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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senate Correspondence Regarding Education Funding and Land Claims for Native American Citizen
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_057
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Urging Immediate Funding and Local Control for Indian Schools: A Letter to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-10-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Congressional Memorandum: Approval and Implementation of H.R. 10330 for Distribution of Judgment Funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, 1972"
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- McFarland, Sidney L.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Ninety-Second Congress Memorandum: Additions to Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Agenda
- Date:
- 1972-07-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Breisch Engineering Company's Pursuit of Consulting Opportunity with Five Civilized Tribes Foundation
- Date:
- 1973-07-22
- Creator:
- Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Resolution No. 191 S20: Request for Removal of Concho School Superintendent
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Legal Interpretation of Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal Authorities
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Neglected Pleas: Unanswered Letters from Tribal Council Members
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Analysis and Recommendations for Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes Contract Application under P.L. 93-638
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977)
![["John William Tallbear, a member of the Cheyenne-Arapaho tribes living in Albuquerque, New Mexico, wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris seeking assistance in obtaining funds for a college education. Senator Harris contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs on Tallbear's behalf, and they suggested he speak with the Bureau Scholarships Officer in Albuquerque for assistance. The Bureau also provided information about funds awarded to the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes for land taken from them, which has been distributed according to special legislation. Senator Harris expressed his continued interest in helping Indian youth and provided Tallbear with the information from the Bureau."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_014_thumbnail.jpg "Senate Correspondence Regarding Education Funding and Land Claims for Native American Citizen")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is urging the Bureau of Indian Affairs to take immediate action to approve contracts and proposals for local control of Indian schools submitted by Indian communities. He criticizes the delays in approving these proposals and emphasizes the importance of self-determination for Indian people. Harris urges the Commissioner to fulfill prior commitments and approve school boards in Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana."]](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_057_thumbnail.jpg "Urging Immediate Funding and Local Control for Indian Schools: A Letter to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["This is a memorandum from Sidney L. McFarland, Chief Clerk and Staff Director, regarding the approval of bill H.R. 10330 by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. The bill provides for the distribution of judgment funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to distribute the funds to eligible tribe members, with provisions for distribution to heirs, minors, and non compos mentis individuals. Unclaimed shares will revert to the tribe after a year. The bill is scheduled for consideration by the Full Committee on August 18, 1972."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Congressional Memorandum: Approval and Implementation of H.R. 10330 for Distribution of Judgment Funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, 1972\"")
![["The document is a memorandum from James A. Haley, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs, informing members of the addition of several bills to the Subcommittee agenda for mark-up and hearings. These bills focus on issues related to federally owned lands for Indian tribes, financing economic development for Indians and Indian organizations, authorizing the sale and exchange of certain lands on Indian reservations, and providing for the distribution of judgment funds to various tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Ninety-Second Congress Memorandum: Additions to Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Agenda")
![["Breisch Engineering Company has learned about a long-range planning program being funded by the United States Department of the Interior for the Five Civilized Tribes Foundation. They believe they are qualified to provide consulting services for this program and are seeking opportunities to participate. They have reached out to Mr. Don Cogman for assistance in exploring this potential opportunity."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Breisch Engineering Company's Pursuit of Consulting Opportunity with Five Civilized Tribes Foundation")
![["The Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma sent a resolution to Dewey Bartlett requesting the immediate removal of the Concho School Superintendent due to various discrepancies and mismanagement issues. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is reviewing the matter and will provide a formal response soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution No. 191 S20: Request for Removal of Concho School Superintendent")
![["The document is discussing legal interpretations of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes' constitutional authorities and Public Law 93-638. It addresses questions about the authority of the Tribal Council and Business Committee, as well as the authority over contracting or negotiating bodies. The Field Solicitor provides explanations based on the tribal constitution and relevant laws."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Legal Interpretation of Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal Authorities")
![["Tribal council members from the Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma sent letters to government officials requesting a referendum on contracting the Concho School and Agency under P. L. 93.638. The Business Committee had not conducted the referendum as required by the tribal constitution, leading to concerns and requests for action from the Assistant Secretary of the Interior and the Area Director. The council members emphasized the importance of following tribal regulations and protecting the interests and rights of the tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Neglected Pleas: Unanswered Letters from Tribal Council Members")
![["The plaintiffs, members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes, filed a lawsuit seeking declaratory and injunctive relief to conduct a tribal referendum on a contract for the Concho School. The tribal business committee denied the petition for the referendum. The plaintiffs argued for jurisdiction based on the Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968, but the court found jurisdiction lacking and dismissed the case, allowing the plaintiffs to file an amended complaint within ten days. The court also ruled that the plaintiffs' request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction were moot."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction")
![["The memorandum addresses the Contract Application for the Concho School by the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes under P.L. 93-638. The Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs provides analysis and directs the Anadarko Area Director to proceed with negotiating the contract. It also mentions the need to clarify BIA policy regarding off-reservation boarding schools and addresses a petition calling for a referendum on the contract. The Business Committee is urged to act swiftly to protect the rights of tribal members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis and Recommendations for Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes Contract Application under P.L. 93-638")
