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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Indian Education Reform: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Enhancing Indian Self-Determination through Legislative Reform: Testimony of John H. Kyl
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Title II of S. 1017: Indian Education Assistance Act
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Revolutionizing Native Affairs: A New Vision for Self-Determination and Prosperity"
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Letter to Commissioner Bruce Regarding Contract Protest by Ramah Navaho High School Directors
- Date:
- 1970-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Department of Health, Education, and Welfare's Response to Request for Views on H.R. 7421 and Proposed Amendments for Menominee Indian Tribe's Federal Recognition and
- Date:
- 1970-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Investigation into the Indian Rehabilitation Program for Parolees
- Date:
- 1970-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_45_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Indian Affairs: Progress and Promises in 1970
- Date:
- 1970-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act: A Letter to Congressman Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1970-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Choctaw Termination Act Repeal
- Date:
- 1970-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The National Tribal Chairmen's Association is urging the Nixon Administration to keep its promise to improve services for American Indians. They are calling for the realignment of the Bureau of Indian Affairs to be implemented without interference. The organization believes that the focus on reorganization has delayed the delivery of services to Indian people and is advocating for more consultation with elected tribal officials for better decision-making."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Indian Education Reform: A Call to Action")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has announced plans to double the funding for improvements at Chilocco School from $300,000 to as much as $600,000. They also plan to request an additional $500,000 for the design of a new school building. The funds will be used for rehabilitation of dormitories, campus buildings, and general refurbishing. Congressional permission is needed for the re-appropriation of funds, but work at Chilocco could begin early in the spring."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Enhancing Indian Self-Determination through Legislative Reform: Testimony of John H. Kyl")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has released a new booklet titled \"Indian Education: Steps to Progress in the 70's\" which outlines various programs aimed at improving the education of American Indians. The booklet covers topics such as Federal schools, boarding schools, colleges, adult education, teacher training, and bilingual education. It emphasizes the importance of education in advancing the Indian community and is available for purchase at $1.05."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of Title II of S. 1017: Indian Education Assistance Act")
![["The document discusses the shift in federal policy towards native peoples in the United States, focusing on self-determination and economic prosperity. It highlights the need for effective policy planning, with precepts such as prioritizing thought before action and determining goals independently before considering political and budgetary feasibility. The convergence of federal and native goals is emphasized, with a focus on political self-determination and economic development. The traditional native goals of self-determination are contrasted with the new federal goals, which aim to empower native groups and eliminate welfare programs through economic prosperity."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0020_thumbnail.jpg "\"Revolutionizing Native Affairs: A New Vision for Self-Determination and Prosperity\"")
![["The letter from Ramah Navajo High School to Commissioner Louis Bruce expresses their concerns about the contract signed under the \"Buy Indian Act\" for education services. They believe education should not be treated as a commodity and that contracts should be drawn up using the Johnson O'Malley law specifically for education. They also argue for the inclusion of an arbitration clause in the contract to resolve disputes between the school board and the government."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_041_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Letter to Commissioner Bruce Regarding Contract Protest by Ramah Navaho High School Directors")
![["The Department of Health, Education, and Welfare supports the enactment of H.R. 7421, a bill related to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin, if amended as suggested. The Department highlights the importance of maintaining the special relationship between Native Americans and the Federal government and provides estimated costs for providing health services to the Menominee people. They recommend amendments to the bill to ensure eligibility for Indian Health Service programs and the delivery of Federal services to the tribe. The Office of Management and Budget has no objections to the report."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Menominee%20Tribe%20Bills%20(H.R.%207421,%20H.R.%209078),%20Background,%20Analysis,%20Amendments,%20Summary%20of%20Hearings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_8_0010_thumbnail.jpg "\"Department of Health, Education, and Welfare's Response to Request for Views on H.R. 7421 and Proposed Amendments for Menominee Indian Tribe's Federal Recognition and")
![["Reverend Arthur Stoneking wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the Indian Rehabilitation Program for Indian parolees funded by the U.S. Department of the Interior. Stoneking expressed concerns about lack of response and transparency in the program, and requested a complete investigation. Senator Harris responded with warm regards and promised to provide a report after contacting the Department of the Interior. Stoneking also sent a packet of information about the parolee program to Senator Harris."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Investigation into the Indian Rehabilitation Program for Parolees")
![["The document is written by Jed Reynolds to the editor of The Oklahoma Journal, expressing concern about the treatment of American Indians and the abuse faced by his wife Maude Reynolds. He also mentions writing a book on the subject of conflict and shares advice from his family history. The response from Carl Albert expresses appreciation for the letter and shares best wishes."]](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_82_45_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20General,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_45_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Affairs: Progress and Promises in 1970")
![["Ernest W. Tate, an attorney at law, wrote a letter to Congressman Carl Albert expressing concern about the Choctaw Termination Act of 1959 and its impact on the Choctaws, Chickasaws, and Cherokees. Tate emphasized the potential negative effects of the Act on tribal lands and treaty rights. Congressman Albert responded, thanking Tate for his support in repealing the Act and assuring him of ongoing efforts to pass a repeal bill before the Act's effective date. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Repeal of the Choctaw Termination Act: A Letter to Congressman Carl Albert")
![["The document is a thank you note from Haden and Joe Spring to Mr. Albert for his efforts on behalf of the Choctaws of Oklahoma, specifically for helping to secure mutual help houses to be built in Talihina. Mr. Albert responds with gratitude for their appreciation and thanks them for their kind words. Cases/Acts: Termination Act"]](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_82_39_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw%20-%20Choctaw%20Termination%20Act,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_39_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Choctaw Termination Act Repeal")