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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Tax Claim: A Letter to Kye Yackeyonny from U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1965-05-24
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0044
- 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 Regarding Discipline Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1965-05-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Report on Housing Needs of Indians in Eastern Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1965-06-18
- Creator:
- Imotichey, Jerry (1938-2016)
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, United States--Armed Forces, United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Renewal of Contract for Agricultural and Home Extension Services for Oklahoma State University and Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1965-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_851
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Freshmen senators occupy adjoining seats on the back row of the Senate chamber
- Date:
- 1965-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Growing Strong: A Report on the Indian Health Program of the U.S. Public Health Service
- Date:
- 1965-08-01
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States, Older people--Medical care--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Review of Indian Health Area Public Information Specialist Position and Performance Feedback
- Date:
- 1965-09-21
- Creator:
- Goodman, Sula Grace
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men
- Date:
- 1965-12-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.
- Date:
- 1965-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Kye Yackeyonny sent a letter to Fred R. Harris regarding a tax claim, and Harris has contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for a report on the matter. Harris will write to Yackeyonny again once he receives the report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Tax Claim: A Letter to Kye Yackeyonny from U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["Miss Roxie Plumlee wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris about the level of discipline at Fort Sill Indian School. Harris contacted officials at the Bureau of Indian Affairs who expressed interest in the situation and recommended that Plumlee speak with the Area Director, Leslie Towle. Harris advised Plumlee to have a conversation with Towle and share his advice with him. He also mentioned that he would like to know the outcome of the conversation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Discipline Concerns at Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The document from the Honorable Carl Albert to the President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes discusses the housing needs of Indians in eastern Oklahoma. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development provides a report on the low-rent housing program for the Five Civilized Tribes, outlining the status of various projects and the need for cooperation between different agencies to address the housing needs. The document expresses a commitment to working together to expedite the housing projects for the benefit of the tribes."]](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_63_25_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development-Indian%20Housing,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Report on Housing Needs of Indians in Eastern Oklahoma")
![["The text discusses the renewal of a negotiated contract between the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Oklahoma State University Extension Service for agricultural and home Extension services for Indians in Oklahoma. The contract is for the fiscal year starting July 1, 1965, and is in the amount of $136,565.00. There are concerns about potential budget cuts affecting the program, and coordination with other individuals is suggested to address the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Renewal of Contract for Agricultural and Home Extension Services for Oklahoma State University and Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The United States Senate released a memo in July 1967 detailing the performance of then-Sheriff Claude Johnson at the First Ladies' Brandeis Luncheon. According to the memo, Johnson was praised for his handling of the event and the ladies in attendance were very pleased with his work."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/Fred%20Harris%20Photograph%20Series%201963-1974-CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_11_0000_0000_851_thumbnail.jpg "Freshmen senators occupy adjoining seats on the back row of the Senate chamber")
![["This report on the Indian Health Program of the U.S. Public Health Service outlines the growth and progress of the program from 1955 to 1967. It highlights the increase in staff, facilities, services, and budget to meet the expanding health needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. The report also discusses the construction of sanitation facilities, improvements in healthcare infrastructure, and the ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services for Indigenous communities."]](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_63_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Growing Strong: A Report on the Indian Health Program of the U.S. Public Health Service")
![["The Indian Health Area Director is thanking the Public Information Specialist for reviewing their position description and performance requirements. They discuss improvements needed in news and media coverage, newsletter publication, and internal communications. The Director expresses disappointment in the classification of their position and hopes for a fair adjustment in the future. They also commend the Specialist for their efforts in improving communication with tribal 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_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Review of Indian Health Area Public Information Specialist Position and Performance Feedback")
![["The text is a series of letters between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the topic of American Indians and their rights. Mrs. Duer expresses her interest in assisting with Indian matters and highlights a remark made on television about Indians. Senator Harris acknowledges her letter, sends her a copy of a speech he made on American Indians, and adds her name to the membership list of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity. The letters also touch upon the discovery and exploration of the Americas by different cultures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966")
![["The text is a resolution from the Improved Order of Red Men expressing concern about various issues affecting Americanism, such as draft dodging, anti-government protests, Supreme Court decisions, tax burdens, and international tensions. The resolution calls for support for President Lyndon B. Johnson's actions in Vietnam, measures to combat draft dodging, and legislative changes to protect American liberties. It also urges for the government to address bureaucracy, government growth, taxpayer burdens, and foreign aid. The resolution concludes by stating that copies will be sent to the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and Cabinet members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men")
![["On December 22, 1965, the Bureau of Indian Affairs awarded a contract to Elliott Brothers, Inc. for road construction in Cotton County, Oklahoma. The contract is for grading, drainage, soil-asphalt stabilization, and surfacing on 4.498 miles of road. The contract is worth $79,978 and was awarded to a small business on December 21, 1965."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.")