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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris's Stance on Indian Boarding Schools: A Correspondence with Mr. Dick Paris
- Date:
- 1970-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Letter to Commissioner Bruce Regarding Contract Protest by Ramah Navaho High School Directors
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Progress and Support of Ramah Navajo School
- Date:
- 1970-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Democratic Party U.S., Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Establishing a National Advisory Commission of Indian Education
- Date:
- 1970-07-17
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris's Efforts to Assist Miss Berdena Sue Willey in Obtaining Scholarship Assistance
- Date:
- 1970-07-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Request for Commentary on Indian Education Reforms
- Date:
- 1970-07-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred Harris Advocates for Local Schools and Increased Funding for Indian Boarding Schools in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1970-07-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of the American Indian Education Council: California Senate Bill No. 872
- Date:
- 1970-09-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School Concerns between Mr. Leon Wall and Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1970-10-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Carlisle Indian School National Monument
- Date:
- 1970-10-15
- Creator:
- McIntosh, W.E. (Dode), 1893-1991
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The letter from Mr. Dick Paris expresses approval of Senator Fred R. Harris's proposal to build elementary schools for Indian children on reservations so they can live at home and attend school like non-Indian children. Mr. Paris also asks for clarification on whether the proposal allows for colleges and higher learning institutions to remain off-reservation. Senator Harris responds by stating that he is not in favor of closing schools like Chilocco and Bacone, but rather opposes transporting young children far from their homes to attend boarding schools. He also mentions his efforts to secure funding for the Eufaula Boarding School and increase funding for Indian schools for teachers and guidance personnel."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_010_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris's Stance on Indian Boarding Schools: A Correspondence with Mr. Dick Paris")
![["The letter from Ramah Navajo High School to Commissioner Louis Bruce expresses their concerns about the contract signed under the \"Buy Indian Act\" for education services. They believe education should not be treated as a commodity and that contracts should be drawn up using the Johnson O'Malley law specifically for education. They also argue for the inclusion of an arbitration clause in the contract to resolve disputes between the school board and the government."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_041_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Letter to Commissioner Bruce Regarding Contract Protest by Ramah Navaho High School Directors")
![["The letter is a correspondence between Michael P. Gross, Coordinator of the Ramah Navajo School Board, and Fred A. Gipson, Legislative Assistant to Senator Fred Harris. Gross updates Gipson on the progress of the school, including hiring staff and seeking accreditation. Gipson expresses appreciation for the update and offers assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Progress and Support of Ramah Navajo School")
![["The document is a letter from Fred R. Harris to C. L. Harp, thanking him for his support of a bill to establish a National Advisory Commission of Indian Education. Harp, who has experience with Indian children and education, expresses his agreement with the need for the legislation and suggests integrating Indian children into public schools for better education. He also criticizes the inefficiencies of Indian schools and advocates for more effective measures to improve education for Native American children."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Establishing a National Advisory Commission of Indian Education")
![["The document is from Dillon Platero, the Director of Rough Rock Demonstration School, to Senator Fred R. Harris, informing him of their efforts to obtain a high school facility for the Navajo community. The school board wants a school that reflects Navajo culture and provides vocational training, and they are involving the community in the planning and construction process. The school will be controlled by the Navajo School Board and offer personalized instruction with a low student-teacher ratio. They are seeking funds from the federal government and private initiatives to make their dream a reality. Senator Harris expresses interest in supporting their efforts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_010_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris's Efforts to Assist Miss Berdena Sue Willey in Obtaining Scholarship Assistance")
![["The memo is about returning a manuscript and discussing the possibility of LaDonna Harris writing a special article on Indian education for the American Heritage Magazine. The magazine is interested in her perspective on the topic and requests a response as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Request for Commentary on Indian Education Reforms")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Mr. Dick Paris regarding Indian boarding schools. Senator Harris explained that he is against young Indian children being transported long distances to attend boarding schools, and believes they should have schools near their families. He mentioned his efforts in securing funding for the Eufaula Boarding School and increasing funding for Indian schools. Senator Harris also mentioned that he is not in favor of closing schools like Chilocco and Bacone."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_011_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred Harris Advocates for Local Schools and Increased Funding for Indian Boarding Schools in Oklahoma")
![["Senate Bill No. 872, Chapter 1420, was approved on September 18, 1970, and added Chapter 4.5 to the Education Code in California. This chapter focuses on American Indian education and establishes a Bureau of Indian Education within the Department of Education. It also creates an American Indian Education Council consisting of 16 Indian members who will recommend programs and services to improve education for American Indian children in the state. The council members will serve without compensation but will receive travel expenses. The bill defines \"Indian\" as a person descended from an Indian tribe native to the US and of at least one-fourth Indian ancestry."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_008_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of the American Indian Education Council: California Senate Bill No. 872")
![["Mr. Wall wrote a letter to Senator Fred Harris regarding the Chilocco Indian School. Senator Harris thanked Mr. Wall for his suggestions and said he would pass them along to the Interior Committee. Mr. Wall also requested a retraction of a report on Chilocco from the Congressional Record, which Senator Harris said he would look into."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Chilocco Indian School Concerns between Mr. Leon Wall and Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["The letter acknowledges Chief McIntosh's letter regarding the establishment of the Carlisle Indian School National Monument in Pennsylvania, which is pending legislation in the House Armed Services Committee. The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes voted to support the bill and their action is submitted for consideration. The letter will be brought to Senator Harris's attention upon his return."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Establishment of Carlisle Indian School National Monument")