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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of a National Indian Advisory Committee: Response to Senator Harris
- Date:
- 1966-07-22
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Update on Proposal for National Indian Advisory Committee
- Date:
- 1966-07-26
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- A Study of Present Pawnee Ceremonial Events: Their Occurrence and Social Significance
- Date:
- 1966-08-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs Issue
- Date:
- 1966-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cayuga Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Request for Report on Yuchi People Recording Tape
- Date:
- 1966-08-17
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Caddo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Seneca Indian Tribe Claims
- Date:
- 1966-08-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Lawsuit Funds for Mrs. Gertrude Lefthand's Grandchildren
- Date:
- 1966-08-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Fishing Treaty for Oklahoma Indians
- Date:
- 1966-08-31
- Creator:
- Tinker, Sylvester, 1903-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Seneca Indian Tribal Claims Report: A Response from Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1966-09-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_12_0058
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Indian Hunting and Fishing Treaty: Response from United States Senate
- Date:
- 1966-09-12
- Creator:
- Tinker, Sylvester, 1903-1991
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The President of the National Congress of American Indians, Wendell Chino, wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris expressing appreciation for his speech on the \"New Destiny for American Indians\" and agreeing with the need for a new approach to solving Indian problems. Chino also emphasized the importance of Indian leaders being actively involved in finding solutions and offered to discuss these issues further during a visit to Washington. He urged for the formation of a top policy making advisory group comprised of tribal leaders representative of Indian groups throughout the United States to help further the development of the American Indian people."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of a National Indian Advisory Committee: Response to Senator Harris")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mr. Wendell Chino, President of the National Congress of American Indians, regarding a speech on the \"New Destiny for American Indians. Senator Harris is pleased with the new sense of purpose within the Bureau and will contact Secretary Udall about forming an advisory group representing Indian groups. Senator Harris will provide further information to Mr. Chino once available."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Proposal for National Indian Advisory Committee")
![["The pilot project, Oklahoma Indian Council Dietary Component Cooking and Nutrition Project, aims to address poverty and its effects on minority groups in Oklahoma City. The project focuses on improving food habits, teaching budgeting and food selection, compiling healthy recipes based on Native American cooking customs, and promoting fellowship among participants. The project will be conducted over five years and includes specialized curriculum development, cooking and nutrition courses, and teacher training. The goal is to provide resources and education to help individuals in lower income groups improve their diets and health."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "A Study of Present Pawnee Ceremonial Events: Their Occurrence and Social Significance")
![["The document provides information to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding tribal claims of the Seneca Indians that were filed with the Indian Claims Commission. It mentions that many claims have been filed and are being prosecuted by different groups representing the Seneca Nation. The document also discusses a specific case that was dismissed by the Indian Claims Commission but later sent back for further review by the Court of Claims. It mentions that the Indian Claims Commission is set to continue until April 10, 1967, and there are bills before Congress to extend its life for another two years."]](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_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs Issue")
![["The document is a response to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding a lawsuit settlement received on behalf of two grandchildren. The children's mother passed away, and the funds were to be supervised by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. It is recommended that the funds be deposited with the Bureau due to concerns about the grandmother's stability and ability to care for the children. The document expresses appreciation for the Senator's interest in the case."]](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_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Report on Yuchi People Recording Tape")
![["The Indian Claims Commission ruled in 1962 that the Creek Nation is entitled to $3,913,000 in compensation from the United States. The case was later dismissed by the Court of Claims and denied by the Supreme Court. Congress approved funds for the judgement in 1965, but separate legislation is needed for distribution. Correspondence regarding the claim should be directed to the Bureau's area office in Muskogee, Oklahoma."]](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_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Seneca Indian Tribe Claims")
![["Mrs. Gertrude Lefthand has requested assistance from Senator Fred R. Harris regarding money awarded to her grandchildren in a lawsuit involving the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Harris has contacted the Bureau for more information and will provide assistance once he receives a report. Mrs. Lefthand explains in her letter that the money is meant to support her and her grandchildren, as her daughter, who was a member of the tribe, passed away. The money was awarded in a lawsuit against a trucking company."]](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_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Lawsuit Funds for Mrs. Gertrude Lefthand's Grandchildren")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris thanks Mrs. Martha R. Siegel for her letter and proposal regarding a study on the Pawnee Indians. He has forwarded the proposal to the appropriate person and acknowledges the issues raised regarding a bill he introduced. He assures Mrs. Siegel that he will carefully consider the reports and recommendations provided."]](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_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Fishing Treaty for Oklahoma Indians")
![["Mr. W.E. Duff wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, requesting information on the Seneca Indian Tribe claims. Harris responded, stating that he had contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for the information and would get back to Duff once he had it. Duff had also inquired about the attorneys handling the claims and the progress of the claims, expressing concern about the expiration of the Indian Claims Commission. Harris thanked Duff for his inquiry and promised to share any information with the Seneca Indians in Oklahoma."]](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_0053_thumbnail.jpg "The Seneca Indian Tribal Claims Report: A Response from Fred R. Harris")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is requesting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a treaty that allows Oklahoma Indians to fish without a license. He has been contacted by Mr. Sylvester Tinker of the Osage Tribal Council and wants to properly inform him on the matter."]](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_0058_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Indian Hunting and Fishing Treaty: Response from United States Senate")