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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Contract Award for Water Wells in Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1967-01-20
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for Promotion: John Spaan, Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service
- Date:
- 1967-01-23
- Creator:
- Belvin, Frank B., 1914-1999
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Chickasaw Indians
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Leadership Appointment in Oklahoma Area Indian Health Program
- Date:
- 1967-01-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Campaign management--United States, Voting--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Cherokee History and Culture in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1967-02-02
- Creator:
- Gordon, James L., 1939-
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John Spaan for Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service
- Date:
- 1967-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Letter from the Indian Arts and Crafts Board regarding the Exhibition of Photographs and Poems by Sioux Children
- Date:
- 1967-02-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Letters of Recommendation for Mr. John Spaan for Executive Officer Position
- Date:
- 1967-02-09
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Invitation for Participation in Society for Applied Anthropology Panel on American Indian Education
- Date:
- 1967-02-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1967-02-11
- Creator:
- Rabeau, E.S. (1969-2004)
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Choctaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Support and Action for John Spaan: A Letter from Congressman Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1967-02-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Gambling, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The Department of Health, Education and Welfare has approved a contract for drilling 30 water wells to serve Choctaw Indian families in Honobia District, LeFlore and Pushmataha counties. The contract is for $10,130 and is awarded to Jess Howard Powers Drilling Company. The message is sent as a Night Letter to various newspapers and radio stations."]](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_11_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health%20Service,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Contract Award for Water Wells in Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document is a recommendation for Mr. John Spaan to be promoted to the position of Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. The recommendation comes from Governor Overton James of the Chickasaw Nation, who highlights Spaan's 10 years of experience with the Public Health Service and his knowledge of the health conditions and needs of Oklahoma Indians. The document also mentions that other tribal leaders have recommended Spaan for the position. Congressman Carl Albert, who received the recommendation, expresses gratitude for Governor James' support and mentions that they have also recommended Spaan 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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for Promotion: John Spaan, Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service")
![["The Department of Health and Welfare in Silver Spring, Maryland, is thanking Mrs. Lowe for her letters regarding the selection of a new Executive Officer for the Indian Health program in the Oklahoma Area. They have selected a new officer who has demonstrated effectiveness in a similar role in another Indian Health Area. They appreciate Mrs. Lowe's interest in providing the best leadership for the program."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Leadership Appointment in Oklahoma Area Indian Health Program")
![["The document discusses the construction of a Cherokee model village in Oklahoma as part of a project to preserve Cherokee history. It also mentions the establishment of a Cherokee National Museum and Archives, as well as efforts to improve the health and sanitation facilities for Oklahoma Indians. The Division of Indian Health is working to reduce infant mortality rates and provide health services to the Cherokee Nation. The program aims to create a sense of self-sufficiency and preserve Indian culture."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving Cherokee History and Culture in Oklahoma")
![["The document consists of letters recommending Mr. John Spaan for the position of Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the U.S. Public Health Service. Various individuals, including Congressman Carl Albert and Clarke Chapman, have written letters in support of Mr. Spaan, citing his dedication, competence, and qualifications for the position. Despite initial efforts to secure the position for Mr. Spaan, it is mentioned that the Executive Officer position had already been filled. Nonetheless, efforts are ongoing to promote Mr. Spaan in the future."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for John Spaan for Executive Officer Position in Public Health Service")
![["The United States Department of the Interior's Indian Arts and Crafts Board has organized an exhibition featuring photographs and poems by Sioux children from the Porcupine Day School on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. The exhibition showcases the creative achievements of Indian students and the success of a special educational program that combines cultural enrichment, visual arts, and creative writing. The Board hopes that the exhibition will promote Native American arts and crafts and inform the public about the positive developments in Indian education. The exhibition will also tour museums, galleries, and Indian reservations in South Dakota. The Board's Chairman, Vincent Price, has sent a copy of the exhibition catalogue to Honorable Page Belcher of the House of Representatives for his interest and enjoyment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Page%20H.%20Belcher%20Collection,%201951-1972/92nd%20Congress-CAC_CC_004_11_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0000-Interior%20-%20Departmental%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from the Indian Arts and Crafts Board regarding the Exhibition of Photographs and Poems by Sioux Children")
![["The document consists of letters recommending Mr. John Spaan for the position of Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. The documents, written by various individuals including Mr. Bentley Beams and Mrs. Radie Beams, express strong support for Mr. Spaan's qualifications and experience. They have also been forwarded to Dr. Rabeau and other relevant authorities for consideration, despite an assignment already being made. The documents emphasize Mr. Spaan's understanding of the needs of the Indian people in Oklahoma and his ability to provide better service than candidates from other states. The writers request support for Mr. Spaan's appointment to 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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Letters of Recommendation for Mr. John Spaan for Executive Officer Position")
![["LaDonna Harris is grateful for the invitation to participate in the Society for Applied Anthropology meetings in Washington in May, specifically on a panel about American Indian Education. She expresses interest in the subject and hopes to be able to participate, pending further communication in April. LaDonna Harris commends Mr. Wax for his interest in the topic and expresses a desire to be helpful."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20January-May,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_7_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Invitation for Participation in Society for Applied Anthropology Panel on American Indian Education")
![["The document is a series of correspondence between Congressman Carl Albert, the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, and other individuals regarding various issues within the Indian Health Service. The Principal Chief expresses concerns about personnel decisions and the need for more representation of Oklahomans within the organization. Congressman Albert assures his support and assistance in addressing these concerns."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Health Services")
![["Congressman Carl Albert received a note from Dr. B. Frank Belvin regarding the Spaan matter. Belvin is upset that Mr. Spaan is not being named Executive Officer due to his limited background in engineering and maintenance. Belvin is concerned about Mr. Ellis having two strikes against him if Chief Belvin is against him. Belvin is happy that Congressman Albert is involved in the matter and hopes for a compromise with the Public Health Service to find a suitable candidate acceptable to Chief Belvin."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Support and Action for John Spaan: A Letter from Congressman Carl Albert")