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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Speech on American Indian Policy Shared with NBC News
- Date:
- 1966-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala
- Date:
- 1966-06-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Colorado River Basin Project and Indigenous Rights
- Date:
- 1966-08-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Indian Loan Policies in 1966
- Date:
- 1966-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Dispute Over Estate Distribution: Memorandum from the Office of the Solicitor, Department of the Interior, to Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Estate of Flora Hamma
- Date:
- 1966-10-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation Letter to Bureau of Indian Affairs from Carnegie Industrial Development Committee
- Date:
- 1966-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Bureau of Indian Affairs' Statement on Creek Indians' Judgment Funds Distribution: Correspondence to Sim L. Liles
- Date:
- 1966-12-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Formal Protest: Disallowed Use of Travel Fund by Area Public Information Specialist
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Advancing Public Health Communication: The Professional Journey of Sula Saltsman Goodman
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Newly Appointed Members Join Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
![["The letter is informing Bill Monroe, Bureau Manager of NBC News, that a copy of the Senator's recent speech on American Indian policy has been sent to him. The speech was also discussed on the NBC Today show on April 27. Enclosed with the letter is a Congressional Record reprint of the speech, along with comments by Senator Mansfield and others. The sender, Jim Monroe, hopes that this information is both interesting and useful. He offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_14_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Speech on American Indian Policy Shared with NBC News")
![["The text is a series of letters concerning a discrimination case filed by Joseph L. Shankhamala. The Department of Interior closed the case based on procedural aspects and Shankhamala's rejection of a hearing. Senator Fred R. Harris expresses regret that a more favorable reply could not be given and advises Shankhamala of his right to appeal to the Civil Service Commission. There is also mention of Shankhamala's employment situation and desire for a transfer."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Discrimination Case of Joseph L. Shankhamala")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris sent a letter to Mrs. Zorah E. Sigg's enclosing a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the Colorado River Basin Project. The project aims to provide water support for the Hualapai Tribe and is currently before Congress for authorization. The bill, if enacted, would authorize the construction of Hualapai Dam, provide compensation to the Tribe, and grant them certain rights and access to resources. The letter from Mrs. Sigg's expressing support for the project was also enclosed in the correspondence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Colorado River Basin Project and Indigenous Rights")
![["Mrs. Jimmie B. Glatfelter requested information about loans to Indians, specifically for small businesses and homes. The Bureau of Indian Affairs reported that the funds for loans are currently limited, pending legislation to increase the authorization. Loans are available for economic development purposes, with restrictions including applicants being at least one-quarter degree Indian blood and showing repayment capacity. Senator Fred R. Harris provided Mrs. Glatfelter with the information and encouraged her to keep in touch with the Area Director in Anadarko for updates on available funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Indian Loan Policies in 1966")
![["The Regional Solicitor in Tulsa received a letter from an attorney, Ed R. LeForce, objecting to the distribution of funds from an estate belonging to a deceased Cullblood Choctaw. The attorney, LeForce, is planning to file a lawsuit in the District Court of Stephens County, Oklahoma, to settle the matter of distribution and seek reimbursement for taxes paid and litigation costs. The Regional Solicitor recommends holding off on any disbursements until the court makes a decision on the matter. Copies of the letters and recommendations are being sent to all relevant parties for their information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Dispute Over Estate Distribution: Memorandum from the Office of the Solicitor, Department of the Interior, to Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding the Estate of Flora Hamma")
![["The letter expresses gratitude to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for assistance in securing the Midwest Furniture Manufacturing Co. for Carnegie, Oklahoma. The benefits of this plant will be felt by the entire community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation Letter to Bureau of Indian Affairs from Carnegie Industrial Development Committee")
![["The letter from Gary Dage, Legislative Assistant to Senator Fred R. Harris, informs Sim L. Liles that a report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding his assistance to John Johnson is enclosed. It also states that if Senator Harris can be of further assistance in the future, Liles should not hesitate to ask. The letter also includes a news release from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding the distribution of judgment funds to Creek Indians, clarifying that Congress has not yet authorized the preparation of a roll for distribution and warning against paying fees to join unofficial organizations claiming to prepare a roll. The Bureau will provide application forms for free once authorized."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Bureau of Indian Affairs' Statement on Creek Indians' Judgment Funds Distribution: Correspondence to Sim L. Liles")
![["The Area Public Information Specialist is protesting the disallowed use of travel funds for a conference and other public information activities related to Indian Health. Despite a lack of funds, she traveled at her own expense and submitted a Travel Voucher for reimbursement, which was rejected by the Indian Health Area Director. The protest outlines the importance of the travel and public information activities, including setting up exhibits at conferences and working with newspapers to promote Indian Health programs. The Specialist had been cultivating relationships with local writers to increase coverage of Indian Health issues in newspapers."]](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_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Formal Protest: Disallowed Use of Travel Fund by Area Public Information Specialist")
![["Sula Saltsman Goodman served as a Public Information Specialist for the Indian Health Area Director in Oklahoma City, where she was responsible for creating communication channels between various agencies and tribes regarding Indian health programs. She also assisted in tribal relations and was deeply committed to Indian conservation. Goodman's background in journalism and public relations, as well as her dedication to Indian culture, made her successful in her role. Dr. Herbert A. Hudgins, Associate Regional Health Director, recommends Goodman for further research in public health communication."]](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_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Advancing Public Health Communication: The Professional Journey of Sula Saltsman Goodman")
![["The Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission has been rounded out with the appointment of the last two members by Gov. Bartlett. The commission will hold its first meeting on October 11 to begin considering applications for the Indian affairs director's job. Senate confirmation is required for the appointments. Contact information for Chairman Bryce Privett is provided."]](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_63_12_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-Indian%20Health-Sula%20Goodman,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_12_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Newly Appointed Members Join Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission")