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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Proposal for Funding: Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Education
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendments to S. 1017 for Indian Education and Government Participation
- Date:
- 1973-02-26
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- The Johnson-O'Malley Act: Providing for the Education and Welfare of Indigenous Peoples
- Date:
- 1973-02-26
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Senate Committee Agenda: January 24, 1974 - Indian Affairs, Public Lands, and More
- Date:
- 1973-04-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Promoting Indian Participation in Government and Education Act
- Date:
- 1973-04-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_26_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- House Report Request: Dockets 72 & 298
- Date:
- 1973-04-21
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Intermountain Study Commission Memorandum - 1974
- Date:
- 1973-06-01
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Efforts to Strengthen Indian Education: A Historical Review
- Date:
- 1973-06-14
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Troubles of the Pawnee Tribe: A Congressional Appeal
- Date:
- 1973-07-16
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Response to Bureau of Indian Affairs Letter of Contract Cancellation
- Date:
- 1973-08-15
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The Chilocco Indian School Board of Education is requesting funds for updating and rebuilding their physical plant. They plan to remodel buildings to create student-centered facilities and productive areas for student training and recreation. They have collaborated with Westinghouse Learning Corporation to develop a plan based on student needs. The school is located on 5,000 acres of farm land and plans to upgrade the farm as part of their educational program. They are seeking support to continue educating young Indian students."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Proposal for Funding: Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc.")
![["The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs is holding hearings on new regulations for the use or distribution of judgment funds awarded to American Indian tribes. The proposed regulations aim to expedite the identification of beneficiaries and the development of plans for the funds. Written comments on the regulations can be submitted until January 5, 1974. The regulations also set a 180-day time frame for the disposition of judgment funds, requiring research, tribal meetings, and hearings within specific time frames."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendments to S. 1017 for Indian Education and Government Participation")
![["The document provides information about the Johnson O'Malley fund, which is specifically for Indian students and can be used for school supplies, class pictures, athletic insurance, transportation to cultural events, senior trip expenses, and school clothing. The document also mentions changes in the state plan, including expanded power for Indian Education Committees and funding for school meals. The National Indian Youth Council believes that governments should cover more of the costs of Indian education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0016_thumbnail.jpg "The Johnson-O'Malley Act: Providing for the Education and Welfare of Indigenous Peoples")
![["The Indian Claims Commission submitted its annual report for the fiscal year 1973 to the President of the United States Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The report highlighted the completion of 43 dockets, including multimillion-dollar judgments in favor of several tribes. Efforts were made to expedite the work, with a focus on reducing delays and encouraging settlements. The status of the work showed that 214 dockets had resulted in final money judgments totaling over $432,800,000, with 221 remaining to be adjudicated. The Commission entered 85 intermediate or final decisions affecting 233 dockets during the year. Various developments, such as increased funding and additional legal personnel, were noted as important to the Commission's work."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Committee Agenda: January 24, 1974 - Indian Affairs, Public Lands, and More")
![["The Oklahoma State Plan for the Administration and Distribution of Johnson O'Malley Funds outlines the procedures for using federal funds to supplement public schools in educating Indian children. The plan includes provisions for parental costs, special programs, and administration, and is based on the Johnson-O'Malley Act. It emphasizes the importance of providing equal educational opportunities for Indian students and involves Indian parents and committees in decision-making. Funds can be used for special services such as remedial reading, counseling, and tutorial programs, and must not be used for segregation. The plan also includes provisions for providing lunches and milk to Indian students, maintaining records, and submitting annual reports."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Promoting Indian Participation in Government and Education Act")
![["Bruce M. Townsend requested House Report No. 92-1081 from Mrs. Joan Southard, the administrative assistant to Congressman Camp. Mrs. Southard enclosed five copies of the report and expressed hope that the material would be helpful. Mr. Townsend thanked Mrs. Southard for her assistance in obtaining the report and mentioned that he would visit her in Washington on his next trip."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_26_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Kiowa,%20Delaware,%20and%20Chilocco,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_26_0007_thumbnail.jpg "House Report Request: Dockets 72 & 298")
![["The document is requesting Honorable Henry Bellmon to support the inclusion of $200,000 for the Chilocco Indian School in the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriation bill for Fiscal 1974. The document emphasizes the necessity of upgrading facilities at the school and the support from the Oklahoma House Delegation. The sender urges Bellmon to assist in ensuring the funding remains in the final legislation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Intermountain Study Commission Memorandum - 1974")
![["The Department of the Interior announced a realignment of central office functions and responsibilities of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, in line with the President's directive to transfer operational activities from Washington to field offices. The realignment includes the creation of a Commissioner of Indian Affairs and Deputy Commissioner positions, along with six major offices within the Central Office organization. The aim is to increase effectiveness in delivering services to Native Americans and reduce staff in central offices in Washington, Albuquerque, and Denver. A steering committee and working group have been designated to review and recommend a complete reorganization of the Bureau of Indian Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Efforts to Strengthen Indian Education: A Historical Review")
![["Ms. V.J. Echo Hawk wrote to Congressman John Camp seeking assistance with the issues facing the Pawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, including a dispute over tribal leadership. The Bureau of Indian Affairs clarified that the court has recognized Mr. Austin Realrider as the valid tribal president. The document also mentioned pending amendments to the tribal constitution and bylaws that could help prevent future issues. Ms. Echo Hawk expressed concerns about the involvement of the American Indian Movement in tribal affairs and urged Congressman Camp to take action to protect the tribe."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Troubles of the Pawnee Tribe: A Congressional Appeal")
![["The document is from Congressman Happy Camp to Chief Sylvester Tinker thanking him for sharing a resolution regarding funding for the Chilocco Indian School. The resolution endorses a rebuilding program for the school and requests support from the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation to provide funds for the program. Chief Tinker expresses appreciation for any assistance in the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Bureau of Indian Affairs Letter of Contract Cancellation")
