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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Communities: Vocational Training and Economic Success
- Date:
- 1965-06-04
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chippewa Nation, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Comanche Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation, Seminole Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Case of Mrs. Helen Edge: Seeking a Patent for Land Allotment
- Date:
- 1965-06-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- The Historic Relationship Between American Indians and Society
- Date:
- 1965-06-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Sac and Fox Nation, Creek Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Justice: The Story of Helen Edge, a Caddo Indian Woman in Fort Cobb
- Date:
- 1965-08-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of Gratitude for Governor Overton James by Pontotoc County Chickasaw Tribal Council
- Date:
- 1965-09-24
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of Gratitude and Recommendation for Governor Overton James
- Date:
- 1965-09-24
- Creator:
- Imotichey, Jerry (1938-2016), James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns over Transfer of Virgil N. Harrington to Alaska
- Date:
- 1965-10-26
- Creator:
- Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Naturalization of Adopted Children: Requirements and Procedures
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Exendine: Collaborating on Technical Training for Indian Tanker Personnel
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Joe Exendine Requests Release of Work Grades at Tinker
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- Exendine, Joe N.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has renewed contracts with six manufacturers to provide on-the-job training for 236 American Indians in various industrial skills. The training is part of the Employment Assistance Program to help reservation Indians find jobs. The companies involved include Harry Winston, Inc., Mitchell Furniture Industries, Inc., Northern Cedarcraft Products, Inc., Sequoyah Mills, Inc., Systems Engineering Electronics, Inc., and Venride, Inc. The total contract amount is over $150,000."]](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_52_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Communities: Vocational Training and Economic Success")
![["Helen Edge, a 53-year-old Caddo Indian woman from Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, is seeking a patent for her land allotment in order to secure a better future for herself and her children. She is currently struggling to make ends meet by working in a cafe, while her son is unable to hold a job due to a sunlight allergy. Despite her efforts, the Agency has denied her application for a patent and advised her to find a better job, which she finds challenging. Helen is requesting assistance from Senator Fred Harris to help her achieve her goal of obtaining a patent for her land and improving her financial situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Case of Mrs. Helen Edge: Seeking a Patent for Land Allotment")
![["This text lists the governing bodies of various Indian groups in different states, under federal supervision. It includes the title of the presiding officer, address, and contact information for each group. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is responsible for overseeing these groups."]](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_52_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0014_thumbnail.jpg "The Historic Relationship Between American Indians and Society")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is writing to Commissioner Buck Cook about the conditions in Canton regarding Indian children. He has received a report from the Acting Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs and is encouraged by the findings. Harris hopes that with the efforts of various agencies, improvements can be made for the children of those who have been jailed. He offers his assistance to Commissioner Cook in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Justice: The Story of Helen Edge, a Caddo Indian Woman in Fort Cobb")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a resolution from the Murray County Chickasaw Tribal Council expressing gratitude to Governor Overton James for his leadership and recommending his reappointment. The Bureau confirmed that they also recommended his reappointment and hoped for a public announcement soon. The resolution highlighted Governor James' efforts to improve the social and economic status of Tribal members and represented the Tribe with honor. The resolution was sent to various officials and a copy was presented to Governor James."]](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_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of Gratitude for Governor Overton James by Pontotoc County Chickasaw Tribal Council")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Carl Albert to Marvin Liddell, expressing gratitude for sending a resolution in support of the reappointment of Overton James as Governor of the Chickasaw Nation of Indians. The resolution highlights James' dedication to the Chickasaw people and recommends his reappointment."]](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_52_34_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_34_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of Gratitude and Recommendation for Governor Overton James")
![["The document is a series of letters and resolutions recommending Houston Bus Hill, a Choctaw Indian attorney, for the position of Assistant Secretary of the Interior in charge of Indian Affairs or Public Land Management. Various individuals and tribal councils express their support for Hill's appointment, citing his qualifications, experience, and loyalty to the Democratic party. The documents highlight Hill's legal expertise, experience with Indian affairs, and endorsement from the Choctaw Tribal Council."]](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_52_33_0000-Interior%20-%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_52_33_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns over Transfer of Virgil N. Harrington to Alaska")
![["Wall receives a letter from Exendine regarding technical training for Indians at Tanker. He is instructed to write to Ren Makee asking for cooperation from his personnel in identifying areas of greatest need."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Naturalization of Adopted Children: Requirements and Procedures")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs received a letter from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a training program proposed by Lear Siegler, Inc., Service Corporation. The Bureau indicated interest in entering into a training agreement to train Indians. The Bureau does not receive funds from the Office of Economic Opportunity for these programs, but can assist in coordinating with them if needed. They appreciate the Senator's interest in developing training and employment opportunities for Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Exendine: Collaborating on Technical Training for Indian Tanker Personnel")
![["Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, is writing to Joe Exendine, the Director of Special Projects at Lear Siegler Service, Inc., regarding a training proposal for Indians. Harris has received a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs about the proposal and is asking Exendine to let him know what steps he wants to take next. Harris looks forward to hearing from Exendine soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Joe Exendine Requests Release of Work Grades at Tinker")