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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Formation of Indian Impact Survey Team to Assess Consequences of Bureau of Indian Affairs Building Occupation: Request for Presidential Assistance
- Date:
- 1972-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_24_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Revitalizing Chilocco Indian School: A Letter to Honorable Julia Butler Hansen and the Analysis of the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-01-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Francelia White Eagle's Education
- Date:
- 1972-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Subcommittee Hearing on Indian Affairs: Witness Transcripts and Testimonies
- Date:
- 1972-06-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_24_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Urging the Continuation of the Bilingual Education Project at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School
- Date:
- 1972-06-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The Indian community, with the support of the National Congress of American Indians, has formed an Indian Impact Survey Team to assess the impact of the recent occupation and destruction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs building on Indian people and affairs. They are requesting assistance from President Richard M. Nixon in securing cooperation from federal officials and access to relevant documents to help the survey team complete its objective. Signed by Peter MacDonald, Chairman of the Impact Survey Team."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Occupation%20of%20the%20BIA%20Building%20in%20Washington,%20D.C.%20Statements%20Before%20the%20Subcommittee,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Formation of Indian Impact Survey Team to Assess Consequences of Bureau of Indian Affairs Building Occupation: Request for Presidential Assistance")
![["A letter addressed to Honorable Julia Butler Hansen from members of the Congress of the United States discusses the importance of the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma and the need for a major program and facility renewal. The document urges for the addition of $600,000 to the Fiscal 1973 budget of the Bureau of Indian Affairs for this project. Additionally, a press release announces the start of a review and analysis of the Chilocco Indian School to focus on long-term goals and planning. The review team includes members representing the Chilocco Advisory School Board, students, parents, and experts from the Bureau 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_24_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Chilocco%20Indian%20School,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_24_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Revitalizing Chilocco Indian School: A Letter to Honorable Julia Butler Hansen and the Analysis of the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["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. Grover Wilson received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding her foster daughter, Francelia White Eagle's education. The Bureau of Indian Affairs granted financial aid for her education at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. The Bureau initially did not cover out-of-state tuition costs but made an exception in this case. Mrs. Wilson was advised to contact Dr. Frank W. Martin if further assistance was needed. Senator Harris expressed his support and wished Francelia success in becoming a registered nurse."]](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_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Francelia White Eagle's Education")
![["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")
![["The document outlines the witnesses who appeared before the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs during hearings held on December 4, 5, and 6, 1972. The witnesses included government officials from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, General Services Administration, Office of Management and Budget, and other organizations related to Indian affairs."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Subcommittee Hearing on Indian Affairs: Witness Transcripts and Testimonies")
![["Oyate, Inc., a non-profit Indian-controlled state corporation, operated a successful bilingual education program at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School in South Dakota. Despite the program's success, there has been a delay in renewing the contract for the upcoming school year. The delay is due to tribal politics and the inadequacies of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' decision-making apparatus. The situation is further complicated by the actions of the local BIA Area Director. The Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards is advocating for the renewal of Oyate's contract and requesting immediate action to avoid further delays."]](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_006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Urging the Continuation of the Bilingual Education Project at Loneman Day School and Red Cloud Indian School")