Reservation"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Land Consolidation and Economic Development Bill for the Kalispel Indian Reservation"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces, United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971)
![["The letter is discussing water rights owned by American Indian Tribes, specifically the Cherokees, and the potential threat to these rights posed by the Grand River Dam Authority's plan to purchase power facilities on the Arkansas River. The letter requests advice and assistance from attorney Bill Veeter, who has expertise in water rights, in order to safeguard the Cherokees' ownership of these rights. The letter also mentions the United States' obligation to protect and develop property rights for the tribes, as well as the need for further discussions and information on the Eagle River Case from Colorado."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Nation's Water Rights and Power Facilities\"")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes sent a resolution to the Secretary of the Interior and the Commissioner of Indian Affairs requesting that all principal officers be continued in office regardless of political affiliation, until tribal elections can be held. They also requested that the Secretary refrain from using Indian tribes for political purposes. The resolution was adopted on October 10, 1969 at a session held at Southwestern State College in Weatherford, Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0007_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Regarding the Resolution of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1969\"")
![["The document discusses the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, which aims to promote maximum Indian participation in government and education, and provide assistance to upgrade Indian education. It emphasizes the importance of self-determination, educational opportunities, and parental/community control in improving the well-being of Indian communities. The Act allows for contracts between the Secretary of the Interior and Indian tribes to plan, conduct, and administer programs for the benefit of Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0018_thumbnail.jpg "\"Transcript from 1974 House Committee Meeting on Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act\"")
![["The Department of Commonwealth Affairs is organized into various departments and centers for plans and development. It includes positions such as Secretary, Deputy Secretary, Executive Secretary, Admin, Public Counsel, Information, Under Secretary, Continental Affairs, -Continental Affairs, Deputy Under Secretary, Assistant Secretary, Center for Plans and Development, Regional, Technical, Legal Services Coordinator, and more. The Secretary is also the Chairman of the Continental Interdepartmental Group and the Extra-Continental Interdepartmental Group."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0021_thumbnail.jpg "\"Organizational Structure of the Department of Commonwealth Affairs\"")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Happy Camp thanking the Indian Arts & Crafts Board for sending information about a special exhibition of handbags by Nettie Standing at the Southern Plains Indian Museum and Crafts Center. The letter includes information about Nettie Standing's background and her work, as well as details about the handbags on display. It also mentions the Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Cooperative, which is an Indian-owned business that showcases and sells handmade crafts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0024_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Regarding Nettie Standing's Handbag Exhibition at the Southern Plains Indian Museum and Crafts Center\"")
![["The document outlines a bill introduced in the House of Representatives to provide for the disposition of funds to pay a judgment in favor of the Yankton Sioux Tribe in an Indian Claims Commission docket. It specifies that funds will be distributed per capita to eligible individuals, with certain provisions for minors and schoolchildren. It also states that the distributed funds will not be subject to federal or state income tax, and outlines regulations for the Secretary of the Interior to carry out the provisions of the Act. The bill was favorably reported by the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs with amendments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0003_thumbnail.jpg "\"1971 Congressional Bill for the Disposition of Funds to the Yankton Sioux Tribe\"")
![["The document discusses a bill introduced in the House of Representatives to authorize the acquisition of a village site for the Payson Band of Yavapai-Apache Indians. The site, not to exceed 85 acres, will be selected in the Tonto National Forest in Arizona. The bill also authorizes the recognition of the tribe as a tribe of Indians and the appropriation of funds for the acquisition of the land. The Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs recommended the bill with amendments, including conveying the land to a membership corporation composed of band members and reserving mineral rights to the United States. The purpose of the bill is to relocate the Indians to a more suitable site from their current unsanitary living conditions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Bill Authorizing Acquisition of Village Site for the Payson Band of Yavapai-Apache Indians: A Congressional Record\"")
![["The bill H.R. 2185, introduced by Mr. O'KONSKI in January 1971, declares that certain federally owned land in Wisconsin is held in trust for the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. The bill grants the Band ownership of the land, subject to existing rights-of-way and the continued use of a fire observation tower by the State of Wisconsin for fire protection purposes. The Indian Claims Commission is directed to determine how the value of the land conveyed by the bill should be set off against any claims against the United States."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0004_thumbnail.jpg "\"1971 Bill Granting Certain Federally Owned Land in Trust for the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians\"")
![["H.R. 8381 authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to purchase, sell, and exchange lands within the Kalispel Indian Reservation on behalf of the Kalispel Indian Community. The bill outlines procedures for land sales, acquisitions, and exchanges, as well as requirements for approval by the tribe and the Secretary of the Interior. It also allows for the mortgaging of tribal land and permits 99-year leases. The bill aims to consolidate land ownership within the tribe and address issues related to Indian heirship."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0006_thumbnail.jpg "\"Analysis of H. R. 8381: Land Acquisition, Sale, and Exchange Policies for Kalispel Indian Reservation\"")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 1971, authorizing the purchase, sale, and exchange of certain lands on the Kalispel Indian Reservation in Washington. The purpose is to consolidate land ownership within the reservation, address issues of Indian heirship, and facilitate economic land use. The Secretary of the Interior is given authority to carry out these actions, subject to approval by the Kalispel Indian Community. Funds received from land sales are to be used for land consolidation purposes. The bill also allows for encumbrance of tribal land by mortgage or deed of trust, subject to foreclosure or sale according to Washington state laws."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0008_thumbnail.jpg "\"Land Consolidation and Economic Development Bill for the Kalispel Indian Reservation\"")