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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Land Ownership and Patent Record Request in Comanche County, Oklahoma, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- 1963 Appeal Against the Decision of the Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes Constitution & Tribal Government
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Intent and Purpose of Senate Bill 1546: A Discussion on Mineral Leasing Rights in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Certification of Entitlement to Public Domain Indian Land
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Minutes Regarding the 1963 General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes
- Date:
- 1963-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe
- Date:
- 1963-01-14
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Clarification on Legalities Surrounding Tribal Council Meeting of Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes: A Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1963-01-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Analysis of Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache General Council Meeting
- Date:
- 1963-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Legality of the Kiowa-Comanche-Apache General Council Meeting in 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Request for Tribal Separation: The Historical Struggles of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Indian Tribes
- Date:
- 1963-02-27
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the request for certified copies of documents related to land ownership in Comanche County, Oklahoma. The request is made by Harris & Newcombe, representing a client who needs the documents to make the title marketable and secure financing. They are seeking assistance from the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Senator Monroney's office to expedite the process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0005.pdf "Correspondence regarding Land Ownership and Patent Record Request in Comanche County, Oklahoma, 1963")
![["The text is a letter from Ed Edmondson, a member of the House of Representatives, to Senator Mike Monroney regarding an appeal from the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes concerning the decision of the Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs. The tribes are appealing the decision to abolish their Constitution and By-Laws, arguing that it was not a legal document and that the Bureau of Indian Affairs does not have the authority to dissolve their government. They are requesting that all tribal expenditures be stopped until their tribal government is restored. The letter outlines several points challenging the Bureau's actions and emphasizes the need for immediate attention to the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0015.pdf "1963 Appeal Against the Decision of the Acting Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes Constitution & Tribal Government")
![["Frank Hutchinson of the Bureau of Indian Affairs called to inquire about the intent and purpose of bill S. 1546, which pertains to leasing mineral deposits in the bed of the Red River in Oklahoma. He mentioned two previous statutes related to leasing of lands and oil and gas deposits belonging to the United States in Oklahoma. Hutchinson questioned whether these previous acts would be superseded by S. 1546 if enacted. John Burzio agreed to discuss the matter and get in touch with Hutchinson upon his return."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0021.pdf "Understanding the Intent and Purpose of Senate Bill 1546: A Discussion on Mineral Leasing Rights in Oklahoma")
![["Amos Hopkins wrote to inquire about certification of entitlement to public domain Indian land. The Bureau of Indian Affairs delegated the authority to issue Certificates of Eligibility to the Anadarko Area Director, who considers applications on an individual basis. The Bureau of Land Management does not maintain a list of public domain lands, so it is the responsibility of the applicant to locate suitable land. The Kiowa Land Association's list of member-applicants cannot be considered a blanket application, and each member must apply individually. Senator Mike Monroney forwarded Hopkins' concerns to the Bureau, and they assured that applications will be duly considered. The Kiowa Tribal Land Association requested assistance in obtaining Certificates of Eligibility, citing discrepancies in the Bureau's actions and requesting an investigation into Indian Bureau policies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0034.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Certification of Entitlement to Public Domain Indian Land")
![["The text is a letter thanking Philemon Berry for providing minutes of a meeting of the General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes, along with resolutions adopted at the meeting. It mentions the controversy surrounding a meeting held on January 19, 1963, and discusses the actions taken by the Business Committee and a group in Apache, Oklahoma. The letter also includes details of the meeting held on March 30, 1963, and the resolutions passed during the meeting."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0014.pdf "Correspondence and Minutes Regarding the 1963 General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes")
![["State Senator Fred R. Harris wrote to United States Senator A.S. Mike Monroney regarding the request of the Comanche Indian Tribe to separate from the Kiowa and Apache Tribes. Harris explained the situation and requested assistance in drafting and handling legislation for the separation. Monroney responded, expressing interest in the issue and promising to look into it further. Additionally, Harris introduced two members of the Comanche tribe to Monroney and requested any courtesies and assistance be extended to them. Ultimately, the issue of separation and the potential legislation to address it were discussed between the two senators."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001.pdf "Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe")
![["The letter discusses the legality of a meeting of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache General Council held on January 19, 1963. It addresses questions regarding the cancellation of the meeting, the authority of the General Council, and the revocation of the constitution and bylaws. The Bureau of Indian Affairs supports the General Council's actions and advises on the selection of a constitutional committee to draft a new constitution. The letter also mentions the approval of an attorney contract and the withholding of tribal funds following the dissolution of the Business Committee. The Bureau emphasizes the importance of achieving political stability and cooperation for social and economic development among tribal members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0009.pdf "Clarification on Legalities Surrounding Tribal Council Meeting of Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes: A Correspondence from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["A letter from Lawrence Tomah Jr. to Senator Mike Monroney requesting help in recognizing a General Council meeting of the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache Tribes. The meeting was canceled by the Business Committee, but Tomah believes the cancellation was illegal and requests support from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Department of the Interior. Senator Monroney acknowledges the letter and promises to investigate the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0010.pdf "Correspondence Regarding the Analysis of Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache General Council Meeting")
![["Mrs. Gladys Narcomey wrote a letter to Senator Mike Monroney regarding the legality of a meeting of the Kiowa-Comanche-Apache General Council held on January 19, 1963. She explains that they ousted the Business committee and are seeking to create a new constitution to improve the tribal government and general welfare. Senator Monroney replied, stating that the matter has been brought to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for review and an opinion will be rendered soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0003.pdf "Correspondence on the Legality of the Kiowa-Comanche-Apache General Council Meeting in 1963")
![["State Senator Fred Harris is requesting legislation to authorize the Comanche Tribe to form its own separate tribal organization, separate from the Kiowa and Apache Tribes. He believes that this will promote better organization and cooperation within the tribe. The memorandum outlines the history of the Comanche tribe's attempts to establish their own government and requests the Secretary of the Interior to reconsider the tribe's desire for separation and recommend appropriate legislation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0005.pdf "Request for Tribal Separation: The Historical Struggles of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Indian Tribes")