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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966-1967 Anniversary Celebrations and Initiatives by the Okmulgee Cultural Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts, Inc.
- Date:
- 1966-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0051
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Efforts to Secure Caddo County's Eligibility under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965
- Date:
- 1966-06-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Pride in Indian and Eskimo Children: A Story of Recognition and Appreciation
- Date:
- 1966-06-10
- Creator:
- Bennett, Robert L. (Robert LaFollette), 1912-2002
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris's Letter to Kye Yackeyonny Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs' Actions
- Date:
- 1966-06-14
- Creator:
- Yackeyonny, Kye
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala
- Date:
- 1966-06-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Expansion of Public Health Services in Talihina, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1966-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Property Dispute
- Date:
- 1966-07-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concerns Over Appointment of Executive Officer for Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1966-08-01
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence with Mrs. Sula Saltsman Goodman Regarding Indian Health
- Date:
- 1966-08-03
- Creator:
- Goodman, Sula Grace
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding a Peace Corps Mission for American and South American Indians
- Date:
- 1966-08-09
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The text outlines the plans and events organized by the Okmulgee Cultural Foundation for the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Creek Capital. The foundation has scheduled various events throughout the year, including one-man shows by Creek Indian artists, proclamation by the Mayor, a Chamber of Commerce dinner, a Wild Onion Dinner, and an Indian Pow-WOW. The foundation aims to promote art, music, and talent, especially of the American Indian, and educate the public about their culture. They also plan to raise funds for educational and developmental programs for Indian talent and establish a permanent cultural center."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "1966-1967 Anniversary Celebrations and Initiatives by the Okmulgee Cultural Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts, Inc.")
![["Wallace Kidd called to inform Dr. William R. Carmack that Caddo County's application for eligibility under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 is based on language inserted by Senator Harris that allows counties with federal or state Indian reservations or restricted Indian lands to qualify. The application will be presented to the new Commissioner and then hand-carried to Washington. Wallace hopes Dr. Carmack will help push it through as Caddo County's industrialization efforts will suffer a setback without approval. Grady County was previously eligible under the program but was recently removed due to economic improvements."]](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_0051_thumbnail.jpg "Efforts to Secure Caddo County's Eligibility under the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965")
![["The document consists of a series of letters congratulating the Department of the Interior on their publication \"Indian and Eskimo Children\" winning an award for excellence. The documents express pride and appreciation for the publication and highlight the importance of learning about and respecting the traditions and culture of American Indians and Eskimos. The publication aims to educate children about these 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_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Pride in Indian and Eskimo Children: A Story of Recognition and Appreciation")
![["The letter is from Fred R. Harris to Kye Yackeyonny regarding steps being taken by the Bureau of Indian Affairs to recoup amounts from Individual Indian Money Accounts. Harris acknowledges Yackeyonny's hard efforts and patience and offers further assistance if needed."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris's Letter to Kye Yackeyonny Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs' Actions")
![["The text is a series of letters concerning a discrimination case filed by Joseph L. Shankhamala. The Department of Interior closed the case based on procedural aspects and Shankhamala's rejection of a hearing. Senator Fred R. Harris expresses regret that a more favorable reply could not be given and advises Shankhamala of his right to appeal to the Civil Service Commission. There is also mention of Shankhamala's employment situation and desire for a transfer."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala")
![["The document is a letter from Carl Albert to Sula Goodman discussing a County Health Department Program Plan for Latimer County. Albert provides names of contacts in the county and expresses interest in being interviewed. The document also includes information about the addition of a nutritionist at Talihina Service Unit and plans for the publication \"Talking Leaves.\""]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Expansion of Public Health Services in Talihina, Oklahoma")
![["The letter is in response to Sam L. Liles regarding the distribution of funds from the estate of Flora House. The Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that Johnson is the surviving husband of Flora House and suggests that the funds be distributed to him and LeForce as per a court judgment. They agree to pay the uncontroversial portion of the money to Johnson and wait for him and LeForce to resolve their claim to the remainder. The letter is signed by Acting Commissioner Theodore Taylor."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Property Dispute")
![["Mr. John Spaan from Oklahoma City called the office about the selection of the Executive Officer for the Division of Indian Health. He is interested in the position but believes Mr. Frank Ellis from Alaska may be appointed instead. Spaan has contacted Congressmen for help with his Civil Service rating. Spaan is a friend of the office and is dedicated to obtaining the position."]](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_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Concerns Over Appointment of Executive Officer for Division of Indian Health")
![["The document is from Carl Albert to Sula Saltsman Goodman, thanking her for sending clippings and commenting on them. He asks about the reply she received from those addressed and expresses appreciation for her efforts."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence with Mrs. Sula Saltsman Goodman Regarding Indian Health")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Kirk Breed, expressing gratitude for a picture sent by Harris and discussing their mutual interest in promoting opportunities for American Indians. Breed also offered to help with the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity program. Harris replied, expressing gratitude for Breed's support and interest in a potential Peace Corps mission involving American Indians and South American Indians. Harris also mentioned the positive impact of his previous visits to Chile and expressed excitement about potentially working together in the future."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding a Peace Corps Mission for American and South American Indians")