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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Crime and Law Enforcement, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Legislation for Protection of Indian Arts and Crafts in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-12-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0059
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Title: Hunting and Fishing Rights of Indian Tribes in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Reverend Ted Reynolds Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-02-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- 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_13_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Report on Dependent and Neglected Indian Children in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1966-04-06
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Training Proposal for Contract between BIA and Lear Siegler, Inc.
- Date:
- 1966-04-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Letter from Otoe-Missouria Tribe to Senator Harris Requesting Restoration of Agricultural and Home Economics Services for Indians
- Date:
- 1966-04-13
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- 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)
![["Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, received a letter from Miss Roxie Plumlee regarding concerns about discipline and administration at Fort Sill Indian School. Harris is looking into the matter and will provide more information in a future communication."]](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_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris Response to Concerns about Discipline at Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at Fort Sill Indian School is reviewed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The letter raised concerns about employee performance, student discipline, social activities, and misconduct. The Bureau addresses each issue, stating that the school administration is aware and handling the situations in accordance with policies. They emphasize the special needs of Indian youth enrolled in boarding schools and the importance of patience and understanding in addressing their problems. The Bureau also discusses disciplinary actions, promotion criteria for teachers, and summer programs for students. Overall, they defend the actions of the school staff and emphasize the efforts made to support students and maintain a positive school environment."]](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_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Review and Response to Issues at the Fort Sill Indian School: A Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["The Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Cooperative is seeking support for a proposal to establish legislation to protect Indian arts and crafts in the state of Oklahoma. Six other states have already passed similar legislation. Senator Fred R. Harris commends the cooperative for their efforts and recommends working with State Senator Baldwin and State Representative Goodfellow on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Legislation for Protection of Indian Arts and Crafts in Oklahoma")
![["A conference will be held in Room 220 for 3 hours from 9am to 12pm regarding the election. The discussion will focus on checking if there is a treaty allowing Ohla Indians to fish without a license. Mr. Sylvester Tinker from Pawhuska will be present."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0059_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Hunting and Fishing Rights of Indian Tribes in Oklahoma")
![["The text is a letter from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, thanking Reverend Ted Reynolds for his interest and work in Indian Affairs, specifically the Little Ax project. Harris commends Reynolds for his sustained interest in the welfare of Indian people and expresses his intention to visit Reynolds in the future to see his work firsthand."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Reverend Ted Reynolds Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["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")
![["The document is a response to a concern raised by Mrs. Russell C. Hutton about the well-being of Native American communities. It discusses the efforts being made by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to improve housing conditions on reservations and provide educational opportunities for Indian children. The document also includes information about government programs and projects for Native Americans and suggests contacting the Bureau of Catholic Indian Missions for information about the Saint Christopher Mission. The Bureau expresses optimism about the future for Native American communities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Report on Dependent and Neglected Indian Children in Oklahoma")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is writing to Mr. Robert Bennett, Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, to express his support for a proposed training program for Oklahoma Indians by Lear Siegler, Inc. Harris asks Bennett to explore the possibility of establishing a contract between BIA and Lear Siegler, Inc. Harris emphasizes the importance of providing training opportunities for Oklahoma Indians and requests a prompt response on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Training Proposal for Contract between BIA and Lear Siegler, Inc.")
![["The Otoe-Missouria Tribe in Red Rock, Oklahoma is requesting Senator Fred R. Harris and Senator A. S. Mike Monroney to help restore the Extension Service of Agriculture and Home Economics for Indians, which has been abruptly ended. The services provided by the Home Demonstration Agent have been beneficial to the community, including organizing 4-H Club work, arts and crafts instruction, cooking and dressmaking lessons, and promoting events such as an annual dress review and Indian Fair. The community members are requesting the Senators' help in reinstating these valuable services."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Letter from Otoe-Missouria Tribe to Senator Harris Requesting Restoration of Agricultural and Home Economics Services for Indians")
![["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")