Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_064
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a Drop-In School: Objectives, Rationale, and Implementation
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0087
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Guidelines and Criteria for the National Bicentennial Program: American Revolution Bicentennial Commission, 1971
- Date:
- 1971-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds
- Date:
- 1971-01-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Mr. A.R. Morrison's Inquiry Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-03-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Phillip Martin, Chairman of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Support for Direct Funding to Indian
- Date:
- 1971-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Request by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians for Amendments to the Occupational Education Act
- Date:
- 1971-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon
- Date:
- 1971-12-02
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- American Revolution Bicentennial Commission: Nationwide Network of Bicentennial Parks and Other Initiatives
- Date:
- 1972-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- American Revolution Bicentennial Commission Bulletin: Updates on Bicentennial Park Plans, Disease Eradication Efforts, and Various State Activities
- Date:
- 1972-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document outlines a proposal for a drop-in school designed to provide alternative education for students who have dropped out or struggle in traditional school settings. The program aims to offer individualized instruction, cultural courses, and a flexible curriculum. The school will operate on an open classroom concept, with a focus on student involvement in decision-making. Staff qualifications and methods are also discussed, along with plans for recruitment, coordination, and evaluation. The ultimate goal is to provide a supportive and successful learning environment for students of all ages."]](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_064_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Drop-In School: Objectives, Rationale, and Implementation")
![["LaDonna Harris, wife of Senator Fred Harris, believes that the sudden popularity of Indian culture is beneficial for the Indian community despite society's historical degradation. She discusses her own experiences of feeling ashamed of her heritage and the need for unity among different tribes. Harris praises a school in Dallas for its work with children from various ethnic backgrounds and advocates for greater tolerance and understanding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Clippings,%20July,%201967-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_19_0087_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Wife Advocates for Indian Rights and Cultural Acceptance in 1971")
![["The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission has developed criteria for evaluating public and private activities for the National Bicentennial Program in 1976. Activities must meet basic criteria, including national scope, relation to the Bicentennial era, and contribution to principles on which the nation was founded. Additional specific criteria are also provided for evaluation. Organizations and individuals can submit proposals for consideration to the Commission."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Project,%20Bicentennial,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Guidelines and Criteria for the National Bicentennial Program: American Revolution Bicentennial Commission, 1971")
![["A letter from A.R. Morrison regarding the misuse of Indian funds has been referred to the Congressional Liaison at the Bureau of Indian Affairs for consideration and a report."]](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_023_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Senate Referral for Investigation into Misuse of Indian Funds")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris has received an interim report from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Mr. A. R. Morrison's recent inquiry. He has enclosed a copy of the report for Mr. Morrison's review and will be in touch with him again once he receives more information."]](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_022_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Mr. A.R. Morrison's Inquiry Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Mr. Phillip Martin, Chairman of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, sent a letter to Honorable Fred Harris of the U.S. Senate requesting support for direct funding to Indian Tribes for the Occupational Education Act. In response, Fred Harris expressed gratitude for the letter and telegram sent to the House Committee on Education and Labor, stating that he will consider the feelings of the Choctaw Tribe when it comes time to vote and will do what he believes is right to help the cause of the Indians."]](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_017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Phillip Martin, Chairman of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and U.S. Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Support for Direct Funding to Indian")
![["The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians is urgently requesting that H.R. 7248, the Occupational Education Act, be amended to provide direct funding to Indian tribes for implementing in-school occupational education/career development programs. They argue that in its current form, Indian tribal councils are not recognized as legitimate governmental entities. The request is signed by Phillip Martin, Chairman of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians."]](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_018_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Request by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians for Amendments to the Occupational Education Act")
![["The letter is from the director of the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon to Senator Fred R. Harris, requesting his support in contacting key H.E.W. officials to encourage funding for the program. The director emphasizes the importance of support for the center in order to help marginalized communities improve their future."]](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_013_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Letter to Senator Harris Regarding the Chicano Indian Study Center of Oregon")
![["The American Revolution Bicentennial Commission has approved a concept for a nationwide network of Bicentennial Parks to be built on federally donated land. The commission also passed a resolution to work towards eradicating sickle cell anemia by 1976. The commission is also working on hosting a National Bicentennial Conference and encouraging volunteer groups to form councils in communities. The goal is to create lasting heritage programs and involve every American in the Bicentennial celebration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Project,%20Bicentennial,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0004_thumbnail.jpg "American Revolution Bicentennial Commission: Nationwide Network of Bicentennial Parks and Other Initiatives")
![["The document discusses various updates and initiatives related to the American Bicentennial Revolution. This includes plans for Bicentennial Parks, recognition of the battle against Sickle Cell Anemia, Bicentennial events in Rhode Island and Florida, a model building contest in New Jersey, support from the American Legion, plans for the Liberty Bell during the bicentennial, historic designations in Savannah and Maryland, and the publication of a book on the military aspects of the American Revolution."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Project,%20Bicentennial,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_25_0009_thumbnail.jpg "American Revolution Bicentennial Commission Bulletin: Updates on Bicentennial Park Plans, Disease Eradication Efforts, and Various State Activities")