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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to a Fashion Show Honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees by The Bureau of Indian Affairs and The Sequoyah Weaver's Association
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Uncovering Hidden Talent: An Exhibition of American Indian Art Sponsored by Arizona State University, University of South Dakota, and University of Utah
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to the Style Show, Luncheon, and Wrangling Awards Dinner
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Origins and Commitment of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Improve Regional Education
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Higher--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0065
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1967 Invitation to Maria Martinez, Popovi Da, and Tony Da Art Preview at the Center for Arts of Indian America
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Judge the Annual Miss (Indian) America Pageant
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Missed Invitation and Communication with Miss India America Event Organizers
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Judge the Miss Indian America Pageant
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum Regarding All Nations Day and American Indian Art Display Discussion with Mrs. Sloan
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Sequoyah Weaver's Association are hosting a fashion show honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees on January 12, 1967 at Northeastern State College Auditorium in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. There will be a reception following the event in the Practical Arts Building."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to a Fashion Show Honoring the Oklahoma Cherokees by The Bureau of Indian Affairs and The Sequoyah Weaver's Association")
![["The document describes an exhibition of paintings and sculptures by newly discovered American Indian artists, sponsored by Arizona State University, the University of South Dakota, and the University of Utah in cooperation with the Office of Economic Opportunity. The exhibition took place at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. and was attended by various dignitaries and political figures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Uncovering Hidden Talent: An Exhibition of American Indian Art Sponsored by Arizona State University, University of South Dakota, and University of Utah")
![["The document is an invitation to a style show and luncheon at the National Cowboy Hall of Fame, as well as a request to tape a program for the PTA Pointer. The sender mentions a possible summer party and expresses interest in meeting up between April and June. The recipient is unable to attend the style show but looks forward to future communication and possibly meeting up in Europe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to the Style Show, Luncheon, and Wrangling Awards Dinner")
![["The Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory (SWCEL) was created to address the educational needs of minority groups in the Southwest region, including Spanish speakers and Native Americans who have historically faced challenges in achieving higher levels of education. SWCEL conducts research and disseminates information to help schools better serve these subcultures and overcome cultural barriers to education. The organization aims to improve educational outcomes and address issues of poverty and frustration resulting from lack of access to quality education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0048_thumbnail.jpg "The Origins and Commitment of the Southwestern Cooperative Educational Laboratory to Improve Regional Education")
![["The Secretary of the Interior and Mrs. Stewart L. Udall, along with the Center for Arts of Indian America, are hosting a preview event for pottery and paintings by Maria Martinez, Popovi Da, and Tony Da. The event will take place on May 15, 1967 from six to eight o'clock at the Art Gallery in the Interior Building in Washington, D.C."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0065_thumbnail.jpg "1967 Invitation to Maria Martinez, Popovi Da, and Tony Da Art Preview at the Center for Arts of Indian America")
![["The letter invites LaDonna Harris to serve as a judge for the MISS (INDIAN) AMERICA Pageant during the All American Indian Days event. The judges are tasked with selecting a young lady who embodies the qualities of a true Indian and can promote the purpose of the event. The letter emphasizes that the position is voluntary and does not offer any compensation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Judge the Annual Miss (Indian) America Pageant")
![["The memo discusses an invitation that was not received and suggests contacting the Executive Secretary of the group, Miss Haddie de Lapp, to explain the reason for declining. It mentions that the invitation had come from Mr. Jack Mullinax, but Miss de Lapp would be the best person to reach. It also provides information about the upcoming announcement of Miss India: America by a panel of judges and the competition involving contestants with various backgrounds and titles."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Missed Invitation and Communication with Miss India America Event Organizers")
![["Norma received a call from Scott Henderson of the BIA informing her that the All American Indian Days of Sheridan, Wyoming had invited LaDonna Harris to be a judge for Miss Indian America on Aug. 4-6. LaDonna Harris would not be back until July 6 and typically went to Oklahoma on weekends, so it was unlikely she could attend. Norma transferred the call to the recipient, who was at lunch, and took down the details for them. The All American Indian Days expressed their interest in having LaDonna Harris present for the event and hoped she would be able to attend in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Judge the Miss Indian America Pageant")
![["The memo discusses a conversation with Mrs. Sloan about All Nations Day and an upcoming Indian Art display at the Smithsonian. Mrs. Sloan mentioned working closely with the American Indian and Eskimo Cultural Foundation and hopes to connect with her sister in the future. It also mentions arranging a phone call with Mr. Williams."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum Regarding All Nations Day and American Indian Art Display Discussion with Mrs. Sloan")
![["The All Nations Day Festival is held annually at Gwynn Oak Park in Baltimore, Maryland. The festival promotes friendship between people of all lands and showcases their customs, history, and cultural contributions. Participants can exhibit international exhibits, sell characteristic foods and drinks at bazaars, march in a colorful parade in traditional dress, and perform in a pageant. There are no fees for participation, and all publicity must align with the festival's objective of promoting friendship. The deadline for indicating participation is May 1st, and all communications should be addressed to Gereld L. Greenstreet."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to the 17th Annual All Nations Day Festival at Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore")