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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "1971 Bill on Construction, Rehabilitation, Operation, and Maintenance of Indian Irrigation Projects"
- Date:
- 1971-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Bill H.R. 5332: Authorization for the Sale of Certain Lands of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe"
- Date:
- 1971-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces, United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Meeting Schedule for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-03-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ojibwa Indians, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_004_11_168_21A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Page H. Belcher Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Urban American Indian's Eligibility for Bureau of Indian Affairs Services
- Date:
- 1971-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Bill for Land Exchange and Development on the Kalispel Indian Reservation"
- Date:
- 1971-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris' Correspondence with Harvard Medical School Regarding Native American Admissions and Minority Representation
- Date:
- 1971-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1971 Meeting Schedule and Agenda for the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-03-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Ojibwa Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Mr. A.R. Morrison's Inquiry Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-03-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp: Pawnee Chief and Member of Congress"
- Date:
- 1971-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for Bobby Cannon as Superintendent of Fort Sill School
- Date:
- 1971-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.)
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["This bill introduced in the 92nd Congress relates to the construction, rehabilitation, operation, and maintenance of Indian irrigation projects. It specifies that funds for these projects must be specifically authorized by statute and outlines requirements for authorization requests, economic feasibility, cost allocation, and operation and maintenance costs. It also sets limits on appropriations for operation and maintenance, requires charges against the land, and mandates recommendations for non-reimbursable costs to be submitted to Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0019_thumbnail.jpg "\"1971 Bill on Construction, Rehabilitation, Operation, and Maintenance of Indian Irrigation Projects\"")
![["H.R. 5332 authorizes the Southern Ute Indian Tribe to sell tribal lands that are not needed for Indian use, with approval from the Secretary of the Interior. Proceeds from the sales must be used to purchase land within the Reservation boundaries. The bill also allows the Tribe to mortgage tribal land with approval from the Secretary of the Interior to raise money for land purchases. An amendment is included to address situations where the Tribe reacquires land through foreclosure of a mortgage or deed of trust."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201971-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0010_thumbnail.jpg "\"Bill H.R. 5332: Authorization for the Sale of Certain Lands of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe\"")
![["The memo outlines the meeting schedule for the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, including consideration of the committee budget, meetings with Secretary Morton to discuss legislative recommendations, and hearings on various bills related to Indian affairs. It also includes an orientation meeting with the Assistant Secretary of the Interior to discuss the Federal reclamation program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Meeting Schedule for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs")
![["Mr. Clyde W. Brown, Jr. wrote to Congressman Page Belcher seeking information about urban American Indians being restricted from Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) funded programs. Belcher forwarded the inquiry to the BIA, who responded that their services are typically only provided to Indians living on or near reservations. They do have an Employment Assistance Program for vocational training and employment services for reservation Indians. The BIA does not typically provide services to urban Indians, but other federal agencies are being encouraged to assist this population. Congressman Belcher promised to look into the matter and provide further information to Mr. Brown."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Urban American Indian's Eligibility for Bureau of Indian Affairs Services")
![["The document discusses bills H.R. 5950 and H.R. 8381, which authorize the purchase, sale, and exchange of lands on the Kalispel Indian Reservation to aid in land consolidation and development. The Department recommends amendments to allow sales to tribal members or Indians with fractionated interests and to permit encumbrances on mortgaged lands. The bills aim to consolidate land ownership, alleviate issues of heirship, and assist in leasing and disposition of tribal lands."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201970-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_21_0007_thumbnail.jpg "\"Bill for Land Exchange and Development on the Kalispel Indian Reservation\"")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris writes to Dr. Robert H. Ebert, Dean of Harvard Medical School, expressing concern about the shortage of Native American doctors and the need for more minority representation in the medical profession. Dr. Ebert responds, informing Senator Harris that four Native American applicants have been offered places at the school for the next year. He also discusses the Health Careers Summer Program, aimed at increasing the academic preparation of minority students to enhance their chances of admission to health-related professional schools. Financial support for the program is needed, and assistance from Senator Harris is welcomed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_14_012_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris' Correspondence with Harvard Medical School Regarding Native American Admissions and Minority Representation")
![["The memo outlines the meeting schedule for the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, including hearings on various bills related to Indian affairs and an orientation meeting with the Assistant Secretary of the Interior. The schedule includes specific dates and times for meetings, with no further meetings scheduled beyond March 24."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1971 Meeting Schedule and Agenda for the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris has received an interim report from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding Mr. A. R. Morrison's recent inquiry. He has enclosed a copy of the report for Mr. Morrison's review and will be in touch with him again once he receives more information."]](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_022_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Response to Mr. A.R. Morrison's Inquiry Regarding Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is a friendly exchange between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp, with Ferguson expressing appreciation for Camp's quick responses and actions. Ferguson also mentions a past incident with Henry, where Camp was helpful, and praises Camp for his efficient work."]](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_0023_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp: Pawnee Chief and Member of Congress\"")
![["The document from Jim Monroe, the administrative assistant to Senator Fred Harris, informs Mrs. Judy Knife Chief of the Orange County Indian Center that Senator Harris is out of the country on official business and encloses a report from 1969 regarding the administration of the Chilocco Indian School. In response, Mrs. Knife Chief writes a letter to Senator Harris expressing concern about the mistreatment of Indian students at the school and requests information on any investigations or actions taken to address the issue. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing human welfare over politics and requests a prompt reply."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_007_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for Bobby Cannon as Superintendent of Fort Sill School")