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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Notice of Public Hearing for Distribution of Creek Indian Judgement Funds
- Date:
- 1973-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Hearing Set for $3.8 Million Funds Awarded to Cherokees
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Tribe's New Swimmer Chief Takes Charge Despite Protests
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Violation of Tribal Rights: The Battle for Self-Determination
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Settlement Process for Cherokee Compensation for Arkansas Riverbed
- Date:
- 1974-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Memo Regarding Appointment of Non-Indigenous Area Officer Contrary to Supreme Court Decision
- Date:
- 1974-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence: Referral Letter to Congressman Ted Risenhoover
- Date:
- 1977-09-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Request for Cherokee Nation Rolls Access
- Date:
- 1978-04-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Richard K. "Dick" Armey Collection
- Title:
- The Dangers of Judicial Activism
- Date:
- 1996-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Courts--United States, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 104th (1995-1997)
![["A public hearing will be held on March 9 at the Okmulgee County Courthouse in Oklahoma regarding the distribution of judgement funds awarded to the Creek Tribe by the Indian Claims Commission. The Creek Tribe is also holding a meeting on March 2 to discuss their plan for distribution with tribal members. A notice of the hearing will be mailed separately."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Notice of Public Hearing for Distribution of Creek Indian Judgement Funds")
![["A hearing has been scheduled to discuss the allocation of $3.8 million awarded to the Cherokee Nation by the Indian Claims Commission. The plan includes distributing funds to living Cherokees listed on tribal rolls, investing in various projects, and financing government programs. The award is the result of a long legal battle with the federal government over payment for land sold in the 19th century."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Hearing Set for $3.8 Million Funds Awarded to Cherokees")
![["Despite protests and allegations of election irregularities, Ross O. Swimmer has taken over as the new chief of the Cherokee tribe. The inauguration ceremony included the dedication of a memorial to past tribal leaders and the selection of Miss Cherokee. The new chief emphasized unity and pride among the Cherokee people, despite facing criticism and protests. Former chief Keeler was made an ambassador of goodwill for the tribe. Thompson, the U.S. Indian Commissioner, was shouted down by protesters during his speech. The new chief expressed confidence in his leadership and the future of the Cherokee tribe."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0040_thumbnail.jpg "Tribe's New Swimmer Chief Takes Charge Despite Protests")
![["The plaintiffs, members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes, filed a lawsuit seeking declaratory and injunctive relief to conduct a tribal referendum on a contract for the Concho School. The tribal business committee denied the petition for the referendum. The plaintiffs argued for jurisdiction based on the Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968, but the court found jurisdiction lacking and dismissed the case, allowing the plaintiffs to file an amended complaint within ten days. The court also ruled that the plaintiffs' request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction were moot."]](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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction")
![["The Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma are protesting against the Bureau of Indian Affairs for negotiating a contract for the operation of Concho School without the approval of the Tribal Council. They claim that this violates their Constitution and the spirit of Public Law #93-638, which was intended to give Indian people control over their affairs. The Tribal Council is seeking support to ensure that they have a say in the management of their own affairs and to prevent violations of their rights."]](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_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Violation of Tribal Rights: The Battle for Self-Determination")
![["The Army has advised the Cherokee tribe's attorneys that they will follow standard procedure in settling the question of compensation for the taking of the Arkansas River bed. The downstream portion of the riverbed is still in litigation between different tribes. Expert appraisers have estimated the total damage to be $42,494,536.40. The Army's general counsel will prepare a report for submission to the comptroller general, who will then decide whether a Certificate of Settlement should be issued for payment by Congress. The Cherokee attorneys acknowledged the government's honest mistake regarding ownership of the riverbed."]](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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement Process for Cherokee Compensation for Arkansas Riverbed")
![["The memo discusses the appointment of Silas Henard as the Area Officer of the Oklahoma City Indian Health office, despite the recent Supreme Court decision giving preference to Indians in all appointments within the Bureau of Indians. The memo also mentions that there are qualified Indian candidates who could have been appointed to the position. Senator Bellmon had previously indicated that Indians would be given priority in promotions and appointments within the Bureau. Additionally, a memo clarifies that Silas Henard is the Acting Executive Officer, not the Area Director."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Memo Regarding Appointment of Non-Indigenous Area Officer Contrary to Supreme Court Decision")
![["Mrs. Charles A. Perry wrote a letter on behalf of Mary Cascaden to Congressman James R. Jones. Jones thanked Mrs. Perry for her letter and stated that Congressman Ted Risenhoover should be given the opportunity to assist Ms. Cascaden. He referred the letter to Risenhoover's office for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0000-District%20Office,%20P%20%5B1%20of%202%5D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_11_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence: Referral Letter to Congressman Ted Risenhoover")
![["Mr. Forrest Gerard, Assistant Secretary of the Department of the Interior, received a letter from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding Mr. and Mrs. Burris's request for access to the rolls of the Cherokee Nation to determine their degree of Indian blood. The Burris's claim to be of Cherokee descent and have been unsuccessful in obtaining assistance from the Bureau in researching their ancestors. Senator Bartlett enclosed information provided by the Burris's and requested cooperation and assistance from the Department of the Interior in this matter."]](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_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Cherokee Nation Rolls Access")
![["The document discusses the issue of judicial activism and its implications on the federal judiciary. The author expresses concern about judges legislating from the bench and criticizes the judicial appointees of the Clinton administration for being soft on crime and promoting a liberal agenda. The author emphasizes the importance of appointing judges who adhere to a strict interpretation of the Constitution to prevent activist judges from dominating the judiciary."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Richard%20K.%20Dick%20Armey%20Collection/CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0000-Correspondence,%20Judiciary,%201993-2001/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_002_6_36_14_0060_thumbnail.jpg "The Dangers of Judicial Activism")
