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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Indigenous Education in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Continuation of Neighborhood Youth Corps
- Date:
- 1965-08-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Correspondence Regarding Alleged Misconduct and Discrimination at Ft. Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1966-10-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["Mrs. George Prentice Riley wrote to Congressman Page Belcher seeking financial aid for her children's education, but was informed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs that her children do not qualify for their benefits due to not meeting the required Indian blood percentage. The Bureau suggested looking into other federal aid programs and speaking with Okmulgee State Technical School for assistance. Congressman Belcher promised to look into the matter further and provide assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Financial Aid for Indigenous Education in 1966")
![["The Inter-Tribal Council, comprised of members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma, is seeking assistance for youth programs in Eastern Oklahoma that are being cut back. They highlight the success of the Neighborhood Youth Corps program in helping low-income children, with statistics showing high rates of college enrollment and reduced juvenile delinquency. They request the President's support in continuing these programs to benefit all children in need."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Continuation of Neighborhood Youth Corps")
![["Mrs. Bonnie Turner wrote to Congressman Page Belcher expressing concerns about the deteriorating educational program at Fort Sill Indian School, discrimination against Indian employees, improper conduct by staff members, and fear of retaliation for speaking out. The Bureau of Indian Affairs responded, stating that the complaints were largely unfounded or overdrawn, and that there are well-defined grievance procedures in place for employees. The Bureau also explained that the school is now serving students with severe educational needs and that employee rights are protected. Mrs. Turner's letter was returned with the Bureau's response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/89th%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_8_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201965-1966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_8_95_4B_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Correspondence Regarding Alleged Misconduct and Discrimination at Ft. Sill Indian School")