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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Legislation for Protection of Indian Arts and Crafts in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-12-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Regarding Wyandotte Tribe's Land Claims
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Wyandotte Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Letter from Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men to the United States Senate
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Plea for Justice: A Report on the Mismanagement of an Elderly Native American's Estate by the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Information and Budget Request for the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor unions--United States.
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Architectural and Engineering Contract for Concho Indian School Awarded to Sorey Hill Binnicker by Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-01-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John H. Spaan as Executive Officer
- Date:
- 1966-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Expressing Concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians
- Date:
- 1966-01-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Wyandotte Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Federal Income Tax Returns: An Update from The Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-01-12
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Mrs. Gertrude L. Ray to Senator Fred Harris Regarding American Indian Poverty and Government Spending
- Date:
- 1966-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The Oklahoma Indian Arts and Crafts Cooperative is seeking support for a proposal to establish legislation to protect Indian arts and crafts in the state of Oklahoma. Six other states have already passed similar legislation. Senator Fred R. Harris commends the cooperative for their efforts and recommends working with State Senator Baldwin and State Representative Goodfellow on the matter."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Legislation for Protection of Indian Arts and Crafts in Oklahoma")
![["A letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding Mrs. C. R. Cotter's inquiry about the claims of the Wyandotte Indians. The letter states that the Wyandotte Tribe has six cases pending before the Indian Claims Commission for fair payment for lands ceded under various treaties. The cases are complex as other tribes also ceded lands under the same treaties, and no decision has been made yet defining the areas ceded by the Wyandotte Tribe. The Bureau regrets that they cannot provide a more favorable response and returns Mrs. Cotter's letter."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Regarding Wyandotte Tribe's Land Claims")
![["The Great Council of the United States of the Improved Order of Red Men is concerned about the complexity of the government and believes that fraternal organizations should take a more active interest in governmental affairs. They have sent a resolution to the Honorable Fred R. Harris and Larry W. Heringer of the United States Senate, urging them to consider the importance of Americanism and the need for citizens to better understand their liberties and freedom."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Letter from Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men to the United States Senate")
![["The writer, Sim L. Liles, is bringing to the attention of government officials a case of what appears to be injustice and bungling by a government agency involving an elderly man, John Johnson, who inherited a share of his deceased wife's estate. Despite being unable to read or write, Johnson was presented with a contract allegedly signed by him and a lawyer, Ed R. LeForce, under suspicious circumstances. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has been insistent on upholding the contract, preventing Johnson from obtaining legal counsel. The writer urges for an investigation into the situation and asserts that Johnson will not yield to the fraudulent demands being made. Multiple documents are attached for inspection."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Plea for Justice: A Report on the Mismanagement of an Elderly Native American's Estate by the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["A group of labor unions are inviting legislative and political leaders to a luncheon to discuss causes that could potentially be underwritten. The event will be held at the Congressional Hotel in Room 5/2, and approximately 20 to 25 people are expected to attend."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Information and Budget Request for the AIO Action Council")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has awarded a $39,000 contract to Sorey Hill Binnicker of Oklahoma City for architectural and engineering services on the design of Concho Indian School in Canadian County, Concho, Oklahoma. The contract was awarded on January 5, 1966."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Architectural and Engineering Contract for Concho Indian School Awarded to Sorey Hill Binnicker by Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a series of letters recommending John H. Spaan for the position of Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office. Mrs. Dolorosa Spooner, a registered nurse, and A. D. Hogan, Chairman of Precinct 50, Ward 3, both highly recommend Mr. Spaan for his dedication, work ethic, and loyalty to the administration. They believe he is the best candidate for the position and urge Dr. Rabeau and others to seriously consider him. They also highlight Mr. Spaan's involvement in political affairs and support for the President."]](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_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for John H. Spaan as Executive Officer")
![["The text is a letter from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, to Otis Bennett regarding concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians. Harris provides names and addresses of individuals who may be helpful in addressing the concern. The text also includes various announcements and historical information related to American Indians. Harris encourages support for the American Indians and acknowledges the efforts of Christians in Lawrence County who are helping them. The text ends with a call to make the country better by supporting the First Americans."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Expressing Concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians")
![["The letter is informing Kye Yackeyonny that the Bureau of Indian Affairs is still working on the Federal income tax returns of various individuals, including himself. The matter is still pending, but the sender will provide further information as soon as it is 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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Federal Income Tax Returns: An Update from The Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Mrs. Gertrude L. Ray of Norman, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Senator Fred Harris expressing concern about the poverty among American Indians, specifically the Northern Cheyenne Indians in Montana. She questioned why the federal government was sending funds to foreign countries while neglecting the needs of Native Americans in the United States. Mrs. Ray also criticized President Lyndon B. Johnson for not addressing the issue of Indian poverty and urged for a focus on domestic affairs before international involvement. She emphasized the importance of helping Native Americans and expressed worry about the rising cost of living and financial burden on future generations."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Mrs. Gertrude L. Ray to Senator Fred Harris Regarding American Indian Poverty and Government Spending")