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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_083
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Funding for Bilingual Program in Tulsa Public Schools for Indian Students: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-01-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Improving Educational Opportunities for Indian Students in Arizona: A Proposal from International Marketing Corporation
- Date:
- 1971-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Allegations of Discrimination Against Indian Children in Rapid City Public Schools: Correspondence and Actions Taken
- Date:
- 1971-09-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Public Works--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letter to the Speaker of the House Regarding Health Services Improvement for the American Indian Population in Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1975-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Jones's Response to Mrs. Ellis's Letter Regarding School Transfer
- Date:
- 1977-08-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman James R. Jones' Letter to Mr. Fred Steiger Regarding Fluoride Situation
- Date:
- 1977-08-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1977 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs
- Date:
- 1977-12-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_30_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Eaton Corporation Announces Merger of Government Relations Offices Following Acquisition of Cutler-Hammer Inc.
- Date:
- 1978-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_23_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Response to TIME Article Feedback
- Date:
- 1979-06-14
- Creator:
- Jones, James Robert, 1939-
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_2_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Young Minds: Elementary Students Apply Critical Thinking Skills for Playground Improvement
- Date:
- 1981-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Public Works--United States, Land use--Planning.
- Congress:
- 97th (1981-1983)
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is writing to Mr. George Scott, Acting Director of Education Programs at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, regarding a request for funds for a special bilingual program for Indian students in the Tulsa Public Schools. The request is for funds for one teacher, with the school system already having materials to be used. Senator Harris emphasizes the importance of providing special attention to Indian students in Tulsa, many of whom have moved from rural areas. He requests a prompt response from Mr. Scott on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_083_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Funding for Bilingual Program in Tulsa Public Schools for Indian Students: A Letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a correspondence between Charles Bisbee of International Marketing Corporation and Senator Fred Harris regarding a proposal to improve educational opportunities for Indian students in Arizona. The proposal includes providing motivational kits to classrooms, focusing on improving reading skills, increasing awareness of Indian cultures, and involving teachers, students, and parents in school programs. The proposal has been approved for funding and aims to address the needs of Indian students by improving teacher understanding, student motivation, and academic achievement."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_16_004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Improving Educational Opportunities for Indian Students in Arizona: A Proposal from International Marketing Corporation")
![["The United States Senate received a reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding alleged discrimination against Indian children in Rapid City public schools. The Bureau arranged for the transfer of two school buses to assist with transportation for Indian students. The Senator forwarded the concerns to the Department of Health, Education and Welfare for further action. The Lakota Homes Community has been trying to get transportation services for their children, but the School District claims they do not qualify based on distance. The community is advocating for equal educational opportunities for their children."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Fred+R.+Harris+Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Education,+B-Z,+1971+(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_001_thumbnail.jpg "Allegations of Discrimination Against Indian Children in Rapid City Public Schools: Correspondence and Actions Taken")
![["The letter is from the director of the OKC Urban Indian Health Project to the Honorable Mr. Carl Albert, Speaker of the House, requesting support for improved health services for the American Indian population in Oklahoma City. The project has presented statements to Congress and submitted a proposal for funding to the Indian Health Service. The director requests a meeting with Mr. Albert to discuss the proposal further."]](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_131_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to the Speaker of the House Regarding Health Services Improvement for the American Indian Population in Oklahoma City")
![["Mrs. Lowe11 Ellis wrote a letter to Congressman Jones regarding her daughter's transfer from Edison Jr. High School to Carver or Anderson Jr. High School. Congressman Jones has directed a letter to the Superintendent of Schools to review the matter and will provide further information once available. Mrs. Ellis is encouraged to contact the office if further assistance is needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0000-District%20Office,%20Yellow%20Copies,%201978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Jones's Response to Mrs. Ellis's Letter Regarding School Transfer")
![["Mr. Fred Steiger visited James R. Jones' office to discuss the fluoride situation, but Jones was in a meeting at the time. Jones appreciates Steiger's efforts to keep him informed and will keep his thoughts in mind when he returns to Washington. Jones offers to be of further service and asks Steiger to contact his office if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0000-District%20Office,%20Yellow%20Copies,%201978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_18_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman James R. Jones' Letter to Mr. Fred Steiger Regarding Fluoride Situation")
![["The Department of Security and Department of Housing and Urban Development are seeking recommendations for the position of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs. They have contacted various Native American organizations for nominations and are requesting resumes and recommendations by a specific deadline. They are committed to ensuring decent housing for Native Americans and plan to discuss housing and community development needs with the organizations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1977 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Special Assistant for Indian and Alaska Native Programs")
![["Eaton Corporation has acquired Cutler-Hammer Inc., resulting in the merger of their government relations offices. The new office is now located in Suite 803 at 1899 L Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. The contact number is (202) 466-7870."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_30_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Eaton Corporation Announces Merger of Government Relations Offices Following Acquisition of Cutler-Hammer Inc.")
![["The document is a response from James R. Jones to a letter regarding a TIME article. Jones thanks the recipient for their comments and expresses gratitude for their support for his work in Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_23_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Response to TIME Article Feedback")
![["First and second grade students at Walt Whitman Elementary School successfully applied high level critical thinking skills to a real life problem of purchasing playground equipment with grant money from Cities Service Company. Through a unit of study on playgrounds and recreation, the students learned to gather information, present their findings in various formats, and practice skills of a social scientist. The curriculum also focused on developing high level thinking skills and relating to the larger community. The students were able to effect positive change and are now applying their critical thinking skills to other subjects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Young Minds: Elementary Students Apply Critical Thinking Skills for Playground Improvement")