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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response to Comments on 'Today' Show Appearance
- Date:
- 1966-05-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Improving Conditions for Indian Children in Canton: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1966-05-17
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Small Business Development Center Proposal for Urban Indians
- Date:
- 1966-05-25
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs: Response from Senator Fred R. Harris
- Date:
- 1966-05-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The House of Service: A Letter to Honorable Fred Harris
- Date:
- 1966-05-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Preserving the Legacy: The Pacific Northwest Indian Cultural Center
- Date:
- 1966-05-27
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding inquiry
- Date:
- 1966-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Feedback on American Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-06-06
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for American Indians: A Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. Rex Chandler
- Date:
- 1966-06-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- The Strength of Purpose: A Letter of Enlistment
- Date:
- 1966-06-07
- Creator:
- Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The author, Fred R. Harris, is responding to a letter from Mr. Bill Pitner regarding a recent speech on the American Indian. Harris appreciates Pinter's views and is pleased with the new direction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. He mentions the loss of an Administrative Assistant but expresses confidence in the new Assistant Commissioner. Harris thanks Pitner for sharing his views on the important subject and signs off with kind regards."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Comments on 'Today' Show Appearance")
![["The document discusses the provision of care and supervision for Indian children in Canton whose parents are in jail. Meetings have been held between Bureau staff and town officials to address this issue, and suggestions have been made to utilize resources at the County, State, and Federal levels. The Blaine County Welfare Department has agreed to provide emergency care for children in need, and efforts are being made to develop an emergency shelter program. The Concho Agency is working with the Blaine County Development Foundation to address this issue, and social workers are investigating cases of child neglect in Canton. The Bureau staff are willing to collaborate with local and State agencies to address the problem of neglected Indian children in Oklahoma communities. It is emphasized that these issues should be seen as community problems rather than solely \"Indian\" problems."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Improving Conditions for Indian Children in Canton: A Call to Action")
![["The document is a fan letter expressing appreciation for a speech given by Guy Ro Indians about Indian culture and history. The document also mentions a grant and requests information on prevention. The document is signed by Eain M. Lesser."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Small Business Development Center Proposal for Urban Indians")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is responding to a letter from Mr. A. A. Hopkins-Dukes, the National Executive Director of The Tribal Indian Land Rights Association. Senator Harris states that he does not feel there is anything for a member of the Senate to do at this time regarding the association's activities, as the subject is already a matter of court action in Portland. He also mentions that he is open to considering any suggestions for legislation that Hopkins-Dukes may have."]](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_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with Bureau of Indian Affairs: Response from Senator Fred R. Harris")
![["Father Peter Jo Powell, director of St. Augustine's Center for American Indians in Chicago, writes to Senator Fred Harris expressing interest in his statements on national Indian policies. He highlights their work in community development projects and alcohol treatment programs for urban Indians. Father Powell looks forward to discussing their mutual concerns with Senator Harris."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "The House of Service: A Letter to Honorable Fred Harris")
![["Fred R. Harris received a letter from Marie Hood expressing interest in the American Indian. Harris thanked her for her letter and sent her 12 copies of a speech he made on behalf of the American Indians. He offered his assistance and stated his commitment to working for the American Indian cause."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving the Legacy: The Pacific Northwest Indian Cultural Center")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris thanks Mrs. Russell C. Hutton for her comments on his appearance on the \"Today\" show and sends her a copy of his recent speech from the \"Congressional Record.\" He mentions a new effort within the Bureau of Indian Affairs to improve Indian policy and forwards Mrs. Hutton's letter to the Bureau for a possible direct response to her comments and queries."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Response from Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding inquiry")
![["The document is from Fred R. Harris, a United States Senator, to Mr. Rex Chandler, commending him for his interest in the American Indian and acknowledging the lack of attention and opportunities given to them in the past. Harris expresses hope for more focus on the American Indian in the future for them to contribute to society."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Feedback on American Indian Affairs")
![["Stewart Alsop, Washington editor for The Saturday Evening Post, informs Jim Monroe, press secretary to Senator Fred R. Harris, that they have decided not to make an article out of Senator Harris' speech on the American-Indian policy. Alsop thanks Monroe for the opportunity to consider it."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for American Indians: A Letter from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. Rex Chandler")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris congratulates Mr. Middleton on his pilot cooking and nutrition project for urban Indians in Oklahoma City. He forwards the proposal to Harold Cameron for further review and offers his assistance in any way."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "The Strength of Purpose: A Letter of Enlistment")