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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Disposition of Funds for the Yavapai Apache Tribe: The 1971 Bill Introduced by Mr. Steiger of Arizona"
- Date:
- 1969-07-22
- Creator:
- Steiger, Samuel (Sam), 1929-2012
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969
- Date:
- 1969-10-31
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community
- Date:
- 1969-12-07
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Correspondence Between Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare and Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Anti-Indian Accusations in the Elgin School System: A Closer Look at Dale Osborn's Record
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Addressed to W.S. Senate Concerning Disparities in Indian Affairs and Healthcare Services in 1970
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Approval of Training Courses for Indian Truck Drivers at the American Truck Driving Academy
- Date:
- 1970-01-12
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_58_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Government Intervention in Cohen v. Curry: A Case of Unfair Legal Fees from Indian Trust Funds
- Date:
- 1970-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Medical Research Funding for Artificial Kidneys and Transplants: A Plea from a Beneficiary
- Date:
- 1970-03-18
- Creator:
- Belcher, Page Henry, 1899-1980
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding Developments in the American Indian Law Center Program
- Date:
- 1970-04-15
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["H.R. 8694 is a bill introduced by Mr. Steiger of Arizona in the House of Representatives in 1971. The bill is aimed at providing for the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Yavapai Apache Tribe in Indian Claims Commission dockets numbered 22-E and 22-F. It outlines the process for distributing the funds among various groups, enrollment criteria, tax exemptions, and the establishment of rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of the Act."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "\"Disposition of Funds for the Yavapai Apache Tribe: The 1971 Bill Introduced by Mr. Steiger of Arizona\"")
![["A prominent Democrat will be a special guest at a rally sponsored by Davidson County Democrats. The rally will feature national party leaders and proceeds will be used for party efforts in the 1970 elections. Senator Fred Harris and Senator Edmund Muskie will also be speaking at events in Tennessee. Additionally, there are discussions about increasing membership dues for the Girl Scouts and discontinuing the uniform. LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, is involved in committee affairs at the Democratic National Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Prominent Democrats Rally in Oklahoma and Girl Scout Leaders Plan National Council Trip: Events of 1969")
![["The letter from the Rocky Boy School Committee, Inc. to Senator Fred Harris outlines the struggles faced by the people of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation in setting up a new elementary school district. They detail the lack of representation in the current school system, poor academic performance of students, and lack of consultation in important decisions. The committee seeks Senator Harris' support in their efforts to establish their own school district, highlighting financial viability and potential challenges. They request letters of support from prominent officials to help ensure their petition is taken seriously by county officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_020_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a New Elementary School District: The Effort of Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation Community")
![["A letter was sent to the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare regarding the number of Indians employed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and their functions and responsibilities. The Bureau is collecting the requested information and will provide it once assembled."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_005_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Correspondence Between Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare and Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a letter addressing anti-Indian prejudice in the Elgin school system, specifically mentioning Mr. Dale Osborn, a coach accused of being involved in a violent incident. The letter provides background on Osborn's positive work with Native American students in Montana and Oklahoma before moving to Elgin. It highlights his efforts to support students academically and personally, including helping them find scholarships and job opportunities. The letter calls for accusations to be proven and questions the validity of the accusations against Osborn, who is part Native American himself. The letter suggests that the loss of Osborn as a friend and advocate for Native American students is an injustice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_007_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Anti-Indian Accusations in the Elgin School System: A Closer Look at Dale Osborn's Record")
![["The letter is written to a senator expressing frustration with the lack of clear communication and problems faced in obtaining dental services for adults and elderly individuals. The writer also mentions unfair treatment by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in a technical school program and requests the senator to investigate and improve the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_052_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Addressed to W.S. Senate Concerning Disparities in Indian Affairs and Healthcare Services in 1970")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a request for information from the American Truck Driving Academy regarding training programs offered by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Bureau stated they have no record of the Academy requesting course approval and provided information on criteria for approval. The Academy expressed disappointment in the lack of support for training Indians as diesel truck drivers and requested assistance from Senator Harris in providing training for Indian individuals to enter the transportation industry. Senator Harris acknowledged the concern and mentioned checking into the possibilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Approval of Training Courses for Indian Truck Drivers at the American Truck Driving Academy")
![["James E. Curry, an attorney, is writing to Commissioner Louis R. Bruce urging government intervention in a case involving alleged excessive legal fees in Indian claims against the U.S. The case involves lawyers who did not perform the work they claim to have done and are now seeking payment. Curry believes the judgment is unjust and urges intervention before it is entered. He also details the history of the case, including personal attacks and attempts to cancel his contracts. Curry is fighting against paying the lawyers or their assignee, Mrs. Mears, as he believes they did not do the work they claim and are seeking an illegal fee."]](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_82_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Seminole,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_58_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Government Intervention in Cohen v. Curry: A Case of Unfair Legal Fees from Indian Trust Funds")
![["Richard L. Sifers, a resident of Oklahoma, wrote to Congressman Page Belcher expressing his support for the Jacobs-Javits Bill, which authorizes funds for medical research in artificial kidneys and transplants. Sifers, who currently uses an artificial kidney, emphasized the importance of such research in saving lives and improving quality of life. Congressman Belcher acknowledged Sifers' letter and informed him that it would be forwarded to Congressman John N. \"Happy\" Camp, who represents Sifers' district. Congressman Belcher assured Sifers that Congressman Camp would keep him informed on the progress of the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/91st%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_10_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0000-Labor%20and%20Public%20Welfare%20Legislative,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_10_144_6B_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Medical Research Funding for Artificial Kidneys and Transplants: A Plea from a Beneficiary")
![["The letter is expressing gratitude to Senator Fred R. Harris for his interest and support of the American Indian Law Center at the University of New Mexico. It mentions recent developments in the program, including the formation of an American Indian Law Students Association, and expresses optimism about the future impact of these students on the Indian cause. The director, Robert L. Bennett, signs off with well wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_20_007_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding Developments in the American Indian Law Center Program")