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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-02-28
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-10-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advancing Indian Health in Oklahoma: A Journey of Progress
- Date:
- 1967-01-09
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congress Regarding Communication Failure with Tribal Council
- Date:
- 1972-09-13
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Letter: Overton James, President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, to Congressman Camp
- Date:
- 1972-11-06
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Letter from the Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe of Oklahoma to HUD Regarding Unit Allocation Discrepancies
- Date:
- 1973-05-07
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Housing--Law and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between US Senator and Cherokee Chief Regarding a Constituent's Housing Struggles
- Date:
- 1973-05-11
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Evaluation of Indian Housing in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-06-14
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Educational and Economic Needs of Eastern Oklahoma: Proposal Amendment for Indian Education Assistance
- Date:
- 1974-03-01
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Seneca-Cayuga Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Seminole Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support for Indian Health Facility in Ada: Call for Funding in FY 76 Budget
- Date:
- 1974-08-14
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The text includes letters recommending individuals for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. The first letter is from Honorable Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, recommending Overton James for the position. The second letter is from The First National Bank & Trust Company of Muskogee recommending the Honorable E. B. Maytubby for the position. A third letter is a personal letter from Durant, Oklahoma, advocating for Paul W. C. Kinney to be considered for the position. The letters highlight the qualifications and support for each individual."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008.pdf "Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963")
![["In the letter dated October 21, 1963, J.D. Lewis declines the offer to serve as a member of the General Counsel of the Chickasaw Tribe, but offers his support in legislation affecting self-rule and restoring the capitol at Tishomingo. He expresses pride in Governor Overton James and offers to help with fundraising efforts for the restoration of the Museum. Lewis also reflects on the meaning of the word Tishomingo and urges action after waiting for a long time."]](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_0033.pdf "Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963")
![["The Oklahoma Journal of Public Health, established in 1939, is a publication by the Oklahoma Public Health Association. The January 1961 issue includes articles on Indian health, progress in nursing among Indians in Oklahoma, and efforts to eradicate tuberculosis among Indians. The publication also lists the association's officers and provides information on the upcoming annual meeting in Tulsa. The journal covers various topics related to public health and highlights the work being done in Oklahoma to improve the health status of American Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Advancing Indian Health in Oklahoma: A Journey of Progress")
![["The author of the letter is upset with Mr. Bruce and his subordinates at the Bureau of Indian Affairs for failing to communicate with their Tribal Council. They feel that the Tribal Council, elected to represent their interests, is being ignored and that decisions affecting their lives are doomed for failure. The author recommends giving the Indian people more input in decisions and a say in selecting their leaders."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congress Regarding Communication Failure with Tribal Council")
![["Don E. Smith to John Happy Camp expresses outrage at the recent takeover of a Washington Bureau of Indian Affairs office by a group of Native Americans. He feels that the government is being too lenient with the protesters and that someone needs to speak out against this type of lawlessness."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Trail%20of%20Broken%20Treaties%20Caravan,%20Hearings,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Letter: Overton James, President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, to Congressman Camp")
![["The Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe of Oklahoma is disappointed with the allocation of housing units from the Department of Housing & Urban Development. They feel that the allocation is not realistic and unfair. They have also faced challenges with qualifying families for their housing program. The Authority believes they have been penalized for their management performance and feel that the HUD Area Office does not differentiate between Indian Housing Authorities. The Commissioner's term will expire in February 1975."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Letter from the Housing Authority of the Comanche Indian Tribe of Oklahoma to HUD Regarding Unit Allocation Discrepancies")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett received a letter from Pauline Hurst expressing her disappointment about the delays and issues she has faced in trying to get an Indian home built for her. She has been struggling financially and is in need of assistance. Senator Bartlett is reaching out to Chief W.W. Keeler of the Cherokees for help and information that could be used to respond to Pauline's letter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between US Senator and Cherokee Chief Regarding a Constituent's Housing Struggles")
![["The document is a memorandum regarding a meeting between the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation and leaders of Indian Housing Authorities in Oklahoma. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the moratorium on financing applications for housing and to seek assistance from congressional offices. The memorandum includes a list of attendees from various tribal nations and government offices. It also mentions an invitation to evaluate Indian Housing in Oklahoma and attend a meeting of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Evaluation of Indian Housing in Oklahoma")
![["The document discusses a proposal submitted by the Five Civilized Tribes of Eastern Oklahoma under the Indian Education Act, Part C, requesting assistance to support adult education programs for the Indian population in the area. It highlights the economic need in the region, including poverty, unemployment, and lack of basic amenities. It also addresses the educational need for adult Indian education services in Eastern Oklahoma, emphasizing the lack of support for adult education in the past. Additionally, it provides data on the socio-economic characteristics and reasons for school dropout among Oklahoma Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20-%20Five%20Civilzed%20Tribes,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_121_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Educational and Economic Needs of Eastern Oklahoma: Proposal Amendment for Indian Education Assistance")
![["The Indian Health Service supports the construction of a health facility in Ada, with estimated costs of $11 million. They are ready to begin planning if funding is included in the Interior Appropriations Act. The House Interior Appropriations Subcommittee will begin hearings on the budget for FY 76 in March. At least 3 other Indian health facilities have been started in the recent past through similar funding methods."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Indian Health Facility in Ada: Call for Funding in FY 76 Budget")
