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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Potential Vacancy for Superintendent of the Osage Agency
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Tribe Member's Inquiry into Allotted Land: Correspondence Between Roy Skaggs and the Department of the Interior
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Regulations for Petrified Wood Collection in 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Geological Information Request for Stevens County, Washington
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Home Purchase and Land Sale in 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Clarification on Cherokee Tribe Allotment for Roy Skaggs
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Monroney Regarding Construction Program at Sequoyah Indian School, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Minutes Regarding the 1963 General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes
- Date:
- 1963-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe
- Date:
- 1963-01-14
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Clarification on Mrs. Coate's Enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy
- Date:
- 1963-01-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The letter is from Senator Mike Monroney to John W. Tillman, recommending Franklin Shannon for the position of Superintendent of the Osage Agency. The Bureau of Indian Affairs states that there is currently no vacancy, but if one occurs, Shannon's qualifications will be considered. Tillman also endorses Shannon, highlighting his qualifications and long service with the Bureau. Senator Monroney expresses his appreciation for the endorsement and assures that Shannon will be considered if a vacancy arises."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0009.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Potential Vacancy for Superintendent of the Osage Agency")
![["Roy Skaggs wrote a letter to Senator A.S. Mike Monroney regarding a missing 10-acre fraction of land that should have been allotted to him as a member of the Cherokee Tribe of Indians. Senator Monroney forwarded the letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for investigation and promised to write back with a report once they have more information. Skaggs expressed his hope that the Senator can help him obtain the missing deed for the land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0011.pdf "Cherokee Tribe Member's Inquiry into Allotted Land: Correspondence Between Roy Skaggs and the Department of the Interior")
![["The text discusses the proposed regulations for the free-use removal of petrified wood from public lands. Various organizations and individuals have expressed concerns about the proposed rules, particularly the limit of 10 pounds of wood per day. The organizations have requested a reconsideration of the rule and suggest an increase to 150 pounds per day. The Bureau of Land Management has received a significant amount of feedback on the proposed regulations and is preparing to proceed with a decision."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0013.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Regulations for Petrified Wood Collection in 1963")
![["Senator Monroney received a letter from A. S. Marshal requesting information on the geological complexion of Stevens County, Washington. The request was referred to the U.S. Geological Survey, which provided information on past studies and drilling activities in the area. The U.S. Geological Survey indicated that Stevens County is not classified as a likely area for oil or gas production based on their findings. They also provided a list of publications and resources for further research on the geological aspects of Stevens County."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0017.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Geological Information Request for Stevens County, Washington")
![["Mrs. Alma N. Sine wrote to Senator Monroney seeking assistance with accessing funds from a land sale in order to purchase a home. The funds were deposited in September, but a clear title was not obtained until October. The purchase order and check were sent to the joint owners of the home on November 8. The Area Director thanked Senator Monroney for his interest in the matter and assured that efforts were being made to expedite the disbursement of funds. Senator Monroney forwarded Mrs. Sine's letter to the Anadarko Area Office for assistance, and they acknowledged receipt and indicated that they would contact their Area Field Representative for further information. Mrs. Sine expressed her urgency to move into the home before winter and requested prompt assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0021.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Home Purchase and Land Sale in 1963")
![["The letter to Roy Skaggs from the Bureau of Indian Affairs confirms that he was allotted 80 acres of land valued at $320, with his mother receiving $11.60 to equalize the allotment. This fulfills his entitlement as an allottee of the Cherokee Tribe. The letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs was in response to correspondence on behalf of Skaggs from Senator Mike Monroney."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0020.pdf "Clarification on Cherokee Tribe Allotment for Roy Skaggs")
![["The construction program at Sequoyah Indian School in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is scheduled for inclusion in the 1965 fiscal year budget. An architect has not been selected yet, but inquiries have been made to Oklahoma architects and a selection is expected soon. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has a policy of selecting architects and engineers from the same state as the project location."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20S-Z,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0022.pdf "Letter to Senator Monroney Regarding Construction Program at Sequoyah Indian School, 1963")
![["The text is a letter thanking Philemon Berry for providing minutes of a meeting of the General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes, along with resolutions adopted at the meeting. It mentions the controversy surrounding a meeting held on January 19, 1963, and discusses the actions taken by the Business Committee and a group in Apache, Oklahoma. The letter also includes details of the meeting held on March 30, 1963, and the resolutions passed during the meeting."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0014.pdf "Correspondence and Minutes Regarding the 1963 General Council of the Kiowa, Comanche and Apache Tribes")
![["State Senator Fred R. Harris wrote to United States Senator A.S. Mike Monroney regarding the request of the Comanche Indian Tribe to separate from the Kiowa and Apache Tribes. Harris explained the situation and requested assistance in drafting and handling legislation for the separation. Monroney responded, expressing interest in the issue and promising to look into it further. Additionally, Harris introduced two members of the Comanche tribe to Monroney and requested any courtesies and assistance be extended to them. Ultimately, the issue of separation and the potential legislation to address it were discussed between the two senators."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0001.pdf "Correspondences of Oklahoma State Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding the Comanche Indian Tribe")
![["Mrs. Ella C. Coate inquired about enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community in Wisconsin, but the Great Lakes Agency of the Bureau of Indian Affairs found no record of her enrollment. They suggest contacting George Heron, President of the Seneca Nation of Indians in New York. Senator Monroney was also informed that Mrs. Coate is not enrolled with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20C,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0002.pdf "Clarification on Mrs. Coate's Enrollment in the Six Nations Confederacy")