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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Hooper expresses concern about veterans' pension bill, Jones promises support.
- Date:
- 1973-09-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Dispute at Anadarko American Indian Special Services
- Date:
- 1973-10-09
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Substance abuse, Transportation--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Request for Medical Assistance from Indian Health Service in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-10-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_122_13_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Choctaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Inadequacies of Healthcare Services for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 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_15_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Annual Budget Proposal for Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council, Inc.
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Budget Proposal for Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council, Inc.
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Overview and Progress of the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project: A Three-Year Review
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Prescription drugs--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Bob R. Hooper wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about a veterans' pension bill that would count spouses' income towards veterans' pension eligibility. He requested that Jones do everything he can to prevent this part of the bill from passing, as it would create hardship for many non-service connected disabled veterans and their families. Jones responded, thanking Hooper for his letter and assuring him that he will support proposals that best serve the needs of veterans when the final legislation comes before the House."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0000-Veterans%20Affairs%20-%20Disability%20Compensation,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_10_3_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Hooper expresses concern about veterans' pension bill, Jones promises support.")
![["The document is a series of letters and correspondence concerning Pat Hayes' dismissal from an alcohol program receiving federal funds. Pat Hayes is requesting reinstatement with back pay and a federal investigation into the program. The documents are being forwarded to various officials for review and action."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Dispute at Anadarko American Indian Special Services")
![["Dennis Sharp is seeking medical assistance from the Indian Health Service in Oklahoma for his wife's emergency medical treatment. He has not received a response from the Indian Hospital at Lawton and is now facing a large bill that he cannot pay. He has reached out to United States Senator Dewey Bartlett for assistance in resolving the matter."]](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_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Request for Medical Assistance from Indian Health Service in Oklahoma")
![["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")
![["A contract was awarded to Moats Drilling Company for the installation of wells in Washington. A ground-breaking ceremony for a new Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma was held. The facility will be named after the principal chief of the Choctaw Nation and will provide health care to individuals with at least one-quarter Indian bloodline. The facility is expected to cost a quarter of a million dollars and employ approximately 17 people. The site for the health center was offered by the Golden Age Home board, and construction is being done by Choctaw Service and Supply Company. Chief Belvin expressed gratitude to various parties involved in making the construction of the clinic possible."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Building Better Health: The Harry J. W. Belvin Indian Health Center in Hugo")
![["The document discusses the lack of adequate healthcare access for Native Americans, particularly in remote areas where Indian Health Service (IHS) hospitals are the only option. Budgetary problems have led to limited services at these hospitals, with only pregnant women and emergency patients being admitted. The lack of transportation and inadequate facilities further exacerbate the issue, treating Native Americans as second class citizens. The document suggests various solutions, including replacing and funding IHS hospitals, modernizing facilities for clinic work, and ensuring access to immediate 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_131_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Inadequacies of Healthcare Services for Native Americans")
![["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 Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council, Inc. has requested funds from the Indian Health Service for salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for various positions within the organization. The total budget for this period is $194,400, with $169,400 allocated for direct labor costs and $25,000 for fringe benefits."]](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_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Annual Budget Proposal for Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council, Inc.")
![["The Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council is requesting a total of $34,600 in funds from the Indian Health Service for various expenses such as postage, telephones, utilities, rent, maintenance, training, board meetings, printing costs, and insurance."]](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_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Budget Proposal for Central Oklahoma American Indian Health Council, Inc.")
![["The Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project has been working for two years to identify and address the health needs of the Indian population in the area. They have made some progress in improving access to health delivery, including opening an Indian Clinic and establishing relationships with other healthcare facilities. However, there are still challenges with admitting Indian patients to local hospitals. The project is working on establishing billing and reimbursement systems to further improve healthcare access for the Indian population."]](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_15_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Oklahoma%20(Miscellaneous),%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_15_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Overview and Progress of the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project: A Three-Year Review")