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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Comparative Analysis and Explanation of the Proposed Amendment to H.R. 7421: Federal Recognition and Restoration of the Menominee Tribe"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Campaign management--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Restoration of Federal Recognition and Support for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin: A Legislative Review"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0011
- 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 Menominee Restoration Act (H.R. 7421)"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Navajo Tribe's District 17 Council's Response to Senator Goldwater's Position on Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Goldwater, Barry M. (Barry Morris), 1909-1998
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, United States, Armed Forces, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969), 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Hearings on the Partition of Navajo and Hopi 1882 Reservation: Proceedings, Statements, and Reports"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Armed Forces, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Overview of Hearings and Testimonies on the Menominee Restoration Act (H.R. 7421)"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces, United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Navajo Tribe's Plea Against Inequitable Legislation: A Series of Telegrams from 1972"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Comparative Analysis of Proposed Solutions to the Hopi-Navajo Land Dispute in the United States Congress"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0064
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity: A Journey Towards Unity and Self-Help
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Indigenous Community Faces Refusals from Hospitals: Senator's Wife Advocates for Change in Healthcare Discrimination
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The proposed amendment to H.R. 7421 extends Federal recognition to the Menominee Tribe, adopts recommendations from the Department of the Interior, and includes provisions from the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934. It also addresses the nomination and election of the Menominee Restoration Committee, eligibility for participants and voters, the opening of the 1954 tribal membership roll, and the election of tribal officers. Additionally, it includes provisions for negotiation between the Secretary and Menominee officials for the transfer of assets, protection of rights and obligations, and consultation with State and local officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Comparative Analysis and Explanation of the Proposed Amendment to H.R. 7421: Federal Recognition and Restoration of the Menominee Tribe\"")
![["The Department of the Interior recommends the enactment of H.R. 7421, a bill to restore Federal recognition and services to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin. The bill would repeal the Menominee Termination Act of 1954 and reinstate rights and privileges to the tribe. The document provides background on the termination and its impact on the tribe's financial situation, recommending restoration of the trust relationship to provide necessary assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0009_thumbnail.jpg "\"Restoration of Federal Recognition and Support for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin: A Legislative Review\"")
![["The Menominee Restoration Act extends federal recognition to the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin and repeals the Termination Act of 1954. It establishes a procedure for the election and authority of the Menominee Restoration Committee and authorizes the Committee to bring current the tribal roles closed by the termination act. The Act also allows for the conduct of elections among tribe members on tribal constitution and bylaws, with certain provisions for adoption and election of a governing body. The Act provides for the negotiation of tribal assumption of corporation assets and exempts transferred assets from taxation. It also addresses the management of tribal assets, hunting and fishing regulations, and federal financial assistance to local public schools for Menominee enrollees. The Secretary is authorized to adopt regulations and receive necessary funds to carry out the Act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0011_thumbnail.jpg "\"An Overview of The Menominee Restoration Act (H.R. 7421)\"")
![["The District 17 Council of the Navajo Tribe of Indians passed a resolution in response to Senator Barry Goldwater's position on the Navajo-Hopi land dispute. They declared his position as unfair and unjust, stating that the Navajo families residing in the disputed area were authorized to occupy the land for grazing and residential purposes. They also refuted Goldwater's claim that there was plenty of spare land on the Navajo Reservation, stating that all available land had already been allocated for grazing and other uses. The Council emphasized that any action to deprive individuals of their land rights would be a violation of their constitutional rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0019_thumbnail.jpg "\"Navajo Tribe's District 17 Council's Response to Senator Goldwater's Position on Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute\"")
![["The document describes hearings held in 1972 regarding the partition of the surface rights in the Hopi and Navajo reservations between the tribes, as well as allotments to certain Paiute Indians. The hearings were held to discuss various bills related to this partition. The document also includes statements from individuals, letters, telegrams, and additional information related to the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0020_thumbnail.jpg "\"Hearings on the Partition of Navajo and Hopi 1882 Reservation: Proceedings, Statements, and Reports\"")
![["The Subcommittee on Indian Affairs held hearings on H.R. 7421, the Menominee Restoration Act, in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C. Testimony was taken from Menominee tribe members, state and local officials, Administration witnesses, and concerned non-Indian land owners. The Administration supported restoration due to the bleak future of the Menominee without it. State and local officials also supported the bill, with concerns about protecting non-Indian land owners' rights. Menominee witnesses supported restoration citing federal coercion, poverty, cultural problems, and economic burdens. The general public also supported restoration, believing it would repudiate past policies and support Indian self-determination. Non-Indian land owners expressed concerns about taxation, political power, and potential impacts of the legislation on their rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0013_thumbnail.jpg "\"Overview of Hearings and Testimonies on the Menominee Restoration Act (H.R. 7421)\"")
![["The document consists of a series of telegrams urging Congressmen to consider the Navajo proposal for a boundary commission before passing legislation that would displace thousands of Navajos from their land. The Navajo Tribal Council expresses concern that the proposed legislation does not provide assurances for displaced Navajos and urges Congressmen to vote against it. The telegrams highlight the long-standing issues in the joint-use area and the lack of consideration for the Navajo position in the legislative process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Navajo Tribe's Plea Against Inequitable Legislation: A Series of Telegrams from 1972\"")
![["The document compares four different proposed treatments for the Hopi-Navajo Land Dispute, focusing on issues such as removal, relocation, land partition, grazing restoration, Moencopi area, subsurface rights, Hopi access guarantees, and tribal settlement appeals. Each proposal offers different solutions and provisions for these problem areas."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0024_thumbnail.jpg "\"Comparative Analysis of Proposed Solutions to the Hopi-Navajo Land Dispute in the United States Congress\"")
![["LaDonna Harris and Iola Hayden founded Oklahoma for Indian Opportunity (OIO) to promote unity and self-help among American Indians in Oklahoma. The organization provides various programs and services to empower Indians and address their needs. Despite criticism and challenges, OIO has been successful in reaching and serving the Indian population in the state."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0064_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity: A Journey Towards Unity and Self-Help")
![["Mrs. LaDonna Harris, wife of junior Oklahoma Senator Fred R. Harris, expressed concern over instances where Indians were turned away from hospitals due to lack of insurance. She encouraged people to report such incidents and offered her assistance as a member of various organizations working on Indian Opportunity and poverty issues. She highlighted the need for better health facilities in the Little Axe area and urged community members to reach out to her for help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Indigenous Community Faces Refusals from Hospitals: Senator's Wife Advocates for Change in Healthcare Discrimination")