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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Mrs. J. L. Driskell's Comments
- Date:
- 1966-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Bureau Funds and Allegations of Corruption
- Date:
- 1966-12-08
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Status of Projects in the Choctaw Nation Southeastern Oklahoma: A Comprehensive Overview
- Date:
- 1966-12-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Energy, Public Lands and Natural Resources, Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Health Traffic Safety Promotion and Education
- Date:
- 1966-12-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Communication and Cooperation: A Tribute to Mr. E. V. Downing
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Older people--Medical care--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Improving Attitudes in Indian Health Program: A Letter to Senator Harris
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Indian Communities: A Call for State Collaboration and Responsibility
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Bennett, Robert L. (Robert LaFollette), 1912-2002
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Mr. John Spaan's Promotion to Executive Officer of the Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-01-06
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Health Employee Scholarships and Dr. Lucille Marsh Memorial Fund
- Date:
- 1967-02-02
- Creator:
- Goodman, Sula Grace
- Names:
- Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.), Cherokee Nation, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Appeal for Indian Housing Assistance in Eastern Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1967-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The letter is from Gary Dage, a Legislative Assistant to Senator Fred R. Harris, to Mrs. J. L. Driskell in Omaha, Nebraska. Dage is enclosing a reply from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding specific Indian matters and Bureau policy that Mrs. Driskell had commented on. He mentions that Senator Harris is temporarily away from the office and offers assistance in the future if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0044_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Mrs. J. L. Driskell's Comments")
![["The letter addressed to Senator Fred R. Harris on December 8, 1966, highlights the issue of the Indian Bureau acting as a collection agency for lawyers and grafters, specifically in the case of John Johnson. Johnson, who is disabled and in poor health, is being pressured by the Indian Bureau to pay an attorney's fees and debt without any legal attachment or garnishment. The letter also mentions a similar case in the United States District Court involving a larger sum of money, but emphasizes that Johnson is suffering due to lack of shelter, food, and medical care. The author calls for a federal grand jury investigation into the actions of the Indian Bureau and the lawyer, Ed R. LeForce, involved in the case."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Misuse of Indian Bureau Funds and Allegations of Corruption")
![["The document provides a summary of the status of various projects within the Choctaw Nation in southeastern Oklahoma, including education, housing, and other branches. It includes information on scholarship grants for higher education, housing projects in various counties, and the status of specific housing projects in the Third National District. Key points include the number of grants approved for higher education, the types of housing projects in progress, and the status of specific housing projects within the Choctaw Nation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Choctaw,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_45_0001.pdf "Status of Projects in the Choctaw Nation Southeastern Oklahoma: A Comprehensive Overview")
![["The document is from Raymond J. Stoll, a construction engineer and safety consultant, to Mr. Frank Lyon of the Oklahoma Highway Commission. Stoll discusses the traffic safety promotion efforts being done through Indian Health activities and Area publications. He mentions the importance of safety education among Indians and provides examples of these initiatives. Stoll also mentions his collaboration with Sula Goodman, a Public Information Specialist, in promoting safety. He expresses appreciation for Lyon's interest in Indian Health and offers further assistance in advancing traffic safety education in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Health Traffic Safety Promotion and Education")
![["The document consists of two letters regarding the Indian Public Health Service. The first letter is from Carl Albert, a congressman, congratulating Mr. E. V. Downing on his retirement and thanking him for his cooperation. The second letter is from C. Joe Holland, director of the School of Journalism at the University of Oklahoma, expressing interest in Mrs. Sula Goodman's thesis on public information responsibilities in public health and requesting suggestions for finding financial assistance for her research. Additionally, there is a memorandum summarizing the results of a questionnaire about two area publications, \"Talking Leaves\" and \"PHS Personals,\" and announcing changes to improve the content and distribution of the newsletters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Communication and Cooperation: A Tribute to Mr. E. V. Downing")
![["The document is from E.S. Rabeau, M.D., Assistant Surgeon General, Chief of the Division of Indian Health, to Senator Harris regarding the Indian health program in Oklahoma. The document addresses the challenges faced by two-year physicians and the efforts made to improve attitudes and provide training in public health programs. It also mentions a public health residency program initiated in collaboration with the University of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma State Department of Health. The document emphasizes the importance of the Indian people in the overall health program and the need for cooperation and good faith in providing healthcare services."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Attitudes in Indian Health Program: A Letter to Senator Harris")
![["Commissioner Robert L. Bennett believes in the abilities and capabilities of the Indian people and advocates for high expectations and partnership with Indian leadership. He emphasizes the need to eliminate paternalism, address the failure expectancy among young Indian people, and involve states in taking more responsibility for their Indian populations. Bennett also highlights the importance of developing Indian resources for economic growth and providing quality education for Indian children. He stresses the need for cooperation between federal, state, and local governments to support the advancement of Indian communities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Data,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_40_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Indian Communities: A Call for State Collaboration and Responsibility")
![["The document consists of a series of letters recommending Mr. John Spaan for the position of Executive Officer of the Division of Indian Health in the Public Health Service. The documents are addressed to various officials, including the White House, the Civil Service Commission, and the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. The recommendations highlight Mr. Spaan's qualifications, loyalty, efficiency, and dedication to duty. Congressman Albert and his administrative assistant are actively working to support Mr. Spaan's candidacy for the position."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Mr. John Spaan's Promotion to Executive Officer of the Division of Indian Health")
![["The document provides a round-up of incentive awards, superior performance awards, letters of commendation, and service awards for employees in various service units and offices in the calendar year 1965. It also mentions a memorial fund for Dr. Lucille Marsh and the Indian Health Employees Scholarship Fund. Additionally, it discusses the participation of Sula S. Goodman in the 1966 National Health Forum in New York City and the National Commission on Community Health Services' report \"Health is a Community Affair.\""]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Health Employee Scholarships and Dr. Lucille Marsh Memorial Fund")
![["The document consists of a series of letters sent between various individuals and organizations regarding the critical housing needs of Indians in Eastern Oklahoma. The Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes has been appealing for assistance in securing better housing for the tribes, and various government officials are working to address these pressing needs. The documents discuss efforts to expedite approval for housing projects and ensure that proper attention is given to the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development-Indian%20Housing,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Appeal for Indian Housing Assistance in Eastern Oklahoma")