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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Cherokee Mission Home and Congressman Regarding Continuation of Indian Educational Program in the 1950s
- Date:
- 1953-11-30
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- 1963 Correspondence Regarding Land Allocation to Cherokee Nation
- Date:
- 1963-09-24
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Defending the Cherokee Bilingual Education Program: A Letter to Margaret Moore
- Date:
- 1970-05-07
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--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_003_2_30_14_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Chief Keeler: A Legacy of Leadership
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States, Civil service--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979), 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_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_13_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Funding Issues for Cherokee Bilingual Education Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-05-12
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F., Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Finance and Financial Sector, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document discusses the importance of continuing a well-rounded educational program for Indian children in the United States. It highlights the contributions of the Indian people to society and the benefits of the Indian Department's programs. The writer urges support for continued educational support for Indian children and requests a copy of the House Subcommittee report on the appropriation bill for the Department of the Interior."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/83rd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General.,%201952-1953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_2_12_18_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Cherokee Mission Home and Congressman Regarding Continuation of Indian Educational Program in the 1950s")
![["The text is a letter from DQA to W. W. Keeler, the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, regarding H.R. 6496, a bill for transferring 40 acres of land to the Cherokee Indians for an industrial site. DQA expresses interest in the project and assures Keeler that they are working to secure favorable action on the bill, but cannot determine a timeline at this time due to other priorities in the committee."]](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_0028.pdf "1963 Correspondence Regarding Land Allocation to Cherokee Nation")
![["Willard Walker receives a letter from Stuart Trapp regarding the Cherokee bilingual education program and a proposal for a Rumor Aid Project. Walker responds to accusations made by W.W. Keeler in a letter to Miss Margaret Moore, denying allegations of promoting violence and division within the tribe. He mentions a Senate investigation on the activities of outside do-gooders in the Cherokee area. Walker expresses willingness to provide information on Cherokee language and education programs. He also requests a true copy of a letter allegedly written by Keeler. Walker cc's the letter to Trapp, Sol Tax, Bob Thomas, and Al Wahrhaftig."]](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_014_thumbnail.jpg "Defending the Cherokee Bilingual Education Program: A Letter to Margaret Moore")
![["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")
![["W.W. \"Bill\" Keeler, former Principal Chief of the Cherokees, is being honored at a banquet in Tahlequah. The event will feature the unveiling of a portrait of Chief Keeler by artist Charles Banks Wilson. Reservations for the banquet can be made by calling Robert May in Bartlesville."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Chief Keeler: A Legacy of Leadership")
![["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")
![["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 document is from W.W. Keeler, Principal Chief for the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, to Senator Dewey Bartlett regarding the difficulties faced by the Cherokee Bilingual Education Program in receiving funding. Keeler requests the Senator to look into the matter and ensure fair treatment for the Cherokees. The document also mentions that one of the applications for bilingual grants has been approved, while others are on hold due to limited funds."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Funding Issues for Cherokee Bilingual Education Program in Oklahoma")
