Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Disputed Inheritance of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 Deceased
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1849 Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Legal Disputes Involving Choctaw Estate
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Housing Discrimination Inquiry at Chilocco Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Regarding Dispute Over Property and Funds Distribution in Stephens County, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Educational Scholarships
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Interior Department Proposes Regulations for Indian Tribal Rolls and Enrollment Appeals
- Date:
- 1965-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Sac and Fox Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Reduction of the Indian Home Economics Program in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_36_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Updates on Choctaw Termination Extension Bill
- Date:
- 1965-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Title: Issue with Missing Checks for Mable H. Sargent
- Date:
- 1965-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Sim L. Liles received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the interest of John Johnson, the surviving husband of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 deceased. The letter mentions that the Bureau of Indian Affairs has agreed to leave part of the money in question until Johnson and LeForce can resolve their claim to it. A response from Acting Commissioner Theodore W. Taylor confirms this agreement and states that the fund will be distributed accordingly. The letter also mentions that Johnson is a non-Indian and the District Court of Stephens County has determined his status as the surviving husband. Enclosures with both letters are returned with the response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Disputed Inheritance of Flora Homma, Choctaw No. 14657 Deceased")
![["Senator Harris received a letter regarding John Johnson's efforts to claim his deceased wife's estate, which is being held by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Johnson, who is elderly and illiterate, is being pressured by a lawyer to sign a contract that is believed to be fraudulent. The letter highlights the injustice and mishandling of the case by the government agency and requests for an investigation by a Federal Grand Jury. It also mentions the refusal of the Bureau to release funds for Johnson to hire legal counsel."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1849 Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Legal Disputes Involving Choctaw Estate")
![["Mrs. N.L. Thornton inquired about housing discrimination on the Chalaco campus. The response from Dr. Leon Wall, Superintendent, Chalaco Indian School, explained the housing policies at Chalaco. The school has limited quarters available and a specific allocation process based on job responsibilities and contributions to the school. The Thorntons had experienced difficulties with neighbors in the past, and the school had delayed approving Thornton's trial period. The school expressed regret that the Thorntons were unhappy but stated they had no other alternative."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Housing Discrimination Inquiry at Chilocco Indian School")
![["The letter is a response to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a communication from Sim L. Liles about assisting John Johnson. The Bureau of Indian Affairs advised that they have no objection to distributing money to Johnson and LeForce as per a court judgment, but no disbursement will be made until a court decision is reached due to objections from LeForce and limited funds available."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0037_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Regarding Dispute Over Property and Funds Distribution in Stephens County, Oklahoma")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a letter from Mrs. Driskell, forwarded by Senator Harris, regarding Indian education and scholarships. The Bureau appreciates the support of the Daughters of the American Revolution in providing scholarships for Indian students. The Bureau recognizes individuals as Indians regardless of their degree of Indian blood if they are enrolled members of a tribe. Assistance for Indians living independently among the general population must be obtained from available sources. The Federal Government provides assistance programs for needy Indians on or near reservations, with criteria such as possession of Indian blood and residence on reservation or trust property. Mrs. Driskell's letter and Senator Harris' response have been enclosed for review."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0045_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Educational Scholarships")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs, in collaboration with other agencies, is implementing projects to provide pre-vocational training for Native American individuals in Arizona, Washington, and Texas. These projects aim to improve the success of Native Americans in job training and employment. Additionally, the Indian Claims Commission has granted awards to the Sac and Fox Nation of Indians and the Iowa Nation for lands ceded to the United States in the 19th century. The Seminole Aviation Plastics Production, operated by the Seminole Tribe of Oklahoma, has been successful since merging with Systems Engineering Electronics, Inc. The company has a backlog of orders and potential for increased hiring in the future."]](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_52_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Interior Department Proposes Regulations for Indian Tribal Rolls and Enrollment Appeals")
![["The document from Mrs. Norman Hiatt to Congressman Page Belcher expresses concern about the reduction of the Indian Home Economics program in Oklahoma due to funding limitations. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains that the reduction was necessary to prioritize housing programs, but some funding has been restored for the Extension program in Oklahoma. Mrs. Hiatt is worried about the impact of the reduction on Indian people who rely on the services provided by the Home Demonstration and Farm agents. The document highlights the importance of these programs in helping Indian people improve their living conditions and skills."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Reduction of the Indian Home Economics Program in Oklahoma")
![["President Johnson has signed a bill into law that extends the Choctaw Termination Act of 1959 for three additional years. This act allows the Choctaw Tribe to transfer their land interests to a tribal entity, but legal problems have delayed the process. The extension will give the tribe until August 25, 1968 to resolve these issues and transfer their interests. Congressman Carl Albert is the sponsor of the legislation and expects it to be enacted without difficulties."]](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_52_36_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Termination%20Act,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_36_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Updates on Choctaw Termination Extension Bill")
![["A letter from Royle Plumber to Leslie Towle, concerning the level of discipline at Ft. Sill school. Plumber asks for help in drafting a response to the letter, as Towle may already be familiar with the situations described."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Discipline Levels at It. Sill School: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a response to a complaint from Mr. Ernest L. Upton regarding difficulties collecting delinquent rental from Mrs. Mable Sargeant. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains that they are not responsible for debts incurred by an Indian unless authorized, and that the checks in question were not issued by them. Mrs. Sargeant only receives limited trust income and is considered competent to manage her finances. The Bureau encourages Indians to avoid incurring debts they cannot pay, and suggests that Mr. Upton work directly with Mrs. Sargeant to settle the account."]](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_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Issue with Missing Checks for Mable H. Sargent")