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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- National Congress of American Indians: Election of Officers and Regional Vice-Presidents
- Date:
- 1969-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ojibwa Indians, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Comanche Nation, Mescalero Apache Indians, Navajo Indians, Osage Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- LaDonna Harris: Leading the Charge Against Poverty in 1969
- Date:
- 1969-02-18
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Crime--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris
- Date:
- 1969-05-21
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Biennial Report of the Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission
- Date:
- 1969-06-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Nation, Comanche Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969
- Date:
- 1969-10-31
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Intertribal Chairman Overton James Regarding Policy Implementation Consultations
- Date:
- 1969-11-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) has elected new officers, including President Earl Old Person and Executive Director Bruce Wilkie. Regional Vice Presidents have also been appointed for different areas across the country. Additionally, project field directors and industrial development directors have been named to support community and economic development initiatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20The%20National%20Congress%20of%20American%20Indians%20Officers,%20Resolutions,,%201969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_4_0001_thumbnail.jpg "National Congress of American Indians: Election of Officers and Regional Vice-Presidents")
![["An Indian woman, Mrs. LaDonna Harris, is working to address poverty in Platte County, which is rapidly growing. She is recruiting volunteers to help with poverty programs and believes that Americans need to do more to help those in need. There is a push for the county to achieve second-class status by 1973 to improve funding and support for poverty initiatives. LaDonna Harris has experience working with impoverished communities and is passionate about making a difference."]](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_0049_thumbnail.jpg "LaDonna Harris: Leading the Charge Against Poverty in 1969")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is a Comanche Indian known for her work in politics and advocacy for American Indians. She is active in mental health, welfare, and Indian affairs meetings, and is not interested in pursuing a political career of her own. She values her Indianness and believes it is a strength, and she and her husband work together to make a difference in Washington. Despite facing challenges and rejection due to her skin color, LaDonna remains dedicated to her work and her husband's political endeavors."]](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_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Behind the Scenes with LaDonna Harris: The Comanche Indian Wife of Senator Fred Harris")
![["The letter is a biennial report from the Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission to the Governor and Legislature of Oklahoma. It outlines the purpose of the Commission, its activities, and objectives for the future. It also discusses the current conditions of Oklahoma Indians, including education, employment, housing, and health. The report emphasizes the need for unity, understanding, and support for the Indian community in Oklahoma, and provides recommendations for addressing the challenges they face."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Biennial Report of the Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission")
![["A prominent Democrat will be a special guest at a rally sponsored by Davidson County Democrats. The rally will feature national party leaders and proceeds will be used for party efforts in the 1970 elections. Senator Fred Harris and Senator Edmund Muskie will also be speaking at events in Tennessee. Additionally, there are discussions about increasing membership dues for the Girl Scouts and discontinuing the uniform. LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is involved in committee affairs at the Democratic National Committee."]](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_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969")
![["The document is a confirmation of the commitment of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to consult with elected tribal chairmen in Oklahoma before implementing any new policies. The message expresses gratitude for the support received at a conference in Oregon and reaffirms the commitment to work with tribal leaders. The message is signed by Louis R. Bruce, Commissioner of Indian Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Intertribal Chairman Overton James Regarding Policy Implementation Consultations")