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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Plan for the Transfer of Menominee Enterprises, Inc. Assets to the United States in Trust for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Bordeaux, Lionel R.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Johnson-O'Malley Regulations: A Collective Effort for Native American Education
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Johnson-O'Malley Funds in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Potawatomi Tribe, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- The Tribal Delegation of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma: March 31 - April 5, 1974
- Date:
- 1973-06-02
- Creator:
- Schexnider, Dora S., 1939-2017
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Potawatomi Tribe, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Comanche Nation, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Resolution and Response: Protecting Indian Health Care
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Selection Process for Indian Agency Director Positions: An Inside Look
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Shawnee Tribe, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Unfair Distribution of Judgment Funds: A Call for Justice
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Regulations and Guidelines for Enrollment of Indians in Public Schools
- Date:
- 1974-01-14
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Potawatomi Tribe, Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions
- Date:
- 1974-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Senate Proceedings: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Potawatomi Tribe, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is a series of letters regarding concerns about a plan to eliminate Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Offices, particularly in Anadarko and Muskogee, Oklahoma. The Chamber of Commerce and tribal leaders express opposition to the plan, emphasizing the importance of local area offices and their ability to serve the specific needs of Indian people. There is discussion within the Department of the Interior about potentially removing BIA Area Directors, with concerns about the effectiveness of such a move. Overall, the letters highlight the importance of preserving local area offices and involving Indian voices in decision-making."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Plan for the Transfer of Menominee Enterprises, Inc. Assets to the United States in Trust for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin")
![["The Chairman of the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Bob Cannon, expresses concern to the Bureau of Indian Affairs Commissioner, Morris Thompson, about statements regarding the possible closing of boarding schools in Oklahoma. Congressman Happy Camp reassures Mr. Cannon that there are many in Washington who understand the importance of Indian schools and that hasty closings are not likely. Congressman Camp also appreciates Mr. Cannon's efforts to clarify the Commissioner's comments and wishes him a happy holiday season."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Johnson-O'Malley Regulations: A Collective Effort for Native American Education")
![["The National Indian Youth Council expresses concern about the administration of Johnson-O'Malley funds for the State of Oklahoma to Senator Bellmon. They request local control of the funds and discuss the possibility of recovering misused funds. They also address the State's claim that Oklahoma does not qualify as an Indian Reservation. They request a response from Senator Bellmon as the issue affects over 100,000 Native Americans in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Johnson-O'Malley Funds in Oklahoma")
![["A tribal delegation of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma met from March 31 to April 5, 1974. Representatives from twenty-three tribes attended, with various tribal leaders and delegates present. Staff personnel from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and United Tribes also participated in the meeting. Discussions likely focused on tribal operations, industrial development, and tourism projects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0001_thumbnail.jpg "The Tribal Delegation of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma: March 31 - April 5, 1974")
![["The Inter-Tribal Health Advisory Board of the Lawton Service Unit in Oklahoma expressed their disagreement with Senator Bellmon's proposal to put Indian people on a credit card system of health care, stating that Indian Health Service hospitals are essential and should be improved rather than replaced. They also emphasized the importance of treaty rights and the government's responsibility to provide for the health and educational needs of American Indians. Senator Bellmon proposed a Medicare-like program for Indians to receive treatment at any hospital, but the Advisory Board members felt that Indian hospitals would still be necessary on reservations in other states."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution and Response: Protecting Indian Health Care")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs is in the process of selecting new directors for the Anadarko and Muskogee areas. Seven Indians and five non-Indians are being considered for the Anadarko job, while six Indians and three non-Indians are being considered for the Muskogee job. Interviews are being conducted to determine the best candidates for each position."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Selection Process for Indian Agency Director Positions: An Inside Look")
![["The document is a complaint from the Fort Sill Apache Tribe to the Secretary of the Interior regarding the unfair division of judgment funds from Indian Claims Commission Docket numbers 30 and 48. The tribe is concerned that their appeal was not considered before a settlement was approved with the Mescalero Apache Tribe. They argue that they represent the majority of the tribe and that their rights as Indians and citizens of the United States are being denied. They request that the Secretary correct the mistake and consider their appeal properly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Unfair Distribution of Judgment Funds: A Call for Justice")
![["The document from the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas to the Bureau of Indian Affairs requests funding for various programs for fiscal year 1974. The Bureau does not have funds for the Management Support Contract as in previous years, but suggests using Adult Education funds. They agree to fund the Industrial Development and Tourism program and are willing to negotiate the contract. However, there is no funding available for the Johnson O'Malley Coordinator Program at this time. The Executive Committee of the United Indian Tribes urges the Bureau to secure funds for the Education Coordinator and Management Support Programs as soon as possible to avoid disrupting services."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Regulations and Guidelines for Enrollment of Indians in Public Schools")
![["The document is a letter from member of Congress Happy Camp thanking the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes for their resolution supporting Reeves F. Nahwooksy for the position of Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The resolution outlines Nahwooksy's qualifications and experience, including his work in various government agencies and with Indian tribes. It also includes his educational background and tribal affiliations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Federal Housing Programs for American Indians: Challenges and Solutions")
![["The United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas sent a letter to the Area Director, requesting funding for contracts for fiscal year 1974. They outlined the specific programs that needed funding, such as the Education Coordinator Program and Management Support Program. They emphasized the urgency of obtaining funds to avoid disrupting services and to address the needs of the Indian community within the Anadarko Area jurisdiction. The document also mentioned previous meetings and agreements regarding funding for certain programs. They requested immediate action to secure funding for the mentioned programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Proceedings: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act")
