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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Restoration of Federal Recognition and Support for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin: A Legislative Review"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 93rd (1973-1975), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Advocacy for Indian Affairs: An Appeal Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Financial Support
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Native American Action: A Call for Indigenous Influence in Policy, Legislation, and Social Justice
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Ms. Jane O'Grady Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Correspondence from AIO Action Council to Retail Clerks International Regarding Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from LaDonna Harris to William Moody Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding AIO Action Council's Activities and Fundraising Efforts
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to I.W. Abel Regarding Support for AIO Action Council's Advocacy for Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Mr. James Cuff O'Brien Regarding AIO Action Council Budget and Lobbying Activities
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Financial Support from the Communications Workers of America for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy Work on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Social Welfare
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The Department of the Interior recommends the enactment of H.R. 7421, a bill to restore Federal recognition and services to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin. The bill would repeal the Menominee Termination Act of 1954 and reinstate rights and privileges to the tribe. The document provides background on the termination and its impact on the tribe's financial situation, recommending restoration of the trust relationship to provide necessary assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0009_thumbnail.jpg "\"Restoration of Federal Recognition and Support for the Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin: A Legislative Review\"")
![["The letter is from the AIO Action Council, a non-profit organization advocating for Indian affairs. They met with representatives from international unions to discuss legislative activities and budget needs. The organization supports Indian self-improvement programs, particularly focusing on economic and educational development. They are seeking financial contributions to support their work and are emphasizing the need for government services and tribal recognition for the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin. The letter expresses gratitude for the support received from organized labor and urges for continued collaboration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Advocacy for Indian Affairs: An Appeal Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Financial Support")
![["The document discusses the need for Native American input in legislation and regulations that affect their lives, as they are currently the most deprived and powerless group in the United States. It highlights the historical influences on Indian policy, such as economic interests, organized religion, and government agencies. The document introduces Native American Action, a lobbying organization formed to provide expert witnesses on Indian legislation, research upcoming legislation, and serve as a political voice for Indian organizations. The organization aims to have a full-time lobbyist-director to directly contact legislators and advocate for Native American interests."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Native American Action: A Call for Indigenous Influence in Policy, Legislation, and Social Justice")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris of the AIO Action Council to Jane O'Grady of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers, thanking her for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. Harris requests O'Grady to follow up on a letter to Mr. Potoski soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget. She also encloses a copy of the budget and annual report for reference. Time is short, especially for the Menominees, so prompt action is requested."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Ms. Jane O'Grady Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["The document is a letter from Ladonna Harris of the AIO Action Council to James Huntley of the Retail Clerks International, thanking him for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. The letter requests Huntley to follow up with a letter to Mr. Housewright soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget. Enclosed are copies of the budget, annual report, and a letter to Mr. Housewright for Huntley's reference. Harris expresses gratitude for Huntley's interest and assistance and urges him to contact her or Margaret Gover soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Correspondence from AIO Action Council to Retail Clerks International Regarding Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["LaDonna Harris is writing to William Moody to thank him for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. She has enclosed a letter to Paul Hall soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget, along with a copy of the budget and annual report. She asks William to follow up with Mr. Hall and contact her as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from LaDonna Harris to William Moody Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs")
![["LaDonna Harris of the AIO Action Council writes to Mr. J. William Webb of the Communications Workers of America, thanking him for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. She encloses a letter to Mr. Burns requesting a contribution, as well as a copy of the budget and annual report for the AIO Action Council. Harris asks Webb to follow up with Mr. Burns and contact her promptly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding AIO Action Council's Activities and Fundraising Efforts")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, thanks Mr. I. W. Abel for his past financial support and requests continued assistance in lobbying for legislative issues related to American Indian affairs. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between organized labor and the AIO Action Council in advocating for the rights and needs of American Indians. Harris requests that the United Steelworkers underwrite a portion of their annual budget and provides details on their activities and budget needs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to I.W. Abel Regarding Support for AIO Action Council's Advocacy for Indian Affairs")
![["LaDonna Harris is reaching out to James Cuff O'Brien for support with the AIO Action Council Budget. She mentions a recent meeting with representatives of International Unions to discuss lobbying activities and financial needs. Harris expresses appreciation for O'Brien's past support and asks for continued financial assistance from the Steelworkers. She urges O'Brien to follow up on her letter and contact her promptly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Mr. James Cuff O'Brien Regarding AIO Action Council Budget and Lobbying Activities")
![["The letter is from LaDonna Harris, representing the AIO Action Council, to Mr. Joseph A. Burns of the Communications Workers of America. Harris discusses the advocacy work of the AIO Action Council on Indian affairs, their budget needs, and the support they receive from organized labor. She requests a financial contribution from Burns to support their efforts in legislative issues and Indian self-improvement programs. Harris also highlights the importance of the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin and the need for government services and tribal recognition. She includes the annual report and budget of Americans for Indian Opportunity for Burns' review."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Financial Support from the Communications Workers of America for the AIO Action Council's Advocacy Work on Indian Affairs")
