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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1973 Correspondence Regarding Northeastern Oklahoma A. & M. College's Application for the Nursing Capitation Grant Program
- Date:
- 1973-03-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Petition Against Awarding Community Health Representative Contract to Cherokee Tribe
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- 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_001_4_131_15_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Grave Health Care Crisis among Indian Americans: A Call for Reform
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Healthcare Shortage and Rising Indigenous Population in Seminole County: An Urgent Call for Improved Medical Services
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Proposal for Outpatient Clinics in Eastern Oklahoma by the Inter-Tribal Council
- Date:
- 1974-01-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Letter for a Planning Conference on Indian Health Care in 1974 by Senator James Abourezk
- Date:
- 1974-01-09
- Creator:
- Bluejacket, Don Logan, 1967-1989
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information and Actions on Improving Indian Health Services in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing: Executive Director of Housing Assistance Council Proposes Six Administrative Changes to Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1974-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_123_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Establishment of a United States Public Health Clinic for Indians in Ardmore, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-07-11
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Indian Health Service Medical Facilities in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1974-08-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is a response to Senator Bartlett's inquiry on behalf of Dr. D. D. Creech regarding the application for participation in the Nursing Capitation Grant Program. The inquiry has been forwarded to the Division of Nursing at the National Institutes of Health for further response."]](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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1973 Correspondence Regarding Northeastern Oklahoma A. & M. College's Application for the Nursing Capitation Grant Program")
![["The document is a petition signed by various individuals who strongly object to a recent resolution submitted by the Cherokee Tribe of Oklahoma, requesting the transfer of the Community Health Representative's contract from the Delaware Tribe of Indians to the Cherokee Tribe. The signatories express their support for the Delaware Tribe, believing their delivery of health care services to American Indians is commendable."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Petition Against Awarding Community Health Representative Contract to Cherokee Tribe")
![["The document outlines the dire state of health care facilities for Indians in the United States, detailing issues such as long distances to reach Indian Health Service facilities, understaffing, outdated equipment, and unsafe buildings. It also mentions the lack of intensive care units and surgical suites in many IHS hospitals. The document highlights the need for modernization or replacement of these facilities, but notes the high cost and potential duplication of existing non-Indian facilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0000+-+Health,+Education+and+Welfare+-+Public+Health+Service+-+Oklahoma+(Miscellaneous),+1975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Grave Health Care Crisis among Indian Americans: A Call for Reform")
![["The document discusses the lack of adequate medical care for the Indian population in Seminole County, Oklahoma due to a shortage of hospitals, doctors, and nurses. It also provides demographic information about the Indian population in the county and their access to healthcare services. The document highlights the need for a health clinic to address the health problems in the Indian community and improve access to medical services. It also mentions the Shawnee Indian Health Service Unit as a key provider of healthcare services for the Indian population in the area."]](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_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Healthcare Shortage and Rising Indigenous Population in Seminole County: An Urgent Call for Improved Medical Services")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes has proposed the establishment of outpatient clinics in Eastern Oklahoma to improve healthcare for American Indians. The Indian Health Service does not currently have the resources to open and staff these facilities but will make efforts to seek the necessary resources. The Council's proposal and recommendations have been forwarded to the Director of the Indian Health Service for consideration. The Council urges the Oklahoma Congressional delegation to support the establishment of these clinics."]](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_122_13_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Out-patient%20Centers,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_122_13_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Proposal for Outpatient Clinics in Eastern Oklahoma by the Inter-Tribal Council")
![["Senator James Abourezk is inviting Dewey Bartlett to attend a planning conference on Indian Health Care due to a severe crisis in the Indian Health Services' ability to deliver primary health care. The conference will focus on identifying critical issues that require administrative and legislative action and discussing the role of Indian health care in National Health Insurance plans. Various guests and sponsors will be in attendance, with a detailed agenda for the conference including morning and afternoon sessions."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Letter for a Planning Conference on Indian Health Care in 1974 by Senator James Abourezk")
![["The Chamber of Commerce in Anadarko, Oklahoma wrote to Ms. Hazel Elbert, Special Assistant to Senator Dewey Bartlett, requesting information on the amount of money spent on Indian Health, the number of Indians served, the breakdown of spending in Oklahoma, and suggestions for improving Indian health care. They expressed concern about the lack of adequate health care for Indians and requested assistance and cooperation in addressing the issue. When they did not receive a response, they sent a follow-up letter on March 19, 1974."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information and Actions on Improving Indian Health Services in Oklahoma")
![["The Housing Assistance Council Inc. is advocating for changes in Indian housing programs to address the high rates of substandard housing and poverty among reservation Indians. They have proposed administrative changes, including giving tribes coordinating responsibilities for all housing programs, establishing an Assistant Secretary of Indian Programs at HUD, and allocating a minimum of 10,000 units for Indian housing. They stress the importance of deep subsidy programs and regular congressional hearings to address the unique challenges faced by Indian communities. Ultimately, they emphasize the need to fulfill the promise of decent housing for all, including the first Americans."]](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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing: Executive Director of Housing Assistance Council Proposes Six Administrative Changes to Senate Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a petition to Congressman Carl Albert urging for the establishment of a United States Public Health Clinic for Indians in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The Indian people in the area are in need of better healthcare facilities and are requesting support from the Congressman to address this pressing issue. Additionally, there is a plea to retain the Bureau of Indian Affairs Offices in Ardmore and to consider locating the Chickasaw Housing Authority and any future Indian hospital in the area. There are multiple signatures attached to the petitions, and the Congressman is being asked to assist in addressing these healthcare needs."]](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_123_1_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Ardmore,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_1_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Establishment of a United States Public Health Clinic for Indians in Ardmore, Oklahoma")
![["The Indian Health Service does not currently have medical facilities in Ardmore, Oklahoma but has plans to upgrade a clinic in Tishomingo and establish a full-time clinic or hospital in Ada, Oklahoma to improve health services for the Indian people in the area. They appreciate the interest and concern shown by the Speaker of the House."]](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_12_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Indian%20Health%20Service%20-%20Ada,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_12_0030_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Indian Health Service Medical Facilities in Oklahoma")