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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Mrs. Fred R. Harris as Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1968-01-18
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Notes: Women in the War on Poverty and Vice President's Call for Understanding
- Date:
- 1968-05-17
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Environmental Protection, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1968 Community Self-Determination Symposium Program
- Date:
- 1968-12-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris: Leading the Charge Against Poverty in 1969
- Date:
- 1969-02-18
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Crime--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969
- Date:
- 1969-10-31
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community
- Date:
- 1969-12-07
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Programs for American Indians
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- 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_197_20_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding Developments in the American Indian Law Center Program
- Date:
- 1970-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["LaDonna Harris has been named the Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty by R. Sargent Shriver. The council includes twenty prominent American women from various backgrounds who have been working with the Office of Economic Opportunity on the War on Poverty. LaDonna Harris is actively involved in advocating for American Indian youths and is a member of various health and welfare associations. The Speakers Bureau is also mentioned, with a reminder to request speakers in advance to avoid overburdening them."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Mrs. Fred R. Harris as Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty")
![["Senator Fred Harris led a group of women from the War on Poverty to visit Resurrection City, where they were moved by the experience. Vice President Hubert Humphrey suggested a town meeting with the campers to address their grievances. The women were urged to take action in their own cities to fight poverty. Humphrey emphasized the need for equality and acceptance of differences in American society. Senator Harris spoke about the importance of making life better for children in poverty. The conference focused on addressing poverty and racism in America."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Notes: Women in the War on Poverty and Vice President's Call for Understanding")
![["The document outlines the schedule for a symposium on community self-determination at the Washington Hilton Hotel in 1968. The event includes discussions on organizing community resources, black community support for private enterprise, financing community development, and a reception and luncheon. Speakers include Senator Fred R. Harris, Roy Innis, Reverend Leon Sullivan, and others."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20June-February,%201968-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_24_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1968 Community Self-Determination Symposium Program")
![["An Indian woman, Mrs. LaDonna Harris, is working to address poverty in Platte County, which is rapidly growing. She is recruiting volunteers to help with poverty programs and believes that Americans need to do more to help those in need. There is a push for the county to achieve second-class status by 1973 to improve funding and support for poverty initiatives. LaDonna Harris has experience working with impoverished communities and is passionate about making a difference."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0049_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris: Leading the Charge Against Poverty in 1969")
![["A prominent Democrat will be a special guest at a rally sponsored by Davidson County Democrats. The rally will feature national party leaders and proceeds will be used for party efforts in the 1970 elections. Senator Fred Harris and Senator Edmund Muskie will also be speaking at events in Tennessee. Additionally, there are discussions about increasing membership dues for the Girl Scouts and discontinuing the uniform. LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is involved in committee affairs at the Democratic National Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969")
![["The letter from the Rocky Boy School Committee, Inc. to Senator Fred Harris outlines the struggles faced by the people of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation in setting up a new elementary school district. They detail the lack of representation in the current school system, poor academic performance of students, and lack of consultation in important decisions. The committee seeks Senator Harris' support in their efforts to establish their own school district, highlighting financial viability and potential challenges. They request letters of support from prominent officials to help ensure their petition is taken seriously by county officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community")
![["The document is a series of letters from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris and Chairman Julia Butler Hansen regarding scholarship programs for American Indians. The letters provide information on the funding and benefits available under the Bureau's Scholarship Program, as well as the need for increased funding to support more students. The Bureau also discusses the disparity between benefits for vocational training and academic education under different programs and suggests equalizing funding for both. The letters include estimates of the number of students that could be served with adequate funding and request support for equal availability of funds for college students and vocational trainees. Additionally, information about a Special Scholarship Program in Law for American Indians at the University of New Mexico is enclosed for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_003_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Programs for American Indians")
![["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")
![["The letter is expressing gratitude to Senator Fred R. Harris for his interest and support of the American Indian Law Center at the University of New Mexico. It mentions recent developments in the program, including the formation of an American Indian Law Students Association, and expresses optimism about the future impact of these students on the Indian cause. The director, Robert L. Bennett, signs off with well wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_007_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding Developments in the American Indian Law Center Program")