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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Land Transfer to Cherokee Indians in Trust
- Date:
- 1963-09-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_21_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Pawnee Tribal Legislation and Judgment Award
- Date:
- 1963-09-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- 1963 Correspondence Regarding the Consideration of H.R. 6496 for the Cherokee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1963-09-27
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Continuation of Indian Preference in Employment Policy at the Bureau: A Letter to the Principal Chief of the Creek Nation
- Date:
- 1963-09-30
- 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_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Request for Feedback on Proposed Training Program for Osage Indians
- Date:
- 1963-10-07
- Creator:
- Shoemake, Hockley Taliaferro, 1922-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_17_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Chilocco Indian School Land Bill, S. 2178
- Date:
- 1963-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council Leadership and Their Letter of Appreciation to Senator Monroney
- Date:
- 1963-10-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_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)
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a request for support of H.R. 6496, which would provide 40 acres of land for an industrial site to Cherokee Indians. The sender is working to secure favorable action on the bill, but there is a backlog of bills in the committee. They express confidence that the matter will be resolved, but cannot determine a timeline. The sender assures that they are committed to supporting the project."]](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_0032.pdf "Letter Regarding Land Transfer to Cherokee Indians in Trust")
![["The letter is inquiring about the status of legislative proposals regarding the distribution of the Pawnee tribal judgment fund and the restoration of the Old Pawnee Indian School Reserve. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is reviewing draft bills related to these matters and hopes to forward them to the Bureau of the Budget for consideration. The Pawnee Business Council has proposed a program for the use of the judgment fund, including per capita distribution and retention of the remaining balance for various tribal purposes. The council is eager for progress on these bills."]](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_0028.pdf "Correspondence Regarding Pawnee Tribal Legislation and Judgment Award")
![["Senator A. S. Mike Monroney received a letter from Senator Henry M. Jackson regarding the consideration of H.R. 6496 by the Indian Affairs Subcommittee on October 4. The bill pertains to conveying certain Federally owned lands in trust status to the Cherokee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma. Monroney's constituents also wrote to Jackson about the bill, and their letters will be brought to the attention of Subcommittee members."]](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_0036.pdf "1963 Correspondence Regarding the Consideration of H.R. 6496 for the Cherokee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma")
![["The letter addresses a resolution from the Creek Indian Council requesting that the Bureau of Indian Affairs continue to give preference to Native American Indians in employment. The letter explains that while preference is given to Indians in initial employment if they meet certain qualifications, they are not hired solely based on their ethnicity. The letter also states that the current policy of giving preference to qualified individuals entitled to Indian preference will continue, with more Indians being appointed to the Bureau as they qualify. The Council is encouraged to contact the Muskogee Area Office for employment opportunities, and copies of the reply are being sent to relevant officials for their information. The Secretary and staff of the Bureau assure continued support for the Indian preference policy."]](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_0023.pdf "Continuation of Indian Preference in Employment Policy at the Bureau: A Letter to the Principal Chief of the Creek Nation")
![["A letter dated October 7, 1963, from DAIA to John O. Crow at the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C., regarding a program for training Osage Indians in Oklahoma to improve their standard of living. The letter requests advice on the program and asks for a reply with Shoemake's letter attached."]](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_0037.pdf "Request for Feedback on Proposed Training Program for Osage Indians")
![["The text consists of letters exchanged between various individuals regarding a bill relating to land at the Chalaco Indian School. Senator Henry M. Jackson expresses interest in the matter and promises to forward any information received in the future. Earl Boyd Pierce, General Counsel of the Cherokee Nation, thanks Senator A. S. Mike Monroney for his assistance with the bill and hopes for its enactment. Senator Jackson acknowledges receiving a letter from Senators Monroney and Edmondson regarding the bill and assures that their recommendations will be considered."]](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_0020.pdf "Correspondence on Chilocco Indian School Land Bill, S. 2178")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes expressed appreciation for the Area Director assigned to the Muskogee Area Office, Virgil Harrington, for his understanding and sincere interest in the welfare of the Indian people. They pledged full support and assistance to achieve the best administration for the Tribes. They also commended the Muskogee Area Office for working with the community to raise social and economic standards. This information was forwarded to Senator Monroney for his information and files."]](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_0001.pdf "Inter-Tribal Council Leadership and Their Letter of Appreciation to Senator Monroney")
![["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")
![["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")