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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_11_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Improving Public Health Services for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1967-08-30
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- University of Oklahoma's Prestigious Collection of American Indian Art Embarks on Tour
- Date:
- 1967-08-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Declined Invitation and Recommendation for a Speaker at the Woman's Society of Christian Service Meeting
- Date:
- 1967-08-31
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet
- Date:
- 1967-09-09
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Hopi Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Apology for Missed Meeting and Request for Address Update from Tulsa Indian Women's Club Member
- Date:
- 1967-09-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Inviting Mrs. Fred Harris to Guthrie Job Corps Center's One-Year Birthday Celebration
- Date:
- 1967-09-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Attend Children's Artwork Presentation
- Date:
- 1967-09-23
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Apology and Invitation to NCAI's Annual Convention
- Date:
- 1967-09-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0057
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Invitation and Response to Participate in a Panel Discussion on American Indian Issues: A Historical Correspondence
- Date:
- 1967-09-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Mrs. LaDonna Harris as Chairman of Women's Advisory Council on Poverty
- Date:
- 1967-09-29
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Human Rights
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The document discusses a situation regarding the reduction of medical services at Antlers in Pushmataha county, Oklahoma. There were complaints about the decrease in services, but efforts were being made to address the issue and adjust services to meet the needs of the people. Chief Belvin and Dr. Robertson were working together to resolve the situation, and it was believed that everything would work out. Chief Belvin's wife had a heart attack, and well wishes were sent to her. The document also mentions communication between various individuals involved in the situation."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Public Health Services for Native Americans")
![["The University of Oklahoma Museum of Art's collection of American Indian paintings will be on display at the Oklahoma Art Center from September 23 to October 1. The collection, considered prestigious, has been exhibited in Europe multiple times. In addition to the paintings, the center will also feature steel sculptures by OU graduates and works by other artists. The paintings have been shown in various countries through exhibitions organized by the U.S. Information Agency and other cultural organizations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0048_thumbnail.jpg "University of Oklahoma's Prestigious Collection of American Indian Art Embarks on Tour")
![["Mrs. Phillip Dye from the Putnam City Methodist Church in Oklahoma City invited LaDonna Harris to speak at their monthly meeting in March 1968 on the topic of \"The American Indian-His Heritage and Emerging Identity.\" LaDonna Harris declined the invitation due to scheduling conflicts but recommended contacting Mrs. Iola Taylor for a suitable speaker. Mrs. Dye requested assistance in finding a speaker for their event, focusing on the challenges and progress of Native Americans. LaDonna Harris offered to help in any way she could and shared information on the work of the OIO."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Declined Invitation and Recommendation for a Speaker at the Woman's Society of Christian Service Meeting")
![["LaDonna Harris expresses regret that she cannot attend the Sequoyah Circle event honoring American Indian traditions and heritage on October 22, 1967, due to prior commitments. However, she offers to assist in any way she can and extends kind regards. In a separate letter, Harvey R. Wells invites Mrs. La Donna Harris to attend the First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet at the California Institution for Men, as part of the efforts of the Sequoyah Circle to preserve American Indian culture. Wells hopes for a convergence of Indian leaders at the event and requests her presence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0052_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Decline to Sequoyah Circle's First Annual All Indian Exposition and Banquet")
![["LaDonna Harris apologizes for missing the first meeting of the Tulsa Indian Women's Club and requests a change of address. She expresses pride in being a member and asks to be kept informed of future activities. Mrs. Zufall sends a reminder about the next meeting and encourages members to participate in the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Apology for Missed Meeting and Request for Address Update from Tulsa Indian Women's Club Member")
![["The letter is from Charlyce King, the Center Director of Guthrie Job Corps Center, inviting LaDonna and Fred Harris to the center's one-year-old birthday celebration on October 20. Charlyce mentions the positive impact the center is having on the young women there and recalls working together in the past. She also mentions a former student, Doris Redelk Nelson, who is doing well and expresses a desire for LaDonna and Fred Harris to visit the center."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Inviting Mrs. Fred Harris to Guthrie Job Corps Center's One-Year Birthday Celebration")
![["The document is a letter from Marion J. Arnold, a VISTA Volunteer, inviting LaDonna Harris to attend a presentation of work done by children in the White Eagle community. The children worked hard to create pieces for a display at the Ponca Indian Free Fair and were awarded a blue ribbon. Mrs. Horton from the museum requested that their work be put on permanent exhibit. The event is planned for early next month and they are hoping LaDonna Harris can attend. Arnold asks for a response to make further plans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation for Ladonna Harris to Attend Children's Artwork Presentation")
![["LaDonna Harris receives a letter from John Belindo apologizing for not inviting her to the National Congress of American Indians' Annual Convention. Belindo expresses regret for the oversight and hopes she will still consider attending. Harris responds graciously, expressing her understanding and appreciation for the invitation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Apology and Invitation to NCAI's Annual Convention")
![["Dr. Edward D. Greenwood of The Menninger Foundation has invited Mrs. Iola Taylor to participate in a panel discussion on \"The American Indian and his Present Dilemma\" at the American Orthopsychiatric Association annual meeting. Mrs. Taylor was recommended by LaDonna Harris, who was initially invited but could not commit due to scheduling conflicts. The panel will consist of a moderator and five panel members, with each member making a presentation about their work. The invitation does not include funds for transportation or honoraria. LaDonna Harris suggested Mrs. Taylor as her replacement and expressed gratitude for the invitation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Meetings%20Declined,%20June-December,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_283_8_0057_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation and Response to Participate in a Panel Discussion on American Indian Issues: A Historical Correspondence")
![["Mrs. LaDonna Harris has been appointed as chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty by the Office of Economic Opportunity. The Council aims to increase women's involvement in the War on Poverty and strengthen efforts to help people move out of poverty. LaDonna Harris, an active member of the Comanche Indian Tribe, has a background in advocacy and community service. The Council has four main objectives, including coordinating efforts of women's groups and evaluating the impact of poverty programs on women. LaDonna Harris is also involved in other organizations and projects, such as recruiting American Indian youths for the Peace Corps. She and her husband, Senator Fred R. Harris, have three children and maintain homes in Oklahoma and Virginia."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Womens%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Poverty,%20October-May,%201967-1968/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_285_23_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Mrs. LaDonna Harris as Chairman of Women's Advisory Council on Poverty")