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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Title: Update on Fort Sill Indian School Situation
- Date:
- 1971-01-07
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution on Section 235 Housing Loans for Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1971-01-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Sponsorship Programs for Indian Children
- Date:
- 1971-01-10
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Architectural Drafting School for Indian People: A Vision for Prosperity
- Date:
- 1971-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Delayed Indian Housing Project in Mill Creek: A Call for Expedited Action
- Date:
- 1971-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Investigation into Indian Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-25
- Creator:
- Sockey, Emmitt
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from U.S. Senate to Mr. Virgil Queton Regarding His Inquiry to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-02-11
- Creator:
- Quetone, Virgil
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_077
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris and George W. Truka Regarding a Bureau of Indian Affairs Inquiry
- Date:
- 1971-02-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Funding for Ramah Navajo School
- Date:
- 1971-02-16
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document is from Senator Fred Harris' administrative assistant, Jim Monroe, responding to a letter from the Half Moon Staff at Riverdale Junior High School who wanted to donate $135 from a cake sale to a school on an Indian reservation. The Americans For Indian Opportunity recommended the donation be sent to the Rough Rock Demonstration School on a Navaho Indian Reservation. The document assures that Senator Harris will read the letter upon his return. Another letter enclosed in The document is from the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, responding to a program review conducted at Fort Sill Indian School in Lawton, Oklahoma, and informing that some alterations are in order. Senator Harris also sent a letter to Tom Howery, a teacher at Fort Sill School, thanking him for his support and assuring that any action taken will be in the best interests of the education program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Update on Fort Sill Indian School Situation")
![["The document discusses the progress and delays in the Oklahoma 47-4 project for HUD Indian housing in Chickasaw areas of Byng, Allen, and Stonewall. There are issues with paperwork being sent to Washington for final processing, but steps are being taken to resolve them. The projects are at different stages of completion, with Byng almost finished and ready to be rented out. The Chickasaw Housing Authority wants to purchase the complexes. There are also discussions about a sewer problem and the need for additional paperwork to be sent to Washington."]](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_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution on Section 235 Housing Loans for Five Civilized Tribes")
![["Mr. Paul H. Johnson reached out to Page Belcher, a member of Congress, regarding an ad in National Parks Magazine for sponsoring Indian children. Belcher contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the National Park Service to gather information on the program. The Bureau of Indian Affairs recommended contacting the State Social Services Administration in Maryland for further information. Belcher provided Johnson with updates and assistance throughout the process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Sponsorship Programs for Indian Children")
![["A letter from A.R. Morrison regarding the misuse of Indian funds has been referred to the Congressional Liaison at the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration and a report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_023_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mr. Jordan Yackeski regarding an incident at the Ft. Sill Indian School involving employees Mr. Cookson and Mrs. Suminski. The Anadarko Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs addressed the issue and provided counseling to the employees involved. The Muskogee Area Office also received correspondence and requested action be taken on the matter. Mr. Yackeski's letter detailed the incident where Mr. Cookson acted rudely towards Mrs. Suminski in front of students, causing concern among the students about the behavior of school employees."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_014_thumbnail.jpg "Architectural Drafting School for Indian People: A Vision for Prosperity")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma sent letters to various government officials regarding the eligibility of Indian applicants for Section 235 housing loans. The documents requested that the requirement of having less than $2,000 in assets be waived for the Five Civilized Tribes. The Department of Housing and Urban Development provided a response stating that the value of \"restricted land\" owned by individuals of an Indian tribe would not be considered an asset for eligibility under Section 235. The Council expressed gratitude for the consideration and hoped that the decision would benefit Indian applicants."]](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_90_54_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development%20-%20Indian%20Housing,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_90_54_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Delayed Indian Housing Project in Mill Creek: A Call for Expedited Action")
![["A letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mrs. Eddie J. Sockey thanking her for sending a newspaper clipping about Indian funds being probed. Senator Harris states that he will contact the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a report on the findings and will write to Mrs. Sockey again once he receives a reply."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_026_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Investigation into Indian Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris sent a letter to Mr. Virgil Quetone enclosing a copy of the reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding his recent inquiry. Senator Harris expressed hope that the information would be helpful and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_047_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from U.S. Senate to Mr. Virgil Queton Regarding His Inquiry to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, to George W. Truka, the Director of Special Education at Tulsa Public Schools. Harris is enclosing a copy of a reply from the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs in response to Truka's recent inquiry. Harris offers further assistance and signs off with kind regards."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_077_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris and George W. Truka Regarding a Bureau of Indian Affairs Inquiry")
![["Beatrice Medicine, a professor of Anthropology at San Francisco State College, sent a petition to Senator Fred R. Harris on behalf of Sioux Indians in Wakpala, South Dakota, regarding the misuse of Title I and Johnson-O'Malley Funds designated for the education of their children. The petition was signed by 43 Sioux Indians despite harsh weather conditions, and they requested immediate action to retrieve misused funds and ensure that future funds are used properly to benefit their children."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_013_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Funding for Ramah Navajo School")