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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recognition of Outstanding Work: A Letter from John Spaan to Leborn Riddle
- Date:
- 1967-02-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- UNITED APPEAL: Making a Difference in Oklahoma City Area
- Date:
- 1967-10-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_2_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Women Support The War On Poverty
- Date:
- 1967-11-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- An Overview of the Indian Health Service Staffing and Appropriations for Fiscal Years 1968-1970
- Date:
- 1968-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Assessment of Health Service Gaps and Funding Needs in the Oklahoma City Area for the Indian Health Service
- Date:
- 1969-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Navajo Indians, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding Proposed Amendments to S. 2182 for Recognition and Extension of Interest Payment on HUD Act Loans, 1970
- Date:
- 1969-06-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Report Highlights Severe Shortages in Oklahoma Indian Hospitals, Calls for Urgent Congressional Action"
- Date:
- 1969-10-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Report: Indian Health Service Activities in Oklahoma State
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Assessment and Budgeting of Dental Health Services in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Need for Indian Health Facilities in Urban Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1970-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The document consists of two letters, one from Carl Albert, M.C. and the other from John Spaan, both commending Leborn Riddle for his outstanding work as the Building and Grounds Manager at the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma. They express their appreciation for Riddle's dedication, leadership, and ability to create a positive work environment. Spaan also highlights the importance of management philosophy in motivating employees to achieve extraordinary results. Both letters congratulate Riddle and wish him and his family a happy holiday season."]](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_15_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Hospital,%20Talihina,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_15_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Recognition of Outstanding Work: A Letter from John Spaan to Leborn Riddle")
![["The document discusses various programs and initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of Native Americans, particularly in the Oklahoma City area. It emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, as well as the role of medical research and community support. The document also highlights the collaboration between the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, the Public Health Service, and various Indian Health programs in addressing the health needs of Native Americans."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "UNITED APPEAL: Making a Difference in Oklahoma City Area")
![["The Citizens' Advisory Council on the Status of Women released the recommendations of four task forces at the Conference of State Commissions on the Status of Women. The task forces had been studying issues related to income maintenance, family law and policy, health and welfare, and labor standards. Some of the recommendations of the task forces included studying the complex subject of marital property laws, drafting a model law recognizing the rights of married women in property acquired during the marriage, repealing laws making abortion a crime, and allowing married women to establish their own domicile for all purposes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_2_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20American%20Indian%20Movement%20(AIM),%20undated/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_2_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Women Support The War On Poverty")
![["The document discusses the staffing and funding challenges faced by the Indian Health Service in fiscal years 1968, 1969, and 1970. It highlights the need for additional positions to meet staffing requirements for hospital facilities and addresses the appropriations provided by Congress. The document also provides data on the number of patients and the percent change in workload items for selected categories in Oklahoma and the Indian Health Service areas. Additionally, it includes tables analyzing the cost of additional employees and funds required for supplies and equipment for fiscal years 1970 and 1971."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0004_thumbnail.jpg "An Overview of the Indian Health Service Staffing and Appropriations for Fiscal Years 1968-1970")
![["The Indian Health Service in the Oklahoma City Area is facing various problems and needs, including a shortage of drugs and medical supplies, inadequate sanitation facilities in existing homes, understaffing in ambulatory care and hospitals, construction deficiencies, and a lack of dental services. Additional funds are required to address these issues, with specific amounts needed for each problem area."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Assessment of Health Service Gaps and Funding Needs in the Oklahoma City Area for the Indian Health Service")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding S. 2182, a bill related to loan guarantees for hospitals. Mr. Eddie and Mr. Rose are advocating for an amendment to the bill to extend interest payment provisions to loans placed under the HUD Act. Congressman Page Belcher responds to their letters, explaining the status of the bill and advising them to contact Oklahoma's senators for further action. Belcher also forwards Mr. Rose's letter to Chairman Ralph Yarborough for consideration. Mr. Eddie expresses concerns about the financial burden on St. Anthony Hospital due to high interest rates on loans, highlighting the hospital's charitable work and the pressures it faces."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding Proposed Amendments to S. 2182 for Recognition and Extension of Interest Payment on HUD Act Loans, 1970")
![["Three Oklahoma Indian hospitals operated by the United States Public Health Service are facing drastic shortages of medicine and medical supplies due to funding shortages. Inspections revealed that hospitals in Claremore, Pawnee, and Tahlequah are struggling to provide adequate medical treatment to their patients. The blame is placed on the federal government for failing to appropriate adequate funds for Indian health care. The hospitals are operating on a month-to-month basis and are in need of major expenditures for facility replacements and renovations. Steps are being taken by Congress to address the immediate drug and equipment crisis and to determine funding needs for future years. The Indian Health Service staff are commended for their work under difficult conditions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0016_thumbnail.jpg "\"Report Highlights Severe Shortages in Oklahoma Indian Hospitals, Calls for Urgent Congressional Action\"")
![["The Indian Health Service operates in Oklahoma and serves a population of approximately 65,600. There are several service units in different counties within the state, each providing comprehensive health services. The IHS Clinton Service Unit, for example, operates a hospital and health centers in various locations, providing care for general medical, pediatric, and obstetric issues. The unit also offers specialty clinics and contract health services. Staffing includes medical officers, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals. The IHS Claremore Service Unit serves a larger population in northeastern Oklahoma, providing similar services in a different geographical area."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0011_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Report: Indian Health Service Activities in Oklahoma State")
![["The document outlines the current resources and adequacy of dental services in various service units in Oklahoma. It also highlights the additional resources required to meet the needs of patients seeking dental care. These resources include positions and equipment, and the total funding required for additional resources is $888,000."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Assessment and Budgeting of Dental Health Services in Oklahoma")
![["The letter is discussing the lack of Indian health facilities in metropolitan areas such as Oklahoma City and Tulsa. It mentions a congressional limitation on public health services providing facilities in these areas, despite a large population of Indians living there. The letter emphasizes the need for health facilities in these areas due to the concentration of Indian people and their difficulties in accessing healthcare. It also praises the work of Representatives Camp and Edmondson in advocating for Indian health."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Need for Indian Health Facilities in Urban Oklahoma")