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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Feedback on American Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-06-06
- 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_13_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Strength of Purpose: A Letter of Enlistment
- Date:
- 1966-06-07
- 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_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for Training Program for Indians at Tinker Air Field
- Date:
- 1966-06-14
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Building Bridges: A Letter from Fred R. Harris to Father Peter J. Powell
- Date:
- 1966-06-22
- 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_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Proposed Changes in Minimum Wage Law by Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1966-06-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- An Ongoing Conversation: Indian Affairs and Collaboration
- Date:
- 1966-07-02
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.), Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Education
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Indian Education Initiatives
- Date:
- 1966-07-06
- 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_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Reflections on Indian Affairs: A Journey Towards Equality
- Date:
- 1966-07-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0057
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Construction Costs and Upkeep of Swimming Pools
- Date:
- 1966-07-19
- 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_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Progress in Indian Programs: A Letter from Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1966-07-21
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The document is from Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, to Mr. Rex Chandler, commending him for his interest in the American Indian and acknowledging the lack of attention and opportunities given to them in the past. Harris expresses hope for more focus on the American Indian in the future for them to contribute to society."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Feedback on American Indian Affairs")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris congratulates Mr. Middleton on his pilot cooking and nutrition project for urban Indians in Oklahoma City. He forwards the proposal to Harold Cameron for further review and offers his assistance in any way."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "The Strength of Purpose: A Letter of Enlistment")
![["Fred is proposing a training program but emphasizes that the actual cost breakdown has not been estimated yet. He suggests that if trainees have a high school education and some background knowledge, they can receive advanced training quickly. Fred hopes that the BIA will convert an existing facility for the program to save costs. He also mentions that resumes of training personnel will be sent soon and asks what type of trainee the Bureau wants trained in order to provide a detailed cost section per trainee."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for Training Program for Indians at Tinker Air Field")
![["The document is a letter from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, regarding a complaint from Mrs. Betty Murdock about her individual Indian money account. The document addresses Mrs. Murdock's claims of unauthorized release of information about her account to a finance company, her requests for funds from her account, and lack of information about oil production on trust lands. The Bureau states that they are investigating the matter and assures that individual Indian money accounts are confidential. They will provide further information after receiving a report from their Area Director."]](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_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Building Bridges: A Letter from Fred R. Harris to Father Peter J. Powell")
![["The document is informing Senator Harris that the rent account of Mrs. Mable H. Sargent in the amount of $990.00 has been paid in full. A Xerox copy of a check from the United States Treasury in the amount of $4,886.79 payable to Mrs. Sargent is enclosed, which covers two lost checks and other money due to her. The document expresses gratitude for the Senator's assistance in 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_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Proposed Changes in Minimum Wage Law by Fred R. Harris")
![["Ed Edmondson is the congressman for Oklahoma's 2nd district. He serves on the House of Representatives' Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, and is the chairman of the subcommittee on Mines and Mining. He is pushing for the passage of the Chilocco bill, which would provide funding for the Cherokee Nation. However, due to changes made by the Senate and the upcoming Labor Day recess, he does not expect the bill to pass until September."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0000-Legislation,%20S.%201848,%20Land%20Held%20in%20Trust%20for%20Cherokee%20Nation,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_80_14_0001_thumbnail.jpg "An Ongoing Conversation: Indian Affairs and Collaboration")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a complaint about the Bureau of Indian Affairs causing Watonga and the State of Oklahoma to miss out on a corporation locating in Oklahoma. He checked into the matter and enclosed a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs for Mr. Glenn Landes to review. Senator Harris expressed his concern and invited further communication if Mr. Landes was not satisfied with the report."]](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_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Indian Education Initiatives")
![["The Oklahoma Indian Newsletter discusses the issue of heirship land ownership among Native Americans in Oklahoma, highlighting the complexity and complications of dividing inherited land among multiple heirs. It also addresses the importance of sanitation in Indian communities, detailing a project led by Gabe E. Parker to provide clean water and sanitary facilities to a Choctaw settlement. The newsletter encourages Indians to participate in discussions and provide feedback on these important issues."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Reflections on Indian Affairs: A Journey Towards Equality")
![["The Engineering Adviser of the Bureau of Indian Affairs is responding to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a report requested by Mr. Pete Sheperd. The information needed for the report will be obtained from the Anadarko Area Office and provided to the Senator once received. The enclosure from the Senator's letter is being returned."]](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_0057_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Construction Costs and Upkeep of Swimming Pools")
![["The Oklahoma Indian Newsletter provides a brief background of Indian affairs in Oklahoma, highlighting the historical background of land ownership and the integration of Indian populations into white society. It discusses the challenges faced by tribes, particularly in terms of land ownership and access to services, and emphasizes the need for continued support and understanding of the Indian population in Oklahoma."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Progress in Indian Programs: A Letter from Fred R. Harris")