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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Update on Indian Policy and Grants-in-Aid Programs
- Date:
- 1966-06-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala
- Date:
- 1966-06-21
- 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_13_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Mrs. Marcell Freeman's Property Damage Concerns
- Date:
- 1966-06-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Tribal Indian Land Rights Legislation
- Date:
- 1966-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Grateful Acknowledgment: Response to Mr. Joe W. Vallie's Letter
- Date:
- 1966-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Investigation of Missing Checks: Update from Senator Harris
- Date:
- 1966-07-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Review and Verification of Indian Blood Allotments: Procedures and Guidelines
- Date:
- 1966-07-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Property Dispute
- Date:
- 1966-07-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- A Study of Present Pawnee Ceremonial Events: Their Occurrence and Social Significance
- Date:
- 1966-08-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs Issue
- Date:
- 1966-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cayuga Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, thanks Reverend Peter J. Powell for his interest in his statements on national Indian policy and for sharing the annual report of Saint Augustine's Center for Indians in Chicago. Harris expresses interest in discussing their common interests in the future."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Indian Policy and Grants-in-Aid Programs")
![["The text is a series of letters concerning a discrimination case filed by Joseph L. Shankhamala. The Department of Interior closed the case based on procedural aspects and Shankhamala's rejection of a hearing. Senator Fred R. Harris expresses regret that a more favorable reply could not be given and advises Shankhamala of his right to appeal to the Civil Service Commission. There is also mention of Shankhamala's employment situation and desire for a transfer."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala")
![["The document is from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Muskogee Area Office, requesting a report on a letter from Mrs. Marcell Freeman to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a matter concerning the Osage Agency in Oklahoma. The Area Director, Virgil N. Harrington, asks for a report to comply with instructions from the Bureau of Indian Affairs."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Mrs. Marcell Freeman's Property Damage Concerns")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris appreciates Pastor David C. Hall's support and comments on his speech regarding the new destiny for American Indians. He acknowledges the importance of retraining and education for the success of this endeavor, especially in relation to the work being done with Indian students at the Phoenix Indian School. Senator Harris expresses gratitude for Pastor Hall's letter and support."]](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_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Tribal Indian Land Rights Legislation")
![["Joe W. Vallie, an employee of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, writes to Senator Fred R. Harris expressing concerns about the diminishing observance of the Indian Preference Act. He argues that appointing non-Indians to positions in the Bureau leads to a lack of understanding and compassion for the Indian population. Vallie praises individuals within the Bureau who demonstrate understanding and compassion towards the Indian community. He disagrees with the idea of North American Indians being prepared for duties in South America, fearing they would have to discuss the mistreatment of Native Americans by the United States government. Vallie concludes by thanking Senator Harris for his speech on the Senate floor and hopes for more impartial action and justice towards Native Americans."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Grateful Acknowledgment: Response to Mr. Joe W. Vallie's Letter")
![["The document dated May 19, 1966 from E. L. Upton to Senator Fred Harris in Washington, D.C. is regarding a payment issue with Mable H. Sargent and the Anadarko Indian Agency. Mrs. Sargent claims she did not receive checks in amounts of $850.50 and $1,000.00 that were supposed to be sent to her in May 1965. She is struggling to get help from the Agency to determine the status of the checks and when duplicates will be issued. Mrs. Sargent is ready to pay her rent once she receives the money from the checks, which were related to the sale of land in her mother's estate. A stop payment order on the $850.50 check is enclosed for the Senator's information."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Investigation of Missing Checks: Update from Senator Harris")
![["The document outlines the procedures for reviewing and determining the degree of Indian blood for Sac & Fox allottees or their descendants. It involves a review board of tribal elders, completion of cards with genealogy and blood information, and contacting individuals if their blood degree differs from previous rolls. Allottees can appeal the determination to the Area Director with additional evidence to support their case."]](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_123_25_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Sac%20and%20Fox,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_25_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Review and Verification of Indian Blood Allotments: Procedures and Guidelines")
![["The letter is in response to Sam L. Liles regarding the distribution of funds from the estate of Flora House. The Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that Johnson is the surviving husband of Flora House and suggests that the funds be distributed to him and LeForce as per a court judgment. They agree to pay the uncontroversial portion of the money to Johnson and wait for him and LeForce to resolve their claim to the remainder. The letter is signed by Acting Commissioner Theodore Taylor."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Property Dispute")
![["The pilot project, Oklahoma Indian Council Dietary Component Cooking and Nutrition Project, aims to address poverty and its effects on minority groups in Oklahoma City. The project focuses on improving food habits, teaching budgeting and food selection, compiling healthy recipes based on Native American cooking customs, and promoting fellowship among participants. The project will be conducted over five years and includes specialized curriculum development, cooking and nutrition courses, and teacher training. The goal is to provide resources and education to help individuals in lower income groups improve their diets and health."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "A Study of Present Pawnee Ceremonial Events: Their Occurrence and Social Significance")
![["The document provides information to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding tribal claims of the Seneca Indians that were filed with the Indian Claims Commission. It mentions that many claims have been filed and are being prosecuted by different groups representing the Seneca Nation. The document also discusses a specific case that was dismissed by the Indian Claims Commission but later sent back for further review by the Court of Claims. It mentions that the Indian Claims Commission is set to continue until April 10, 1967, and there are bills before Congress to extend its life for another two years."]](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_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs Issue")