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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Service Funds Deposit and Sequoyah High School Construction
- Date:
- 1963-10-17
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_14_0000_1_17
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma, Summary of Formal Applications for Drouth Emergency Assistance
- Date:
- 1963-10-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-10-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Frans Seegers to Senator Monroney Regarding Identification of an Oklahoma Family
- Date:
- 1963-10-22
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Topic:
- Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_22_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Financial Assistance for Deserving Student: Correspondence between Mrs. Patty C. Allen and Federal Government
- Date:
- 1963-10-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Response to Allegations of Unfair Treatment at Public Health Service Indian Facilities in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1963-10-26
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Creek Indian Council's 1963 Resolution Requesting Employment Preference for American Indians
- Date:
- 1963-10-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Native American Tribes: Concerns and Controversies
- Date:
- 1963-10-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Eligibility Criteria for Public Health Service Facilities: A Case of an Indian Woman Married to a Non-Indian
- Date:
- 1963-10-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Progress of the Proposed Comanche Constitution: A Series of Correspondences
- Date:
- 1963-11-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["The first text is a letter from James I. Monroe to Jim, expressing gratitude for confirming a deposit from the Muskogee Area Office of Indian Affairs and providing a status report on the Sequoyah High School properties. The second text is a letter from Monroe to Senator A.S. Monroney, thanking him for assisting in securing a deposit of $150,000 from the Muskogee area office and updating him on the progress of construction at the school."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0027.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Indian Service Funds Deposit and Sequoyah High School Construction")
![["This map provides a summary of formal applications for drought emergency assistance in Oklahoma. It measures 8 x 10 1/2 inches and includes shaded areas for clarity."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968%2FMaps,%201928-1967-CAC_CC_038_14_0000_0000_0000%2FCAC_CC_038_14_0000_1_17.pdf "Oklahoma, Summary of Formal Applications for Drouth Emergency Assistance")
![["In the letter dated October 21, 1963, J.D. Lewis declines the offer to serve as a member of the General Counsel of the Chickasaw Tribe, but offers his support in legislation affecting self-rule and restoring the capitol at Tishomingo. He expresses pride in Governor Overton James and offers to help with fundraising efforts for the restoration of the Museum. Lewis also reflects on the meaning of the word Tishomingo and urges action after waiting for a long time."]](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_0033.pdf "Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963")
![["The letter is from Frans Seegers to Monroney, thanking him for his cooperation in identifying an Oklahoma family that Frans met during a visit to Washington. Frans expresses his intention to visit and eventually immigrate to the United States in the future."]](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_0012.pdf "Letter from Frans Seegers to Senator Monroney Regarding Identification of an Oklahoma Family")
![["Mrs. Patty C. Allen wrote a letter on October 22, 1963, recommending Joe Stockton, a student at Chalaco Indian School, for any aid or scholarship that could be bestowed upon him. She described Joe as hard-working, ambitious, well-liked in his community, and well-behaved. In response, the recipient of the letter, on October 26, 1963, informed Mrs. Allen that the Federal Government does not have a program for assisting high school students financially or through scholarships, but suggested a program for college students to obtain loans at low interest rates. The recipient also advised Mrs. Allen to contact the appropriate Indian Agency for potential assistance for Joe, and offered to investigate the possibilities further if provided with more information."]](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_0019.pdf "Seeking Financial Assistance for Deserving Student: Correspondence between Mrs. Patty C. Allen and Federal Government")
![["Miss Shirley Davilla wrote a letter to Honorable Mike Monroney on October 26, 1963, stating that many Indians in Oklahoma do not receive benefits from the Public Health Service Indian health clinic in Anadarko and the Public Health Service Hospital in Lawton. In response, Honorable Mike Monroney wrote back on October 29, 1963, thanking Miss Davilla for her letter and stating that the Indian health facilities are operated under strict regulations, but medical care and treatment can be obtained by those who meet eligibility requirements. He offered to investigate any cases of Indians being denied medical attention to ensure they receive the benefits to which they are entitled."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20D-F,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0015.pdf "Response to Allegations of Unfair Treatment at Public Health Service Indian Facilities in Oklahoma")
![["The Creek Indian Council passed a resolution requesting that the Bureau of Indian Affairs continue its policy of giving preference in employment to American Indians. They believe that there are many qualified Native Americans in need of employment and that they should not be overlooked by the government. The resolution was sent to various government officials for consideration."]](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_0021.pdf "Creek Indian Council's 1963 Resolution Requesting Employment Preference for American Indians")
![["The first letter is a response to Ted Reynolds regarding his concern over the damaging effects of peyote use by certain Indian tribes, as mentioned in an article in the Saturday Evening Post. The sender expresses appreciation for the concern and mentions that they hope to find time to read the article. The second letter, addressed to Senator Moroney, highlights the negative impact of peyote and expresses skepticism towards the current commissioner of Indian affairs. It also mentions the lack of support for the Kennedy administration due to their handling of the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0030.pdf "Correspondence on Peyote Use Among Native American Tribes: Concerns and Controversies")
![["Mrs. Owings wrote a letter stating that she was denied access to public health services due to her marriage to a non-Indian. The response from the Indian Health Area Office confirmed that she was ineligible for care at Indian Health facilities, but mentioned that under certain circumstances she may be eligible. Mrs. Owings was advised to provide further information if she believes she is eligible for care. Senator Monroney also acknowledged Mrs. Owings' letter and promised to look into the matter further."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20M-R,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0031.pdf "Eligibility Criteria for Public Health Service Facilities: A Case of an Indian Woman Married to a Non-Indian")
![["The text is a series of letters and minutes from a Comanche Tribal meeting held on November 2, 1963, regarding the adoption of a proposed Comanche Constitution. The letters discuss the involvement of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and express the hope for a satisfactory solution to the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache political situation. The meeting minutes show the process of nominating a chairman and secretary, discussing and voting on the proposed constitution, and ultimately adopting it with majority support. The letters and minutes demonstrate the efforts of the Comanche Tribe to establish a stable political organization."]](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_0022.pdf "Progress of the Proposed Comanche Constitution: A Series of Correspondences")