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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Indian Self-Determination Act: Empowering Tribal Control in Federal Programs
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Johnson-O'Malley Regulations: A Collective Effort for Native American Education
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Initial Response to S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Indian Self Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Starr, Hickory Jr., 1940-2023
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Statement of Principal Chief Elmer Manatowa, Jr. in Support of H.R. 11771: Division of Judgment Funds Among Sac and Fox Tribes
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Sac and Fox Indians--Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_22_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Introduction of the Indian Financing Act of 1973: Promoting Economic Development for Indigenous Communities"
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Title: Request for Assistance in Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_3_82_58_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Amendments to S. 2593: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1973-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Issues at the Institute of Southern Plains, Inc.
- Date:
- 1973-01-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is a letter from Honorable John N. Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, thanking Mr. Charles Delaney, Acting Area Director of the Anadarko Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, for providing a copy of the Disaster Relief Emergency Contingency Plan. The plan is developed to protect and provide services to the Indian population and trust land areas within the Anadarko Area in emergency situations. The plan includes the delegation of authority, responsibilities, and organization of resources to be utilized in times of disaster."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Indian Self-Determination Act: Empowering Tribal Control in Federal Programs")
![["The Chairman of the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Bob Cannon, expresses concern to the Bureau of Indian Affairs Commissioner, Morris Thompson, about statements regarding the possible closing of boarding schools in Oklahoma. Congressman Happy Camp reassures Mr. Cannon that there are many in Washington who understand the importance of Indian schools and that hasty closings are not likely. Congressman Camp also appreciates Mr. Cannon's efforts to clarify the Commissioner's comments and wishes him a happy holiday season."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Johnson-O'Malley Regulations: A Collective Effort for Native American Education")
![["The Department of the Interior has released a new booklet on Indian education, outlining various programs aimed at improving education for American Indians. The booklet covers topics such as federal schools, colleges, teacher training, and bilingual education. It is available for purchase for $1.05. Assistant to the Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs, Marvin L. Franklin, emphasized the importance of education for Indian communities in the 1970s."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Initial Response to S. 1017: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act")
![["The document is responding to concerns about the reorganization of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and potential elimination of certain Area Offices. It clarifies that no reorganization is currently taking place, and a Management Review Team is conducting a detailed review of the BIA organization. The team is consulting with tribal governments and gathering their input before making any decisions. The document assures that all views will be carefully considered before any final organizational decisions are made."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973")
![["The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs has awarded $2.7 million to the Peoria Indian Tribe of Oklahoma as additional payment for land ceded in Indiana in the 1800s. The funds were appropriated and have been on deposit since 1971. Individual shares will be processed through the Treasury Department's regional disbursing office in Denver and mailed directly to eligible recipients."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Self Determination and Educational Reform Act of 1973")
![["Elmer Manatowa, Principal Chief of the Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma, supports H.R. 11771 which divides a judgment award between the Oklahoma Sac and Fox and the Iowa Sac and Fox tribes based on current membership. The Department of the Interior prefers using 1937 census rolls for division, but the Oklahoma Sac and Fox disagree, citing flaws in the 1937 roll and differences in tribal membership criteria. They argue that dividing the award based on current membership is the fairest and most democratic approach."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Sac%20and%20Fox%20Indians,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Statement of Principal Chief Elmer Manatowa, Jr. in Support of H.R. 11771: Division of Judgment Funds Among Sac and Fox Tribes")
![["The Indian Financing Act of 1973 aims to provide capital to develop and utilize Indian resources, improve the standard of living for Native Americans, and promote economic development. The Act allows for direct loans and loan guarantees for individuals and organizations that cannot obtain financing from other sources. Loans must be repaid, and tribes are encouraged to use their own funds before seeking assistance."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "\"Introduction of the Indian Financing Act of 1973: Promoting Economic Development for Indigenous Communities\"")
![["The Tribal Indian Land Rights Association of Oregon has officers and board members who are working to protect the rights of Indian people in Oregon. They are concerned about the allotment issue and feel that the federal representatives are not adequately representing the Indian people. They are organizing to fight for Indian land rights and have filed suits in various states, including Oregon. Representative Robert Smith has disclosed that Indian claims to federal lands in Oregon could wipe out state lands and forests, and a hearing will be held to address these issues. Amos A. Hopkins-Dukes, the National Executive Director, is leading the effort to acquire land for Indians under an 1887 allotment act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Request for Assistance in Indian Affairs")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas acknowledges receipt of a letter from Senator Joseph O'Mahoney regarding a bill, S. 2593, related to the Choctaw Nation of Indians in Oklahoma. The Secretary of the Interior recommends two clarifying amendments to the bill, which would authorize the commutation of annual appropriations for fulfilling treaties with the Choctaw Nation. The Chief of the Choctaw Nation supports the bill, as it aligns with the tribe's desire for a lump sum payment of tribal properties. The Secretary of the Interior suggests amendments to clarify the approval process for the commutation by the Choctaw Nation members. The Bureau of the Budget has no objection to the report being submitted to the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_58_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Appropriation,%201949,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_58_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Amendments to S. 2593: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["The document discusses issues at the Institute of Southern Plains, including problems with attendance, discipline, financial mismanagement, and lack of academic achievement among high school students. The teachers express concerns about the school's current state and request assistance from Senator Bartlett to address these issues. The school is funded under the Indian Education Act and is eligible to reapply for a grant, but improvements are needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Institute%20of%20the%20Southern%20Plains,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Issues at the Institute of Southern Plains, Inc.")