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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_57_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concern for Additional Personnel at Shawnee Indian Agency
- Date:
- 1970-11-22
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kickapoo Tribe of Nation, Potawatomi Tribe, Sac & Fox Nation, Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Chief Opposes Proposed BIA Policy Change: A Detailed Examination
- Date:
- 1970-12-21
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Complaint
- Date:
- 1972-09-27
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Cherokee Indians, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Testimony on S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973 in Washington State
- Date:
- 1973-06-04
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Housing Situation of Mr. Perry Le Clair Under the Indian Housing Improvement Program
- Date:
- 1973-08-28
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Tonkawa Nation, Ponca Nation, Otoe Nation, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Tensions Rise: Cherokee Chief Defuses Conflict with Historical Society
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Speeches, addresses, etc.
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Chief Keeler Takes Control of Cherokee Tribe's Business Affairs
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Energy
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Testimony on S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973 in Washington State
- Date:
- 1974-06-30
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Nation Funding Issue: A Letter from W. W. Keeler
- Date:
- 1974-08-29
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Tribal Turmoil: Cherokee Candidates Seek Housing Data
- Date:
- 1975-06-24
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma has established a Housing Authority to provide new homes for their people. They have obtained approval to construct 100 dwellings and are facing challenges with paperwork and lack of staff at the Shawnee Agency. They are requesting additional personnel to ensure timely completion of the housing project. Congressman Carl Albert has acknowledged their request and is willing to help."]](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_82_57_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_57_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concern for Additional Personnel at Shawnee Indian Agency")
![["The document discusses the opposition of the Cherokee Tribe of Oklahoma to proposed organizational and policy changes for Indian agency superintendents by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Principal Chief W.W. Keeler clarifies his position on the matter and expresses support for giving Indians the opportunity to manage their own affairs. The document also mentions Karyn, a little girl who fought for her life after sustaining kidney damage. Additionally, a letter from Congressman Carl Albert expresses gratitude for a newspaper clipping on the topic."]](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_82_55_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Reorganization,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_55_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Chief Opposes Proposed BIA Policy Change: A Detailed Examination")
![["The document is a correspondence between W.W. Keeler, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, and Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding a complaint filed by Billy Jack Williams with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Keeler asks for outside steps to be taken as no action has been taken on the complaint. Senator Bartlett forwards the letter to the Chairman of the EEOC in Washington, D.C. for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Complaint")
![["The Ponca Tribal Business Committee is urging the Chilocco School Board to begin the ten-million dollar proposed development and building program for Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. They believe that improving the educational program for Indian youth is important and are concerned about the future of the school. They request to be kept informed of any future developments related to the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Testimony on S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973 in Washington State")
![["The document is from Dewey F. Bartlett, a United States Senator from Oklahoma, regarding a housing issue faced by Mr. Perry Le Clair in the Indian Housing Improvement Program. Mr. Bartlett is working with the Bureau of Indian Affairs to address the situation and ensure that Mr. Le Clair receives the assistance he needs. The document includes correspondence between various individuals and agencies discussing the application process and efforts to resolve the issue."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Housing Situation of Mr. Perry Le Clair Under the Indian Housing Improvement Program")
![["Cherokee Chief W. W. Keeler resolved a conflict between tribal officials and the Cherokee National Historical Society, firing and then rehiring Deputy Chief Rev. Sam Hider. The society owed money to the tribe and a lawsuit was authorized by Hider. The situation is part of a series of crises during Keeler's tenure, as he is not seeking re-election. The Historical Society owes money to the tribe and is being investigated for alleged fraud."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Tensions Rise: Cherokee Chief Defuses Conflict with Historical Society")
![["Chief W. W. Keeler has taken full control of the Cherokee Nation's business affairs following the resignation of the executive business director. He plans to clear up the tribe's remaining debts and ensure the smooth continuation of various programs. Keeler withdrew his request for the Bureau of Indian Affairs to take over tribal operations. The tribe's loss in a housing and construction venture in 1974 was about $800,000, but Keeler stated that the tribe is not broke and has funds held in trust by the federal government. Keeler is not seeking re-election after serving as chief for 26 years."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Chief Keeler Takes Control of Cherokee Tribe's Business Affairs")
![["Emmett S. Oliver, Supervisor of Indian Education in Washington State, testified before a committee on the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973. He highlighted the Johnson-O'Malley Program in the state, which serves 5,900 Indian students in 42 public schools. Oliver emphasized the need for expanding educational services for Indian children and discussed the formation and purpose of regional consortia to represent Indian viewpoints and address educational needs. He also mentioned additional JOM educational activities outside of public schools that should be considered part of the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0000-Indian%20Self-determination,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_15_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Testimony on S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973 in Washington State")
![["The document is from W. W. Keeler, the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, addressing a shortage of funds affecting individuals who had committed to training programs. Keeler explains that Congress did not provide funds to replenish the Indian Action Team Program, which resulted in the lack of funds available for training programs. Keeler assures the recipient that their application will be kept in pending status and they will be notified when funds become available."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Nation Funding Issue: A Letter from W. W. Keeler")
![["The article discusses a loss of $850,000 by the Cherokee tribe in Oklahoma, potentially due to mismanagement in a housing venture. Candidates are seeking housing data and pushing for transparency before the upcoming election on August 2. There are concerns about the influence of the current chief, W.W. Keeler, and the strong campaign by Ross O. Swimmer, who is endorsed by Keeler. The candidates are also questioning the fairness of the election process and absentee voting procedures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Tribal Turmoil: Cherokee Candidates Seek Housing Data")
