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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Hugo Community Center Project Unveiled
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Nation's Water Rights and Power Facilities"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Kaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969), 91st (1969-1971), 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John Spaan as Executive Officer of Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-02-24
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Choctaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Consideration for Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office of Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-03-03
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence
- Date:
- 1967-04-12
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support for John Spaan: Appointment as Executive Officer, Oklahoma City Area Office, Division of Indian Health
- Date:
- 1967-05-15
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for an Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma - A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1967-05-17
- Creator:
- Whitebird, Robert A., 1913-2005
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["Sargent Shriver, national director of the Office of Economic Opportunity, asked for assistance from Oklahoma businessmen in the war on poverty. He encouraged them to employ Job Corps graduates and work together to guarantee job opportunities for them. Plans for a $300,000 to $400,000 community facility in Hugo were unveiled, with support from local citizens and tribal interests. The facility, located at the geographic center of the region, would serve as a transportation hub, recreational gateway, and cultural and educational center."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0053.jpg "Hugo Community Center Project Unveiled")
![["The letter is discussing water rights owned by American Indian Tribes, specifically the Cherokees, and the potential threat to these rights posed by the Grand River Dam Authority's plan to purchase power facilities on the Arkansas River. The letter requests advice and assistance from attorney Bill Veeter, who has expertise in water rights, in order to safeguard the Cherokees' ownership of these rights. The letter also mentions the United States' obligation to protect and develop property rights for the tribes, as well as the need for further discussions and information on the Eagle River Case from Colorado."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0005.jpg "\"Correspondence Regarding Cherokee Nation's Water Rights and Power Facilities\"")
![["Lon Kile writes a letter to Honorable Carl Albert recommending John Spaan for the Executive Officer position in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. Kile explains that Dr. McBrayer, the current Director of Indian Health in Oklahoma, is being moved out due to dissatisfaction from the Choctaw Nation. Kile requests Albert's help in getting Spaan appointed for the position, as the Indians believe Spaan is well-qualified and will work effectively with them. Albert responds, thanking Kile for the recommendation and stating that they have also recommended Spaan for the position to various officials. Albert assures Kile that they will continue to advocate for Spaan's appointment."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0004.jpg "Recommendation for John Spaan as Executive Officer of Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health")
![["John W. Davis expresses his interest in the position of Area Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Division of Indian Health. He highlights his qualifications, including his work experience and familiarity with working with Indian people. Davis also mentions his family background and involvement in Indian activities in Oklahoma. He seeks support from Congressman Carl Albert and other tribal leaders for his candidacy for the position."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0010.jpg "Seeking Consideration for Executive Officer Position in Oklahoma City Area Office of Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health")
![["Vivian McCullough invites LaDonna Harris to speak at a National League of American Pen Women luncheon, mentioning her previous speaking engagements and suggesting she dress in Indian attire. She also mentions doing public relations work for LaDonna's senator and includes a newspaper article about a recent event. Vivian reminisces about their past interactions and praises LaDonna's rise to national prominence."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0060.jpg "Declining an Invitation to the National League of American Pen Women Luncheon: A 1967 Correspondence")
![["The document is a series of letters and resolutions in support of John Spaan's appointment as Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Division of Indian Health. Various organizations and individuals, including Congressman Carl Albert and the American Indian Center, express their support and confidence in Spaan's dedication to serving and improving the health and welfare of Indian people. They urge government officials to appoint Spaan to the position."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_63_14_0036.jpg "Support for John Spaan: Appointment as Executive Officer, Oklahoma City Area Office, Division of Indian Health")
![["The document is from A.P. Matthews to man Carl Albert endorsing the proposal for an Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma. Matthews highlights the importance of such a center for medically indigent Indians and expresses support for Mrs. Wallace Jefferson's efforts in advocating for the center. He offers his assistance in any way possible to help make the center a reality. man Albert responds, thanking Matthews for his support and acknowledging the importance of the center."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_001_4_63_47_0008.jpg "Advocating for an Indian Health Center in Hugo, Oklahoma - A Call to Action")