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- 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_3_282_4_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Reception Honoring Menominee Tribal Representatives in Support of Menominee Restoration Act
- Date:
- 1972-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Discuss the Americans for Indian Opportunity Action at Luncheon Hosted by Senator Harris's Office
- Date:
- 1972-04-18
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Jim Callahan Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Jack Curran Regarding AIO Action Council Funding Support
- Date:
- 1972-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["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")
![["The letter is inviting Ms. Evelyn Dubrow and her staff to a reception at the U.S. Capitol Building to honor the Menominee tribal representatives and discuss the Menominee Restoration Act, which aims to reinstate the Menominee Indians to recognized tribal status. The letter is signed by several members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Reception Honoring Menominee Tribal Representatives in Support of Menominee Restoration Act")
![["Senator Harris's office is inviting various individuals to a luncheon at the Congressional Hotel on April 18, 1972 to discuss the Americans for Indian Opportunity Action Trux fraud Council. Several individuals from different labor unions and organizations are invited, but some are unable to attend. Contact information for each individual is provided."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Discuss the Americans for Indian Opportunity Action at Luncheon Hosted by Senator Harris's Office")
![["The author, LaDonna Harris, expresses gratitude to Jim Callahan for attending a luncheon to discuss lobbying on Indian affairs. She includes a copy of a letter soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget and encloses a budget and annual report for Americans for Indian Opportunity. Harris asks Callahan to follow up with Mr. Jennings and to contact her or Margaret Gover promptly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Jim Callahan Regarding AIO Action Council and Indian Affairs Legislation")
![["The author, LaDonna Harris, expresses gratitude to Jack Curran for arranging a luncheon and for his interest and help in soliciting a contribution for the AIO Action Council budget. She encloses a letter to Mr. Fosco, a copy of the budget and Annual Report, and asks for follow-up on the letter. Harris emphasizes the urgency of the situation, particularly for the Menominees, and asks for a prompt response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%20Action%20Council,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_4_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Jack Curran Regarding AIO Action Council Funding Support")