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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Injustice and Activism: A Letter from Frances Wilson
- Date:
- 1971-12-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 92nd (1971-1973), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting
- Date:
- 1971/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Timely Payment of Choctaw Indian Claims
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Congressional Memorandum: Approval and Implementation of H.R. 10330 for Distribution of Judgment Funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, 1972"
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- McFarland, Sidney L.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Bureau of Indian Affairs Occupation: Investigation into Government Response and Tactics
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. & Mrs. Donald Bunch Addressing Concerns about Native American Welfare and Education in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1972-01-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Assistance for Floriene Chesbro's Son
- Date:
- 1972-01-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Aid to Lorraine P. Bruton and Patrick Dion Melendy Regarding Educational Assistance
- Date:
- 1972-03-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Jerry Muskrat's Request for Financial Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Teaching Positions in an Indian School
- Date:
- 1972-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document to the editor expresses frustration with the way tribal affairs are being conducted for the Creek Tribe, with decisions being made by leaders not representative of the Creek Indians themselves. The writer criticizes the lack of tribal council approval for proposals, the limited authority of the Advisory Committee, and the neglect of poverty areas within the Creek Nation. The document also questions the allocation of funds, specifically mentioning a discrepancy in a recent payment to Creek Indians in Alabama. The writer calls for transparency in tribal affairs and vows to continue advocating for the rights and well-being of the Creek people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Injustice and Activism: A Letter from Frances Wilson")
![["The Full Blood Creek Indians are holding a meeting in Weleetka, Oklahoma to seek equal rights and fair representation for the Creek Indians. They believe that the U.S. Government has not been supportive of their rights and are seeking legal answers to their problems. They are also discussing the need for a Creek council and fair representation in tribal matters. They emphasize the importance of unity and standing up for their beliefs to protect their land and trust funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting")
![["The Talihina Choctaw Indian Council held a meeting in 1951 to discuss the delay in payments to heirs of deceased allottees. They passed a resolution requesting a correspondence section be set up to provide information on payments, that claims be paid immediately when an heirship application is filed, and that the process be followed for future payments. The resolution was sent to various officials and individuals for action."]](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_11_58_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201951/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_11_58_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Timely Payment of Choctaw Indian Claims")
![["This is a memorandum from Sidney L. McFarland, Chief Clerk and Staff Director, regarding the approval of bill H.R. 10330 by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. The bill provides for the distribution of judgment funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to distribute the funds to eligible tribe members, with provisions for distribution to heirs, minors, and non compos mentis individuals. Unclaimed shares will revert to the tribe after a year. The bill is scheduled for consideration by the Full Committee on August 18, 1972."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0005_thumbnail.jpg "\"Congressional Memorandum: Approval and Implementation of H.R. 10330 for Distribution of Judgment Funds to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, 1972\"")
![["The House is investigating the tactics used during an occupation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs by Native American protesters. Critics have accused militants of pocketing money and causing damage, while officials tried to negotiate peacefully. Law enforcement considered using force to clear the building but ultimately did not. The White House team handling negotiations invoked executive privilege and did not testify. The government ultimately paid the protesters to leave."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Trail%20of%20Broken%20Treaties%20Caravan,%20Hearings,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Bureau of Indian Affairs Occupation: Investigation into Government Response and Tactics")
![["Senator Harris received a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bunch expressing concerns about the welfare of Native Americans, specifically those at the Chilocco Indian School. Senator Harris assured them of his continued interest in helping Native Americans and mentioned pending bills and projects to benefit them. He also mentioned a study commissioned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to address the problems of Indian education, including those at Chilocco. Eagleboy, on behalf of the Oklahoma Indian people, also requested Senator Harris' support in addressing the needs of the Chilocco Indian School and the Indian children it serves."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_003_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. & Mrs. Donald Bunch Addressing Concerns about Native American Welfare and Education in Oklahoma")
![["Mrs. Floriene Chesbro wrote to Senator Fred R. Harris seeking assistance for her son to obtain scholarship funds from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Harris responded by contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf. The Bureau sent application forms to Mrs. Chesbro's son, and she was advised to have him complete and return them by April 1st. Senator Harris expressed his willingness to help and support Mrs. Chesbro and her son in pursuing further education opportunities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Scholarship Assistance for Floriene Chesbro's Son")
![["Mrs. Lorraine P. Bruton wrote to Senator Fred R. Harris asking for help with funding for her LPN training at El Reno Oo-Tech. She explained her financial difficulties due to a recent separation from her husband. Senator Harris's caseworker, Beth A. Wolf, responded, offering to send information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs, but also mentioning the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare as a possible source of educational aid. Additionally, a letter from Patrick Melendy to the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare discussed the proposal for an educational facility on the former Adair Air Force Station property in Oregon. The letter highlighted the importance of providing educational opportunities for Indian and Mexican-American citizens."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_009_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Aid to Lorraine P. Bruton and Patrick Dion Melendy Regarding Educational Assistance")
![["Jerry Muskrat is a student in his last year of law training at Harvard Law School and has requested financial assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Bureau has declined to assume payment of his loan obligations but is currently funding him on a tuition and fees basis. Senator Fred Harris has expressed disappointment in the response from the Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and has requested a review of Muskrat's case. Muskrat has thanked Senator Harris for his efforts and is seeking further assistance in obtaining financial aid for his tuition expenses."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Jerry Muskrat's Request for Financial Assistance from the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Ms. Janet Greenawalt wrote to Senator Fred Harris expressing her interest in working on an Indian reservation or teaching at an Indian school. Senator Harris contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs on her behalf to inquire about summer employment opportunities. The Bureau informed Senator Harris that preference is given to individuals with Indian ancestry for summer positions and provided information on how Ms. Greenawalt could apply for a teaching position. Senator Harris assured Ms. Greenawalt that he would keep her updated on any developments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Indian%20Schools,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Teaching Positions in an Indian School")