Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966
- Date:
- 1965-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men
- Date:
- 1965-12-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.
- Date:
- 1965-12-21
- 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_14_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Correspondence Regarding Wyandotte Tribe's Land Claims
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Wyandotte Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Letter from Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men to the United States Senate
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_16_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1966 Plea for Justice: A Report on the Mismanagement of an Elderly Native American's Estate by the Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Information and Budget Request for the AIO Action Council
- Date:
- 1966-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor unions--United States.
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Architectural and Engineering Contract for Concho Indian School Awarded to Sorey Hill Binnicker by Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1966-01-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for John H. Spaan as Executive Officer
- Date:
- 1966-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Older people--Medical care--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_15_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Expressing Concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians
- Date:
- 1966-01-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Wyandotte Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
![["The text is a series of letters between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris regarding the topic of American Indians and their rights. Mrs. Duer expresses her interest in assisting with Indian matters and highlights a remark made on television about Indians. Senator Harris acknowledges her letter, sends her a copy of a speech he made on American Indians, and adds her name to the membership list of Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity. The letters also touch upon the discovery and exploration of the Americas by different cultures."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Indian Affairs and Environmental Concerns: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Roy Judson Duer and Senator Fred R. Harris in 1966")
![["The text is a resolution from the Improved Order of Red Men expressing concern about various issues affecting Americanism, such as draft dodging, anti-government protests, Supreme Court decisions, tax burdens, and international tensions. The resolution calls for support for President Lyndon B. Johnson's actions in Vietnam, measures to combat draft dodging, and legislative changes to protect American liberties. It also urges for the government to address bureaucracy, government growth, taxpayer burdens, and foreign aid. The resolution concludes by stating that copies will be sent to the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and Cabinet members."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Resolution on Americanism by the Improved Order of Red Men")
![["On December 22, 1965, the Bureau of Indian Affairs awarded a contract to Elliott Brothers, Inc. for road construction in Cotton County, Oklahoma. The contract is for grading, drainage, soil-asphalt stabilization, and surfacing on 4.498 miles of road. The contract is worth $79,978 and was awarded to a small business on December 21, 1965."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1965 Contract Award Announcement: Bureau of Indian Affairs Grants Road Construction Project to Elliott Brothers, Inc.")
![["A letter from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris regarding Mrs. C. R. Cotter's inquiry about the claims of the Wyandotte Indians. The letter states that the Wyandotte Tribe has six cases pending before the Indian Claims Commission for fair payment for lands ceded under various treaties. The cases are complex as other tribes also ceded lands under the same treaties, and no decision has been made yet defining the areas ceded by the Wyandotte Tribe. The Bureau regrets that they cannot provide a more favorable response and returns Mrs. Cotter's letter."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Correspondence Regarding Wyandotte Tribe's Land Claims")
![["The Great Council of the United States of the Improved Order of Red Men is concerned about the complexity of the government and believes that fraternal organizations should take a more active interest in governmental affairs. They have sent a resolution to the Honorable Fred R. Harris and Larry W. Heringer of the United States Senate, urging them to consider the importance of Americanism and the need for citizens to better understand their liberties and freedom."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Letter from Great Council of the Improved Order of Red Men to the United States Senate")
![["The writer, Sim L. Liles, is bringing to the attention of government officials a case of what appears to be injustice and bungling by a government agency involving an elderly man, John Johnson, who inherited a share of his deceased wife's estate. Despite being unable to read or write, Johnson was presented with a contract allegedly signed by him and a lawyer, Ed R. LeForce, under suspicious circumstances. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has been insistent on upholding the contract, preventing Johnson from obtaining legal counsel. The writer urges for an investigation into the situation and asserts that Johnson will not yield to the fraudulent demands being made. Multiple documents are attached for inspection."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "1966 Plea for Justice: A Report on the Mismanagement of an Elderly Native American's Estate by the Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["A group of labor unions are inviting legislative and political leaders to a luncheon to discuss causes that could potentially be underwritten. The event will be held at the Congressional Hotel in Room 5/2, and approximately 20 to 25 people are expected to attend."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0000-LaDonna%20Harris,%20Americans%20for%20Indian%20Opportunity%20(AIO),%201966-1976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_3_282_3_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Information and Budget Request for the AIO Action Council")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs has awarded a $39,000 contract to Sorey Hill Binnicker of Oklahoma City for architectural and engineering services on the design of Concho Indian School in Canadian County, Concho, Oklahoma. The contract was awarded on January 5, 1966."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Architectural and Engineering Contract for Concho Indian School Awarded to Sorey Hill Binnicker by Bureau of Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a series of letters recommending John H. Spaan for the position of Executive Officer in the Oklahoma City Area Office. Mrs. Dolorosa Spooner, a registered nurse, and A. D. Hogan, Chairman of Precinct 50, Ward 3, both highly recommend Mr. Spaan for his dedication, work ethic, and loyalty to the administration. They believe he is the best candidate for the position and urge Dr. Rabeau and others to seriously consider him. They also highlight Mr. Spaan's involvement in political affairs and support for the President."]](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_14_0000-Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare-Public%20Health%20Service-John%20Spaan%20Appointment,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_13_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for John H. Spaan as Executive Officer")
![["The text is a letter from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, to Otis Bennett regarding concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians. Harris provides names and addresses of individuals who may be helpful in addressing the concern. The text also includes various announcements and historical information related to American Indians. Harris encourages support for the American Indians and acknowledges the efforts of Christians in Lawrence County who are helping them. The text ends with a call to make the country better by supporting the First Americans."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Expressing Concern for the Shawnee and Wyandotte Indians")