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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Restoration of Funding for Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service's Program for Indian Families
- Date:
- 1966-03-25
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Letters Regarding His Speech on American Indian Affairs, 1966
- Date:
- 1966-04-20
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Plea for Reinstatement of Conservation Technician Brent Moffer
- Date:
- 1970-01-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Environmental Protection, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Approval of Training Courses for Indian Truck Drivers at the American Truck Driving Academy
- Date:
- 1970-01-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senate Correspondence Regarding Job Assistance for Teaching on an Indian Reservation in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Letter from U.S. Senate to Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Virgil Queton
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- 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_079
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris Addresses Funding Inquiry for Indian Children's Education Program
- Date:
- 1971-01-06
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- 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_16_011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Concerning Barbara Harrington's Application for a Bureau of Indian Affairs Grant
- Date:
- 1971-03-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Financial Assistance for Indigenous College Student: Correspondence between Charles Battiest and Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1971-09-09
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is concerned about the proposed budget cuts to the Interior Department, specifically affecting the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service's educational assistance program for less developed Indian families. He is requesting that appropriations be restored to fund this program, highlighting the benefits it has provided over the past 10 years to thousands of individuals and dedicated Extension agents."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Restoration of Funding for Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service's Program for Indian Families")
![["Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, is sending speeches to various government officials regarding the sense of urgency, direction, and purpose needed in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He requests that they review the speech and be present for a discussion on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Letters Regarding His Speech on American Indian Affairs, 1966")
![["The letter from Fred R. Harris to Virgil Harrington of the Bureau of Indian Affairs requests the rehiring of Brent Moffer, a Conservation Technician who was terminated due to a shortage of funds. Barbor Cox also wants Moffer to be rehired on a full-time basis and suggests contacting Harrington personally to discuss the matter. Moffer had served in the Navy and was under the impression he would be given a permanent job. The memo includes details of Moffet's termination and attempts to contact him."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_007_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Plea for Reinstatement of Conservation Technician Brent Moffer")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a request for information from the American Truck Driving Academy regarding training programs offered by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Bureau stated they have no record of the Academy requesting course approval and provided information on criteria for approval. The Academy expressed disappointment in the lack of support for training Indians as diesel truck drivers and requested assistance from Senator Harris in providing training for Indian individuals to enter the transportation industry. Senator Harris acknowledged the concern and mentioned checking into the possibilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Approval of Training Courses for Indian Truck Drivers at the American Truck Driving Academy")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mary Anne Corman requesting help in obtaining a teaching job on an Indian reservation. Senator Harris wrote to the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf and received a reply indicating that they will be accepting applications for the upcoming school year. Miss Corman's name was placed on a mailing list to receive the necessary forms for filing. Senator Harris wished Miss Corman luck in getting the job she wanted and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_007_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Correspondence Regarding Job Assistance for Teaching on an Indian Reservation in 1971")
![["A letter from Virgil Queton, addressed to the United States Senate, is being referred to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration and a report. The letter is dated January 11, 1971 and is signed by Fred R. Harris, a member of the U.S. Senate."]](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_050_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Letter from U.S. Senate to Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Virgil Queton")
![["George Truka received a letter from Fred R. Harris regarding funds for implementing a program for Indian children. Harris enclosed a copy of a letter he wrote to George Scott at the Bureau of Indian Affairs about Truka's inquiry. Harris will follow up with Truka once he receives a reply from Scott."]](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_079_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris Addresses Funding Inquiry for Indian Children's Education Program")
![["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")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a grant application for Miss Barbara Harrington. The Bureau is looking into her request for financial assistance for her intended major in law at the University of Tulsa. They are contacting various Area Offices to determine if they have a record of her request. Harris is asked to reach out if further assistance is needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Concerning Barbara Harrington's Application for a Bureau of Indian Affairs Grant")
![["Charles Battiest wrote to Senator Fred R. Harris seeking financial assistance to pay his college debts and continue his studies. Senator Harris responded, informing Battiest that the Bureau of Indian Affairs is making a grant to pay his debts for the semester and is conducting a needs analysis for future financial assistance. Senator Harris assured Battiest that the grant for the semester will be made and that further assistance will be provided based on the needs analysis. Senator Harris also mentioned that he had referred Battiest's request for aid for his parents to the Bureau of Indian Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_003_thumbnail.jpg "Financial Assistance for Indigenous College Student: Correspondence between Charles Battiest and Senator Fred R. Harris")
