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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Kye Yackeyonny to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Funds from 1941-1955
- Date:
- 1954-04-30
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Official Receipt for Kiowa Indian Estate Document Copies, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe
- Date:
- 1963-01-14
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Request for Tribal Separation: The Historical Struggles of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Indian Tribes
- Date:
- 1963-02-27
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Jed Reynolds to Hon Fred Harris on Politics, Religion, and Community Service
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Indigenous Claims Information, May 1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- An Appeal for Support to Build a Church for the Indigenous Community in Anadarko, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris: Advocacy for the American Indian Community and National Leadership, 1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Gratitude and Request for Expedited Tax Claims for Native American Constituents
- Date:
- 1965-03-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Crime and Law Enforcement
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The letter is from Kye Yackeyonny to Senator Fred Harris, regarding Indian people waiting for answers about their individual Indian accounts and tax refunds. The letter requests an investigation into funds taken from personal accounts and applied for income tax. It also includes a list of Indians who have filed claims for tax refunds. The letter expresses frustration with the government's handling of Indian funds and calls for prompt justice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Kye Yackeyonny to Senator Fred Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Funds from 1941-1955")
![["The text is an official receipt for a bill for collection from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The bill is for certified copies of documents pertaining to certain Kiowa Indian estates furnished to Fred R. Harris, Lawton, Oklahoma, pursuant to a request from Senator Mike Monroney. The amount due on the bill is $17.00, which was received as payment on January 6, 1963. The receipt is to be issued as an official receipt for all cash remittances and other remittances when required by applicable procedures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0003.pdf "Official Receipt for Kiowa Indian Estate Document Copies, 1963")
![["State Senator Fred R. Harris wrote to United States Senator A.S. Mike Monroney regarding the request of the Comanche Indian Tribe to separate from the Kiowa and Apache Tribes. Harris explained the situation and requested assistance in drafting and handling legislation for the separation. Monroney responded, expressing interest in the issue and promising to look into it further. Additionally, Harris introduced two members of the Comanche tribe to Monroney and requested any courtesies and assistance be extended to them. Ultimately, the issue of separation and the potential legislation to address it were discussed between the two senators."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001.pdf "Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe")
![["State Senator Fred Harris is requesting legislation to authorize the Comanche Tribe to form its own separate tribal organization, separate from the Kiowa and Apache Tribes. He believes that this will promote better organization and cooperation within the tribe. The memorandum outlines the history of the Comanche tribe's attempts to establish their own government and requests the Secretary of the Interior to reconsider the tribe's desire for separation and recommend appropriate legislation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0005.pdf "Request for Tribal Separation: The Historical Struggles of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Indian Tribes")
![["Jed Reynolds writes a letter to Fred Harris discussing his past missionary work and upcoming anniversary celebrations. He mentions the proposed Indian project for Little Axe and expresses amusement at the antics of others. Reynolds also mentions his upcoming 60th birthday and hopes for a visit from Harris and his family."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Jed Reynolds to Hon Fred Harris on Politics, Religion, and Community Service")
![["The letter is thanking Senator Harris for providing information about the Unmandated Indians Claims. The author expresses gratitude for the Senator's time and effort in obtaining the information."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Indigenous Claims Information, May 1966")
![["The text is a letter written by Sen Fred Harris, who is trying to help the Native American Indians in Oklahoma . He has been in Anadarko for the past two years and is requesting the Church Headquarters to build a church for the Indian people. He has not received a response from the Church since 1965. Harris expresses his frustration at the lack of support for the Native American community and mentions that the Indian agency is not interested in building schools or churches. He also includes a list of names of Indians who have signed a petition asking for help to build a new church in Anadarko. Harris ends the letter by thanking the recipient in advance for any consideration."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "An Appeal for Support to Build a Church for the Indigenous Community in Anadarko, Oklahoma")
![["The letter expresses pride in the recipients (Senator Harris and his wife) and mentions the loss of a loved one. The writer hopes for a new destiny for American Indians and encourages the recipients to stand for what is right. They also express disagreement with the president and urge the recipients to think about these issues."]](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_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris: Advocacy for the American Indian Community and National Leadership, 1966")
![["The letter expresses gratitude to Senator Fred Harris for helping the author and their family members obtain their federal income tax claims. The author had been trying to do so for two years and had encountered delays. Enclosed are copies of letters sent to various officials requesting expedited processing of the claims. The author also requests the exact amounts of Oklahoma tax paid by several individuals, including those who have passed away. The author believes the hold-up in processing the claims is at the Anadarko office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Gratitude and Request for Expedited Tax Claims for Native American Constituents")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs responded to a letter from Senator Harris regarding issues at the Fort Sill Indian School. They addressed concerns about employee performance, discipline, social activities, and allegations of misconduct. The staff at the school works diligently to address the special needs of Indian youth and provide counseling and support. The school has a strict policy against corporal punishment and aims to help students adjust to the school environment. The majority of the staff at the school are of Indian origin, and promotions are based on performance and experience. The school also provides summer programs for students and encourages teachers to improve their skills through workshops and educational leave."]](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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Addressing Concerns at the Fort Sill Indian School")