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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- UNITY: Building a Better America with Native American Youth
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Environmental Inspection Findings at Silas McCarthy Sr. Homesite
- Date:
- 1974-01-22
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Water resources development
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Land Bill and Indian Nations Trail Bill: A Letter from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett
- Date:
- 1974-02-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Finance and Financial Sector, Native Americans, Economics and Public Finance
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Audit Request and Indian Housing Authorities: Correspondence with Senator Bartlett
- Date:
- 1974-03-04
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Indian Education Reform: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1974-03-18
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1974-03-29
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-04-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Native Youth: The Impact of the Indian Education Act of 1972
- Date:
- 1974-06-17
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Homebuyers Training Program and Native American Housing Council
- Date:
- 1974-07-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Sac and Fox Nation, Shawnee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Report on Indian Housing: Challenges and Solutions
- Date:
- 1975-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document discusses the upcoming United National Indian Tribal Youth conference scheduled for October 16 in Oklahoma City, aiming to promote unity among Native American youth. The conference will include various activities and sessions on mental, physical, social, and spiritual fitness, as well as election procedures. XIT, a musical group, will also be performing. The conference aims to address social issues and build a better America through fellowship and positive action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0007_thumbnail.jpg "UNITY: Building a Better America with Native American Youth")
![["The Silas McCarthy, Sr. homesite located near Richards Spur in Oklahoma was inspected for environmental issues. Outside the home, there were problems with a trash pile, stagnant water pond, and water leakage. Inside the home, extensive water damage was found in the kitchen, hallway, bedrooms, and bathrooms. The home requires significant repairs and renovation, including replacing all plumbing. The occupants should find temporary living quarters while repairs are being considered and completed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Environmental Inspection Findings at Silas McCarthy Sr. Homesite")
![["Martha Delk wrote to U.S. Senator Dewey Bartlett in February 1974 seeking information on the Indian Nations Trails Bill and Cherokee Land Bill. She provided details about her Cherokee ancestors and expressed frustration at not receiving help in tracing her family history. Senator Bartlett responded in June 1974, enclosing information on the Indian Nations Trail Bill and explaining that the Cherokee Tribe had received a favorable judgment on a land bill resulting in a $3 million appropriation. He also mentioned ongoing discussions on the distribution of these funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Land Bill and Indian Nations Trail Bill: A Letter from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett")
![["The document consists of correspondence between the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the United States Senate regarding audits of Indian Housing Authorities. The Department cannot authorize audits or allow independent accounting firms to conduct audits, as they are under the jurisdiction of the Department of Interior. The Department is in the process of renegotiating audit services agreements with the Department of Interior. Additionally, there is a request for clarification on whether HUD can conduct audits or allow independent firms to do so for the Apache Tribe of Indians in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Audit Request and Indian Housing Authorities: Correspondence with Senator Bartlett")
![["Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, thanked Hickory Starr, Jr., the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission, for sending a copy of a letter written to Howard D. McMahan regarding a meeting in Oklahoma City. Starr expressed disappointment in the content of presentations given during the meeting about New Federalism, highlighting the lack of focus on improving the delivery of federal programs. He recommended that specific details be distributed outlining improvements in program delivery to ensure effectiveness."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Indian Education Reform: A Call to Action")
![["Dewey F. Bartlett, a United States Senator from Oklahoma, conducted field hearings on Indian housing in his state and identified problem areas that could possibly be resolved by further hearings with government agencies. He requested approval to conduct a one-day hearing on Indian housing in Oklahoma. Bartlett also apologized for a delay in responding to a request for information on Indian housing projects from the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, and referred the correspondence to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Department of Housing and Urban Development responded, stating that an Office of Indian Policy and Programs had been established to coordinate issues related to Indian housing, and offered assistance in answering any questions or discussing relevant issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing: A Call for Action")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett writes to Secretary Carla Hills of the Housing and Urban Development department regarding concerns raised by Oklahoma Indian Housing Authorities during recent field hearings. The main issues include the relocation of the Indian Housing Program administration to Denver, inadequate audits of Indian Housing Authorities, and the need for an up-to-date Indian Housing Manual. Senator Bartlett suggests the creation of a Task Force in Oklahoma City to address these issues and expresses hope for further field hearings to address problems in the program's delivery system. He requests Secretary Hills' personal attention to these concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Recommendations for Indian Housing Program in Oklahoma")
![["The Indian Education Act of 1972 aims to empower Indigenous communities by providing education and opportunities for their young people to learn and lead. The Cherokee Declaration emphasizes the importance of education in reclaiming their rightful place and sending their youth to learn and lead."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Native Youth: The Impact of the Indian Education Act of 1972")
![["The document from John Thorpe to Senator Dewey Bartlett requests funding for a training film for Indian Mutual Help participants in Oklahoma. Thorpe suggests that the film be made in Oklahoma and cover topics such as homebuyers' obligations and house upkeep. Senator Bartlett responds by acknowledging the request and forwarding it to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The National American Indian Housing Council also requests consultation for filling a Special Assistant position for Indian and Alaska Native Programs. Senator Bartlett brings this request to the attention of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, who assures consideration of the request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Homebuyers Training Program and Native American Housing Council")
![["The Housing Authority of the Chickasaw Nation is expressing concerns about delays and problems in the Indian housing program, specifically related to the application process and approval requirements set by HUD. They feel that the focus should be on expediting the process to provide safe and decent housing for deserving families, rather than on administrative issues. They also highlight the negative impact of new requirements in the Mutual-Help Handbook, which they believe will further delay the delivery of housing. The authority outlines specific problems and delays in the current system in Oklahoma and expresses frustration with the lack of consideration for tribal needs in the application process. They also detail the difficulties faced in the approval process and negotiation of prices for housing units. Overall, they are advocating for a more efficient and streamlined approach to providing Indian housing."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Report on Indian Housing: Challenges and Solutions")