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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-02-28
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963
- Date:
- 1963-10-21
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Evaluation of Indian Housing in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-06-14
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Nation, Seminole Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Proposal for Educational Improvement Program for Chickasaw Nation Indian Children
- Date:
- 1975-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Assistance Application for Improving Educational Opportunities for Indian Children by the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Federal Assistance Application for Comprehensive Educational Enrichment Program for Indian Children by Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1975-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Proposal for Educational Opportunities for Adult Indians from the Chickasaw Nation
- Date:
- 1975-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0068
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma's Application for Federal Assistance for Adult Education Program
- Date:
- 1975-01-27
- Creator:
- James, Overton, 1925-2015
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Chickasaw Nation, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
![["The text includes letters recommending individuals for the position of Governor of the Chickasaw Nation. The first letter is from Honorable Harry J. W. Belvin, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, recommending Overton James for the position. The second letter is from The First National Bank & Trust Company of Muskogee recommending the Honorable E. B. Maytubby for the position. A third letter is a personal letter from Durant, Oklahoma, advocating for Paul W. C. Kinney to be considered for the position. The letters highlight the qualifications and support for each individual."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20Chickasaw,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_18_0008.pdf "Correspondence on the Appointment of the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, 1963")
![["In the letter dated October 21, 1963, J.D. Lewis declines the offer to serve as a member of the General Counsel of the Chickasaw Tribe, but offers his support in legislation affecting self-rule and restoring the capitol at Tishomingo. He expresses pride in Governor Overton James and offers to help with fundraising efforts for the restoration of the Museum. Lewis also reflects on the meaning of the word Tishomingo and urges action after waiting for a long time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0033.pdf "Letter from J.D. Lewis to Governor Overton James Declining Counsel Position but Offering Support for Chickasaw Tribe Initiatives, 1963")
![["The document is a memorandum regarding a meeting between the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation and leaders of Indian Housing Authorities in Oklahoma. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the moratorium on financing applications for housing and to seek assistance from congressional offices. The memorandum includes a list of attendees from various tribal nations and government offices. It also mentions an invitation to evaluate Indian Housing in Oklahoma and attend a meeting of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes."]](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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inter-Tribal Council's Appeal for Evaluation of Indian Housing in Oklahoma")
![["The Chickasaw Nation of Indians in Oklahoma is submitting a proposal to the U.S. Office of Education for a training program for parent committee members to improve educational opportunities for Indian children. The program will be administered by the Chickasaw Nation and is seen as a necessary initiative to enhance the education of Indian students. The Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, Overton James, is requesting funding for the program."]](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_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Proposal for Educational Improvement Program for Chickasaw Nation Indian Children")
![["The document is an application for federal assistance from the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma to the U.S. Office of Education for an educational project for Indian children. The application includes details such as the project name, funding requested, population benefiting, project length, and start date. The application was submitted on January 27, 1975, and signed by Overton James, the Correon of the Chickasaw Nation."]](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_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Assistance Application for Improving Educational Opportunities for Indian Children by the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma")
![["This text is an application for federal assistance for a Comprehensive Educational Enrichment Program for Indian Children by the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma. The application includes details such as the federal grantor agency, funding requested, project description, population benefiting, project length, and application date. The application is signed by the Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, Overton James."]](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_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Assistance Application for Comprehensive Educational Enrichment Program for Indian Children by Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma")
![["The letter is a proposal from the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma requesting support for an educational program for adult Indians under the Indian Education Act of 1972. The program is considered greatly needed within the Chickasaw Nation and funding for the program is being requested. The letter is signed by Overton James, Governor of the Chickasaw Nation."]](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_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0067_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Proposal for Educational Opportunities for Adult Indians from the Chickasaw Nation")
![["The Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma is applying for federal assistance from the U.S. Office of Education for their Chickasaw Adult Education Program. The funding requested is $153,088.00 and the project will benefit 1,125+ Adult Indians for a duration of 12 months. The application was submitted on January 27, 1975 and the project is set to begin on July 1, 1975. The Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, Overton James, has certified that the data in the application is true and correct."]](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_130_21_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Education%20-%20Indian%20Education%20-%20Chickasaw%20Nation,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_130_21_0068_thumbnail.jpg "Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma's Application for Federal Assistance for Adult Education Program")