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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0069
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Planning a Social Gathering for the Joint Commission on Mental Health of Children Task Force Members
- Date:
- 1967-05-11
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declining an Invitation to Attend an Exhibit of Indian Paintings at Hills Business University
- Date:
- 1967-06-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Inaugural Red Cross Orientation Program at Lawton Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1967-06-06
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1967 Seminar on American Indian Culture and Education at Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts
- Date:
- 1967-06-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declination and Recommendation Letter to Unitarian Women's Day Alliance
- Date:
- 1967-08-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declined Invitation to Speak at Federated Women's Clubs Meeting
- Date:
- 1967-08-22
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0068
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Speaker Request for DAR Oklahoma City Chapter Meeting
- Date:
- 1967-08-22
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Hopi Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Environmental Protection, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declined Invitation and Recommendation for a Speaker at the Woman's Society of Christian Service Meeting
- Date:
- 1967-08-31
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Attend Children's Artwork Presentation
- Date:
- 1967-09-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Mrs. LaDonna Harris as Chairman of Women's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1967-09-29
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Human Rights
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The letter is informing LaDonna Harris about a dinner arranged by Dr. Downing for the task force members to meet young people from the Haight-Asbury area of San Francisco, known for its involvement in the psychedelic movement. The writer appreciates Dr. Downing's initiative and hopes LaDonna Harris will attend the event on May 27."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0069_thumbnail.jpg "Planning a Social Gathering for the Joint Commission on Mental Health of Children Task Force Members")
![["Mrs. Dorothy Jones invited LaDonna Harris to an exhibit of Indian paintings by Lee Tsa-toke to benefit the Hills Business University Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. LaDonna Harris regretted that she couldn't attend but praised the fundraising idea. The letter also includes information about the exhibit, the artist, and the benefits of attending Hills Business University. Additionally, The document mentions Roy J. Turner being elected chairman of the board of trustees at Hill's Business University, the school's transition to a non-profit organization, and the appointment of Charles R. Hansard as Dean."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Declining an Invitation to Attend an Exhibit of Indian Paintings at Hills Business University")
![["The document is a correspondence between LaDonna Harris and Dr. William J. Atkinson regarding a volunteer program at the Lawton Indian Hospital. LaDonna Harris expresses her admiration for the program and regrets not being able to attend the capping ceremony for the first volunteers. Dr. Atkinson provides details about the program and invites LaDonna Harris to present the caps to the volunteers during the ceremony."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Inaugural Red Cross Orientation Program at Lawton Indian Hospital")
![["The document discusses a seminar on the American Indian and Education sponsored by the Student Education Association and the International Relations Club at the Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts. The seminar will be held on November 3rd and 4th, with various activities including speakers, discussions, and a banquet. Senator Fred R. Harris was invited to be the keynote speaker at the seminar banquet, but he regretfully declined due to prior commitments. The document also mentions plans for the seminar and extends an invitation for Senator Harris and his wife to attend the other events."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0054_thumbnail.jpg "1967 Seminar on American Indian Culture and Education at Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts")
![["Mrs. Terrell received a letter from LaDonna Harris regretting that she cannot speak at the Unitarian Women's Day Alliance event, but suggests contacting someone else who may be able to. LaDonna Harris also offers to provide further assistance and encloses material on Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity and a speech made by her husband."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Declination and Recommendation Letter to Unitarian Women's Day Alliance")
![["LaDonna Harris regrets that she is unable to accept an invitation to speak at the Federated Women's Clubs in Elk City due to other commitments. She suggests contacting Mrs. Iola Taylor for program ideas related to Indian youth, and offers assistance in developing a program. LaDonna Harris also mentions sending annual reports and brochures from OIO for reference."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Declined Invitation to Speak at Federated Women's Clubs Meeting")
![["LaDonna Harris regrets that she cannot commit to speaking at the Oklahoma City Chapter of the DAR at this time, but suggests contacting other capable speakers from the OIO staff. The DAR chapter expresses disappointment but remains optimistic about having LaDonna Harris speak at their meeting in June 1968. They request a photo and biography for publicity and invite Senator Harris to join for lunch as well."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0068_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Speaker Request for DAR Oklahoma City Chapter Meeting")
![["Mrs. Phillip Dye from the Putnam City Methodist Church in Oklahoma City invited LaDonna Harris to speak at their monthly meeting in March 1968 on the topic of \"The American Indian-His Heritage and Emerging Identity.\" LaDonna Harris declined the invitation due to scheduling conflicts but recommended contacting Mrs. Iola Taylor for a suitable speaker. Mrs. Dye requested assistance in finding a speaker for their event, focusing on the challenges and progress of Native Americans. LaDonna Harris offered to help in any way she could and shared information on the work of the OIO."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Declined Invitation and Recommendation for a Speaker at the Woman's Society of Christian Service Meeting")
![["The document is a letter from Marion J. Arnold, a VISTA Volunteer, inviting LaDonna Harris to attend a presentation of work done by children in the White Eagle community. The children worked hard to create pieces for a display at the Ponca Indian Free Fair and were awarded a blue ribbon. Mrs. Horton from the museum requested that their work be put on permanent exhibit. The event is planned for early next month and they are hoping LaDonna Harris can attend. Arnold asks for a response to make further plans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Attend Children's Artwork Presentation")
![["Mrs. LaDonna Harris has been appointed as chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty by the Office of Economic Opportunity. The Council aims to increase women's involvement in the War on Poverty and strengthen efforts to help people move out of poverty. LaDonna Harris, an active member of the Comanche Indian Tribe, has a background in advocacy and community service. The Council has four main objectives, including coordinating efforts of women's groups and evaluating the impact of poverty programs on women. LaDonna Harris is also involved in other organizations and projects, such as recruiting American Indian youths for the Peace Corps. She and her husband, Senator Fred R. Harris, have three children and maintain homes in Oklahoma and Virginia."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Mrs. LaDonna Harris as Chairman of Women's Advisory Council on Poverty")