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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Subcommittee Hearing on Indian Affairs: Witness Transcripts and Testimonies
- Date:
- 1972-06-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between a Klamath Indian Parent and a Member of Congress Regarding Indian Education in 1972
- Date:
- 1972-06-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Legislative Summary for the Week of June 19-23, 1972: Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs"
- Date:
- 1972-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Democratic Party U.S.
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1972 Correspondence on Securing Funding for Indian Boarding Schools for Better Education Opportunities
- Date:
- 1972-06-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Additional Funding for Advocacy and Representation of American Indians
- Date:
- 1972-06-19
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Names:
- Menominee Indians
- Topic:
- Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Postponement of National Conference on Health Care of the Poor Due to Low Registration and Travel Difficulties
- Date:
- 1972-06-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Resignation and Recommendations Letter from LaDonna Harris to Peterson Zah
- Date:
- 1972-06-20
- Creator:
- Harris, LaDonna
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Congressional Memorandum: Approval of Navajo-Hopi Joint-Use Area Bill H.R. 11128 by Subcommittee on Indian Affairs"
- Date:
- 1972-06-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_266_23_012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities for James G. Jackson in the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1972-06-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- 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_003_2_30_28_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Bill Regarding Judgement Funds for Creek Indians of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1972-06-24
- Creator:
- Harjo, Allen, 1935-2007, Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The document outlines the witnesses who appeared before the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs during hearings held on December 4, 5, and 6, 1972. The witnesses included government officials from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, General Services Administration, Office of Management and Budget, and other organizations related to Indian affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Trail%20of%20Broken%20Treaties%20Caravan,%20Hearings,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_5_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Subcommittee Hearing on Indian Affairs: Witness Transcripts and Testimonies")
![["The letter is from Fred Huitt, a Klamath Indian parent, requesting help from Congressman Happy Camp in securing better educational opportunities for Indian children, specifically through funding for boarding schools like Chemawa or Stewart. Huitt emphasizes the importance of education in preparing children for the changing world and expresses concern over the lack of financial resources to provide the best education possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Education,,%201970-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between a Klamath Indian Parent and a Member of Congress Regarding Indian Education in 1972")
![["The document provides a summary of the legislative activities of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs for the week of June 19-23, 1972. This includes hearings and executive sessions on various bills related to national parks, recreation areas, mining, Indian affairs, federal lands, and construction projects. The schedule for the week includes discussions on surface mining legislation, partition of surface rights for Indian tribes, and the establishment of national recreation areas and wilderness areas."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0016_thumbnail.jpg "\"Legislative Summary for the Week of June 19-23, 1972: Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs\"")
![["Mrs. Corrine Jackson, Field Coordinator of the Native American Talent Search Project, wrote a letter to Congressman John N. Happy Camp expressing the need for funds to provide better educational opportunities for Indian children, particularly to attend boarding schools. She emphasized the importance of education for these children and how it can help them become productive citizens. Congressman Happy Camp responded, acknowledging her concerns and promising to keep the needs of Indian children in mind when voting on relevant legislation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Education,,%201970-1972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_2_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1972 Correspondence on Securing Funding for Indian Boarding Schools for Better Education Opportunities")
![["LaDonna Harris, on behalf of the AIO Action Council, expresses gratitude for the $5,000 grant received for the Menominee legislation. They are in need of additional funds to represent American Indians on various issues and are unable to receive tax-exempt funds. The organization lobbies on legislative issues, publishes a Legislative Alert, and wants to move into voter registration. Funds are urgently needed for travel expenses for American Indians to testify before Congressional committees. The focus is on restoring government services and tribal recognition for the Menominee Indians of Wisconsin. Harris expresses gratitude for past support and looks forward to continued collaboration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from AIO Action Council Seeking Additional Funding for Advocacy and Representation of American Indians")
![["The Committee on Health Care of the Poor had to postpone a conference due to low advance registrations caused by the gasoline shortage, travel difficulties, and economic pressures. The recipient, Ms. Elbert, was thanked for her interest and will be notified of the new conference dates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Postponement of National Conference on Health Care of the Poor Due to Low Registration and Travel Difficulties")
![["LaDonna Harris, President of Americans for Indian Opportunity, is resigning as President of the Policy Council of the AIO Action Council due to a requirement by the Ford Foundation. She recommends that Bill Gover be chosen as Acting President and that the name of the AIO Action Council be changed to Native American Lobby. Harris expresses appreciation for the continued support and looks forward to working together."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Resignation and Recommendations Letter from LaDonna Harris to Peterson Zah")
![["The document is a memorandum from the Chief Clerk and Staff Director to all members of the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs regarding the approval of H. R. 11128 by the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. The bill concerns the Navajo-Hopi Joint-Use Area and is scheduled for Full Committee consideration on June 28, 1972. Enclosed are a copy of the bill, Subcommittee Amendments, and a section-by-section analysis."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0009_thumbnail.jpg "\"Congressional Memorandum: Approval of Navajo-Hopi Joint-Use Area Bill H.R. 11128 by Subcommittee on Indian Affairs\"")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding James G. Jackson's inquiry about a teaching position in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The Deputy Commissioner explains that there are limited openings for teachers due to reduced turnover rates and the national job market conditions. Preference is given to individuals of one-fourth degree or more of Indian blood, but qualified non-Indians are also considered. Senator Fred R. Harris is asked to consider providing assistance to Jackson in finding a job. Another letter from Harris inquires about financial assistance for Indian law students at the American Indian Law Center."]](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_012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities for James G. Jackson in the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["Allen Harjo and other Creek Indians are opposed to a bill introduced by Senator Dewey Bartlett that would allow judgement funds awarded to the Creek Indians of Oklahoma to be controlled by the Creek Chief and approved by the Secretary of the Interior. They believe the Creek Chief does not always act in the best interests of the tribe. They are requesting that the funds be managed by the Bureau of Indian Affairs until the tribe adopts a constitution, and that decisions regarding the funds be contingent upon the tribe adopting a constitution. They are urging Senator Bartlett and other Senators not to pass the bill in its current form."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Bill Regarding Judgement Funds for Creek Indians of Oklahoma")