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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Improving Indian Housing Programs: Statement by Senator Henry Bellmon
- Date:
- 1974-06-30
- Creator:
- Froman, Ronald Ron, 1940-2006
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Equitable Distribution of Federal Funds for Education of Native American Children in Public Schools
- Date:
- 1974-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for the Appointment of Thomas J. Ellison as Area Director: Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1974-07-11
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Concern Regarding Tonkawa Indian Tribe's Applications Under Indian Education Act
- Date:
- 1974-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Contract Negotiations and Funding Requests for United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas
- Date:
- 1974-07-27
- Creator:
- Johnson, Emery A., Carney, Sidney M.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Absentee-Shawnee Tribe, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma, Potawatomi Tribe, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Regulations for Indian Financing Act of 1974
- Date:
- 1974-08-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Heirship Issues in Oil and Gas Leases: Legislative Proposals and Considerations
- Date:
- 1974-08-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Administrative Opportunities with the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1974-09-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Congratulations on Your Official Appointment: A Letter of Thanks from Thomas J. Ellison
- Date:
- 1974-09-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Legislative History of the Johnson-O'Malley Act: Public Law 167 - 73rd Congress
- Date:
- 1974-09-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, apologizes for the delay in responding to a letter from D. Jo Ferguson of The Pawnee Chief. Happy Camp discusses potential changes in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and expresses hope for improvements in Indian-related issues. D. Jo Ferguson expresses frustration with the lack of help from the BIA in resolving tribal differences and mentions suspicions of involvement with AIM people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Indian Housing Programs: Statement by Senator Henry Bellmon")
![["Steps are being taken to improve the operations of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, including realigning functions to area and agency offices, reducing non-essential staff, and focusing on trust responsibilities. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs will report directly to the Secretary, with plans to upgrade the position to Assistant Secretary. Block grants for federally-recognized tribes are also being proposed. These measures aim to better serve the Indian community and fulfill trust responsibilities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Equitable Distribution of Federal Funds for Education of Native American Children in Public Schools")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes is expressing their support for the appointment of Mr. Thomas J. Ellison as Area Director of the Muskogee Area Office. They have sent a letter to the Secretary of the Interior and the Commissioner of Indian Affairs urging them to appoint Ellison within 30 days. The Council believes Ellison is the most qualified candidate for the position and has the endorsement of the five principal chiefs of the tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0000-nterior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for the Appointment of Thomas J. Ellison as Area Director: Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The document is a series of correspondence regarding the Tonkawa Indian Tribe's applications for funding under Part B of Title IV of the Indian Education Act. The tribe has submitted proposals for a Special Education Assistance Project for Indian Youth and an Area Indian Health Career Counseling Program. The documents express concern about the status of the applications and the notification process for approved and rejected proposals. Congressional representatives are involved in advocating for the tribe and ensuring fair consideration of their applications."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0000-nterior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concern Regarding Tonkawa Indian Tribe's Applications Under Indian Education Act")
![["The document from the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas to the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs requests funding for various programs for fiscal year 1974. The document outlines the contracts and amounts requested for Management Support, Industrial Development, Johnson O'Malley Coordinator Program, and Adult Education. The organization also proposes to assume the Johnson O'Malley Program for western Oklahoma. The document emphasizes the need for continued funding and requests prompt action on the contracts and proposals."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Contract Negotiations and Funding Requests for United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas")
![["The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs is seeking full funding of $80 million for the Indian Financing Act of 1974, which consolidates existing Indian revolving loan funds and creates a new Indian Loan Guaranty and Insurance Fund. The Act also establishes the Indian Business Development program to provide equity capital through nonreimbursable grants to Indian-owned economic enterprises. Proposed regulations for the Act are being published, and comments can be submitted within 30 days. Loans will only be made when there is a reasonable chance of payment, and grants will only be given if they contribute to the economy of a reservation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Regulations for Indian Financing Act of 1974")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs and a Member of Congress have been in correspondence regarding the difficulties oil and gas lessees face in completing leases on heirship allotted Indian lands. The issue arises from the need for multiple co-owners to sign off on leases, which can be challenging and costly. Various legislative proposals have been discussed to address this problem, including expanding the Secretary's authority to execute leases on behalf of certain owners. Additional proposals include amending existing acts to facilitate leasing on heirship lands and extending authorities for surface and subsurface leases. The Bureau is open to working with Congress on these proposals to assist in managing fractionated estates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Heirship Issues in Oil and Gas Leases: Legislative Proposals and Considerations")
![["Captain Fred M. Nussbaum expresses his interest in working with the Bureau of Indian Affairs at an administrative level, citing his experience and qualifications. He also seeks the help of Congressman Happy Camp in addressing the issue of his GS rating level in order to be considered for administrative positions. Nussbaum highlights his dedication to helping the American Indian community and requests support in his application for positions within the Bureau. Congressman Happy Camp acknowledges Nussbaum's interest and commitment and assures him of consideration for future employment opportunities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Administrative Opportunities with the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a letter from Thomas J. Ellison, newly appointed Area Director of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in the Muskogee Area Office, to Congressman John N. Happy Camp thanking him and the other members of the Oklahoma Congressional delegation for their support. Ellison expresses gratitude for the support and looks forward to working cooperatively with them on mutual concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Congratulations on Your Official Appointment: A Letter of Thanks from Thomas J. Ellison")
![["The Indian School Journal Volume 71 reported on various school activities at Chilocco Indian School. The Student Council attended a workshop at Sequoyah High School, the Pep Club had a successful start with 48 members, and STUCO elections were held. The Chilocco Indians football team lost to the Sequoyah Indians, the Aggie students went on a field trip to the State Fair, the Choir elected officers, and the Band and Drill Team attended the State Fair. The Type Tusslers Club organized and elected officers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative History of the Johnson-O'Malley Act: Public Law 167 - 73rd Congress")