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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Memorandum on Upcoming Indian Affairs Subcommittee Hearings, 1971
- Date:
- 1971-10-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_073
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Funding for Osage Language and Indian Culture Classes
- Date:
- 1971-10-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_076
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Inquiry Regarding Funding for the Continuation of Osage Language and Indian Culture Classes
- Date:
- 1971-10-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Federal Educational Loans for Native Americans
- Date:
- 1971-10-19
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_057
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Urging Immediate Funding and Local Control for Indian Schools: A Letter to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-10-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_058
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Land Management Regarding Indian Education Contracts
- Date:
- 1971-10-28
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_062
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mr. Carroll C. Swan Regarding Funding for the 'Free Drop-In School' Program
- Date:
- 1971-11-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- FBI Investigation Report on Assault Incident at Chilocco Indian School, 1971
- Date:
- 1971-11-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Overview of Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Hearings on Tribes Judgment Funds Legislation
- Date:
- 1971-11-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Apache Indians, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mahlon Marshall Regarding California Indian Education Funding
- Date:
- 1971-11-09
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document provides a list of members of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs and the U.S. House of Representatives. It also includes a memorandum from Bob Gants, a Minority Consultant, to Minority Members of the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs regarding hearings on nine bills scheduled for October 14 and 15, 1971."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Memorandum on Upcoming Indian Affairs Subcommittee Hearings, 1971")
![["Mr. Charles A. Tayrien wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris expressing his desire to find funding for teaching the Osage language and Indian customs and culture classes. Fred R. Harris responded, stating that he has contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs to inquire about funding programs and other potential sources of funds. Harris will inform Tayrien once he receives a response from the Bureau of Indian Affairs."]](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_073_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Funding for Osage Language and Indian Culture Classes")
![["Mr. Charles A. Tayrien wrote a letter to Fred R. Harris expressing his desire to find funding for teaching the Osage language and Indian customs and culture classes. Fred R. Harris has contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs to inquire about funding opportunities and will update Mr. Tayrien once he receives a response."]](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_076_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Inquiry Regarding Funding for the Continuation of Osage Language and Indian Culture Classes")
![["Senator Fred Harris received a letter from Billie Masters inquiring about loans for higher education programs for Indians. Senator Harris contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs for information and received a reply stating that there are programs available for financial aid and supportive services for eligible Indian students attending college. Due to Masters' employment as a teacher, it is suggested that his salary should allow for repayment of at least the minimum required amount. The Bureau also mentioned that no provisions are made for the cancellation of guaranteed loans and resources are quickly depleting due to the high number of students being assisted. Senator Harris assured Masters that he will provide further information once he receives a report from the Bureau."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Federal Educational Loans for Native Americans")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is urging the Bureau of Indian Affairs to take immediate action to approve contracts and proposals for local control of Indian schools submitted by Indian communities. He criticizes the delays in approving these proposals and emphasizes the importance of self-determination for Indian people. Harris urges the Commissioner to fulfill prior commitments and approve school boards in Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana."]](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_057_thumbnail.jpg "Urging Immediate Funding and Local Control for Indian Schools: A Letter to the Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Fred R. Harris is writing to Deputy Assistant Secretary William L. Rogers to discuss the issue of Indian education contracts. He argues that the current policy of requiring contracts to be written under the Buy Indian Act is inconsistent with the Johnson-O'Malley Act, which he believes is a better vehicle for authorizing education contracts. Harris supports the Coalition of Indian Controlled School Boards in their request to change the contracting policy and urges Rogers to accept their offer of assistance in drafting new rules and regulations under the Johnson-O'Malley Act."]](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_058_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Land Management Regarding Indian Education Contracts")
![["Mr. Carroll C. Swan wrote a letter to Senator Fred R. Harris requesting funding for an education program called \"Free Drop-In School\" for students who have dropped out. Senator Harris expressed support for the program and contacted the Bureau of Indian Affairs on Swan's behalf to inquire about the status of the application. Harris indicated his desire to see programs like this implemented and promised to follow up with Swan once he receives a response from BIA."]](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_062_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mr. Carroll C. Swan Regarding Funding for the 'Free Drop-In School' Program")
![["The letter from J. Edgar Hoover of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to Senator Fred R. Harris discusses an investigation conducted at the Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma. The investigation was based on an assault on a Bureau of Indian Affairs officer by students at the school. The Assistant United States Attorney declined to prosecute the case, suggesting that the school administration handle it. A group of adults later demanded that the officer be terminated and the suspended students reinstated."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_006_thumbnail.jpg "FBI Investigation Report on Assault Incident at Chilocco Indian School, 1971")
![["The document describes a series of hearings held by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs on various bills related to judgment funds for different Native American tribes. The bills include provisions for lands held in trust for specific tribes, as well as the disposition of funds appropriated to pay judgments in favor of different tribes. The document also mentions an executive session for mark-up of additional bills related to judgment funds for various tribes."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Overview of Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Hearings on Tribes Judgment Funds Legislation")
![["The letter is from Fred R. Harris to Mahlon Marshall, thanking him for providing information on California Indian Education projects. Harris acknowledges the importance of increasing Johnson-O'Malley funds for the educational benefit of Indian children in California and states that he is contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs on the matter. Harris promises to update Marshall on any progress and signs the letter with kind regards."]](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_005_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris' Letter to Mahlon Marshall Regarding California Indian Education Funding")