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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of Health Service Issue for Dennis Sharp: A Correspondence Compilation
- Date:
- 1949-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Bartlett: Recommendations for Improving the Health and Welfare of Urban Indians
- Date:
- 1954-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 83rd (1953-1955)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Indian Health Service's Provision of Hearing Aid to Oklahoma Resident
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- 1974 Correspondence between Department of Health and Senator Bartlett Regarding Indian Health Service
- Date:
- 1971-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Allegation of Discrimination in the Indian Health Service: The Case of Mrs. Elizabeth Reeder
- Date:
- 1971-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Allegations of Discrimination and Unfair Hiring Practices in Indian Health Services: The Elizabeth Reeder Case
- Date:
- 1971-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Tribal Revenue and Resource Allocation: February 21, 1974
- Date:
- 1971-12-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Economics and Public Finance, Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of Indian Health Center in McAlester, Oklahoma - A Letter to Jim Ballinger
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Foreign relations, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Request for Visa Change to Continue Working at PHS Indian Hospital
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- etc., Immigrants--Legal status, laws, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0054
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Indian Health Service Advocates for New Hospital to Replace Outdated Claremore Facility
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Senator Dewey Bartlett received a letter from the Indian Health Service regarding the medical assistance for Mr. Dennis Sharp. The document stated that approval was granted for payment of medical expenses for Mr. Sharp's wife, and apologized for not notifying him sooner. The Indian Health Service appreciated Senator Bartlett's interest in the matter and assured him that they were investigating and addressing the issue promptly. Senator Bartlett forwarded the information to Mr. Sharp and offered further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of Health Service Issue for Dennis Sharp: A Correspondence Compilation")
![["The document addresses Senate Bill 2938 introduced by Senator Dewey F. Bartlett and provides recommendations and comments from the Oklahoma City Indian Health Board and the Oklahoma City Urban Indian Health Project. They support the scholarship program and recommend contracting it to Tribal groups for efficiency. They suggest that new hospitals be located in urban centers with all health care resources available to reduce costs. They also urge for more funding for health care delivery in urban areas, as existing resources are not sufficient for low-income individuals. The document highlights the challenges faced by urban Indians and provides data on the Native American Center in Oklahoma City to illustrate the need for improved health care services for the urban Native American population."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Bartlett: Recommendations for Improving the Health and Welfare of Urban Indians")
![["The document is a series of letters and communications regarding the purchase of a hearing aid for Debbie Koebrick, daughter of Mrs. Barbara Koebrick of El Reno, Oklahoma, by the Indian Health Service. Senator Dewey F. Bartlett inquired about the purchase, and it was confirmed that the Indian Health Service purchased the hearing aid on November 9, 1973. The documents express gratitude for the assistance provided by the Indian Health Service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Indian Health Service's Provision of Hearing Aid to Oklahoma Resident")
![["The document is a letter from the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, Public Health Service, Health Services and Mental Health Administration in Oklahoma City to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding a request for information about bills incurred by Dolores Whiteman with the Visiting Nurse Association. The department is looking into the matter and will provide further information once they have it. The document expresses appreciation for the Senator's interest in the Indian Health Service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0038_thumbnail.jpg "1974 Correspondence between Department of Health and Senator Bartlett Regarding Indian Health Service")
![["Senator Dewey F. Bartlett wrote to Dr. Emery A. Johnson, Director of Indian Health Services, regarding a complaint from Mrs. Elizabeth Reeder of Oklahoma City. Mrs. Reeder believes she has been discriminated against and unfairly treated by the Indian Health Area Office in Oklahoma City. She filed a formal complaint in 1971 and has since been turned down for multiple job opportunities within the office. She believes she is on a blacklist due to unfair practices and nepotism within the office. She has requested a formal hearing to address her concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Allegation of Discrimination in the Indian Health Service: The Case of Mrs. Elizabeth Reeder")
![["Mrs. Elizabeth Reeder filed a complaint against the Indian Health Area Office in Oklahoma City for discrimination in their hiring policy. She believes she was unfairly terminated from a temporary assignment and is being unfairly treated in the hiring process. She suspects intertribal jealousies and nepotism are influencing the decisions. She requested a formal hearing on the matter but did not receive a satisfactory resolution. She believes her termination was based on unsatisfactory performance due to poor supervision. She also believes she is on a blacklist due to unfair practices."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Allegations of Discrimination and Unfair Hiring Practices in Indian Health Services: The Elizabeth Reeder Case")
![["The Committee on Tribal Revenue, Finances, and Resources met to recommend a plan for the use of funds appropriated in satisfaction of certain judgments. They proposed using the funds for the development of the Creek Nation Office Complex, revolving loans for education, consumer credit, welfare, tribal operations, tribal claims development, program development, land management, and economic development. The funds would be used in accordance with the Tribal Funds Fiscal Year Budget and all interest accounts would be included with the principle and invested to generate economic return for the Creek Nation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Tribal Revenue and Resource Allocation: February 21, 1974")
![["The document is a letter from Don Bluejacket to Jim Ballinger discussing the establishment of an Indian Health Center in McAlester, Oklahoma. Bluejacket suggests that Mr. Sparks interested in transferring to the center should contact Dr. Hillary Connor at the Indian Health Service in Oklahoma City."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of Indian Health Center in McAlester, Oklahoma - A Letter to Jim Ballinger")
![["Veritacion C. Ramirez is requesting a change from a J-1 exchange visitor visa to an H-1 working visa in order to continue working at the PHS Indian Hospital in Claremore, Oklahoma. She explains that she had previously filed a petition to work at another hospital in Louisiana, but now wishes to stay at the Indian Hospital. Ramirez expresses her love for working with the Indian people and the staff at the hospital, and requests assistance from the hospital director in making the visa change."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Visa Change to Continue Working at PHS Indian Hospital")
![["The Indian Health Service is seeking to replace its hospital in Claremore with a larger structure due to the high number of patients it serves and the low income and education levels of the population. The new hospital is expected to open in late 1976 and would provide more space and better facilities for patients. The current hospital has lost its accreditation due to physical deficiencies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0054_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Health Service Advocates for New Hospital to Replace Outdated Claremore Facility")