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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Need for Housing Units: Inter-Tribal Council's Plea
- Date:
- 1973-12-11
- Creator:
- Cox, Claude A., 1913-
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cayuga Nation, Shawnee Nation, Cherokee Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Modoc Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Department of the Interior Response to S. 1017 - Indian Self-Determination Act
- Date:
- 1973-12-11
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_5_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Title: Transfer Request for Bureau of Indian Affairs System
- Date:
- 1973-12-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Commissioner Morris Thompson for Native American Heritage Week at Oklahoma State University
- Date:
- 1973-12-14
- Creator:
- Schexnider, Dora S., 1939-2017
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Sac and Fox Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- BIA Contracts and Research Projects Awarded in June 1974
- Date:
- 1973-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Meeting Minutes: Chickasaw Tribe Land Dispute and Survey Funding Issues
- Date:
- 1973-12-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- HUD Regulations for Indian Housing Authorities
- Date:
- 1973-12-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Indian Financing Act of 1974: Empowering Indian Communities
- Date:
- 1973-12-22
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for Indian Legislation: S. 1017 and the Three-Way Struggle
- Date:
- 1973-12-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_4_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- September 24, 1974 ON-SITE MONITORING CHECKLIST: Title I-ESEA Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1973-12-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["Senator Dewey Bartlett wrote to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on behalf of the Inter-Tribal Council in Miami, Oklahoma, requesting additional housing units. The Department responded that they had already allocated units for the transitional quarter but anticipated receiving authorization for additional units in the near future. The Inter-Tribal Council had requested 275 additional housing units to meet the needs of the eight tribes they serve in Northeastern Oklahoma. Senator Bartlett expressed hope that the Council would receive the necessary housing units and offered further assistance if 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_33_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Need for Housing Units: Inter-Tribal Council's Plea")
![["The Senate has confirmed Morris Thompson as Commissioner of Indian Affairs, with Secretary of the Interior Rogers C.B. Morton expressing confidence in Thompson's ability to lead a new era for American Indians. Thompson, who is an Athabascan Indian, will report directly to Morton and function as an assistant secretary. He is the youngest person to serve as Commissioner at 34 years old. Thompson's appointment follows the resignation of Louis R. Bruce, with Marvin L. Franklin previously serving as Assistant to the Secretary for Indian Affairs. The Department aims to advance opportunities for Indian citizens while maintaining the special federal relationship with recognized Indian tribes."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Department of the Interior Response to S. 1017 - Indian Self-Determination Act")
![["The document is from LaRae Nichols to Mr. Kennan requesting a transfer within the Bureau of Indian Affairs system to Oklahoma. Nichols has been trying to transfer for a year but has been unsuccessful due to Indian preference policies. Nichols mentions a special friend, Jody Dread fullwater, who suggested contacting Mr. Kennan for help. Nichols expresses a desire to be close to her parents in Oklahoma and is willing to take any position other than teaching. She asks for assistance in her transfer request."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_30_05_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Transfer Request for Bureau of Indian Affairs System")
![["The Native American Student Association of Oklahoma State University invited Commissioner Morris Thompson to speak at their third Annual Native American Heritage Week. Congressman Happy Camp supported the invitation and contacted Commissioner Thompson on their behalf. However, Commissioner Thompson regretfully declined the invitation due to prior commitments. Instead, Assistant Director S. Gabe Paxton, Jr. would attend the event in his place. The Association planned various activities for the week, including guest speakers, panel discussions, and a pow-wow."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Commissioner Morris Thompson for Native American Heritage Week at Oklahoma State University")
![["On June 13, 1974, BIA Contracts were awarded to Evans & Throop in Ponca City for the removal and replacement of street surfaces at Chilocco Indian for $27,487. On June 17, a contract was awarded to OSU School of Ag. & Applied Sciences in Stillwater for the study of the effects of desalination waste on irrigation water of the Washita River for $29,250."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0000-nterior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_17_0001_thumbnail.jpg "BIA Contracts and Research Projects Awarded in June 1974")
![["The memorandum records a meeting between Governor Overton James, Chief of the Chickasaw Tribe, and others to discuss problems faced by the tribe. Issues raised include legislation for a land dispute with the Cherokee Tribe, concerns about the survey of land riparian to the Arkansas River, the retirement of the Muskogee Area Director of BIA, and the impact of the Revenue Sharing program on Oklahoma Indian Tribes. The meeting also addressed the appointment of a new Area Director and tribal input on the matter. Governor James expressed concerns about tribal funding under the Revenue Sharing program, and the group agreed to follow up on the issues discussed."]](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_111_35_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Chickasaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_35_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Meeting Minutes: Chickasaw Tribe Land Dispute and Survey Funding Issues")
![["The document from the Department of Housing and Urban Development addresses Senator Bartlett's request to reinstate a requirement that Indian Housing Authorities not exceed a 10% rent delinquency level. The document explains the new regulations on Indian housing, emphasizing the importance of good management and rent collection for IHAs applying for new housing units. The regulations provide guidelines for HUD approval, including setting goals and timetables for improvement. The document assures that the Department is working towards both producing new Indian housing units and improving IHA management performance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0011_thumbnail.jpg "HUD Regulations for Indian Housing Authorities")
![["The Indian Financing Act of 1974, signed by President Nixon, provides $250 million in credit for Indians and grants of up to $50,000 to Indian small businesses. The Act consolidates existing Indian revolving loan funds, creates a new Indian Loan Guaranty and Insurance Fund, and establishes the Indian Business Development Program. The goal is to increase Indian entrepreneurship and employment by providing access to credit and capital resources. President Nixon acknowledged the deprivation and isolation of American Indians and emphasized the importance of addressing their economic needs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Financing Act of 1974: Empowering Indian Communities")
![["The Concho School Board passed a resolution opposing the phasing out of Indian boarding schools, particularly the Concho School, in response to remarks made by Morris Thompson during his confirmation hearing for Commissioner of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Congressman Happy Camp reassured the Board that there are many supporters of Indian schools in Washington and throughout the country, and that they will be monitoring the situation closely."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for Indian Legislation: S. 1017 and the Three-Way Struggle")
![["A checklist for conducting on-site monitoring visits for Title I projects under the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The checklist includes sections for interviews with LEA, program visitation, financial procedures, documentation, and a monitoring checklist. It also includes instructions on completing the checklist and areas to focus on during the visit, such as parental involvement, assessment, and target children. The checklist is to be completed by a monitoring team and forwarded to the Title I Central Office for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%201972/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_4_0003_thumbnail.jpg "September 24, 1974 ON-SITE MONITORING CHECKLIST: Title I-ESEA Bureau of Indian Affairs")