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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_044
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- 1970 Letter from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Funding for Education and Welfare Programs
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter Addressed to W.S. Senate Concerning Disparities in Indian Affairs and Healthcare Services in 1970
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Addressing Injustices and Problems Faced by Native Americans in 1970
- Date:
- 1970-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_82_58_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Request for Government Intervention in Cohen v. Curry: A Case of Unfair Legal Fees from Indian Trust Funds
- Date:
- 1970-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- 1970 White House Letter on Funding for Public Health Service's Indian Health Program
- Date:
- 1970-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Miss Edna A. Andrews' Request to Teach in an Indian School
- Date:
- 1970-03-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Resolution of Personnel Issues at Chilocco Indian School: Correspondence Between Patty C. Allen and U.S. Senate
- Date:
- 1970-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Assistance to American Indians - 1970
- Date:
- 1970-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Proposal for a National Fund for Indian Rights by the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund
- Date:
- 1970-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Need for Indian Health Facilities in Urban Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1970-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs is unable to fund Mr. O'Boyle's project for education and welfare programs for Indian people, but suggests he contact the Institute of American Indian Arts for potential assistance. The Director, Mr. Lloyd H. New, can be reached at the Institute in Santa Fe, New Mexico."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_044_thumbnail.jpg "1970 Letter from Bureau of Indian Affairs to Senator Fred R. Harris Regarding Funding for Education and Welfare Programs")
![["The letter is written to a senator expressing frustration with the lack of clear communication and problems faced in obtaining dental services for adults and elderly individuals. The writer also mentions unfair treatment by the Bureau of Indian Affairs in a technical school program and requests the senator to investigate and improve the situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_052_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Addressed to W.S. Senate Concerning Disparities in Indian Affairs and Healthcare Services in 1970")
![["The letter is addressed to a Senator expressing concerns about problems in 1970, particularly regarding access to dental services in Anadarko. The writer believes that emergency services should be available to both old and young individuals, and criticizes the system for not providing adequate care. The writer also mentions issues with eligibility for free services for Indian adults and requests the Senator's assistance in addressing these concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20B-Z,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_053_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Addressing Injustices and Problems Faced by Native Americans in 1970")
![["James E. Curry, an attorney, is writing to Commissioner Louis R. Bruce urging government intervention in a case involving alleged excessive legal fees in Indian claims against the U.S. The case involves lawyers who did not perform the work they claim to have done and are now seeking payment. Curry believes the judgment is unjust and urges intervention before it is entered. He also details the history of the case, including personal attacks and attempts to cancel his contracts. Curry is fighting against paying the lawyers or their assignee, Mrs. Mears, as he believes they did not do the work they claim and are seeking an illegal fee."]](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_82_58_0000%20--%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Seminole,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_82_58_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Government Intervention in Cohen v. Curry: A Case of Unfair Legal Fees from Indian Trust Funds")
![["The letter addresses concerns about funding for the Public Health Service's Indian health program. The Administration explains that funding is being considered in the context of inflation and fiscal constraints, but efforts are being made to improve the health status of American Indians. The letter details the allocation of funds for medical supplies, equipment, and staffing, as well as plans for future appropriations to enhance the Indian health program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1970 White House Letter on Funding for Public Health Service's Indian Health Program")
![["The letter is a response to Miss Edna A. Andrews' request for an \"Interchange Appointment\" to teach in an Indian school next year. The Bureau of Indian Affairs informed her that the NEA Project Interchange no longer makes provision for teacher exchanges and advised her to contact the Teacher Recruitment Office in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Senator Fred R. Harris also offered his assistance and suggested that she reach out to the BIA for further information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Miss Edna A. Andrews' Request to Teach in an Indian School")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Patty C. Allen about difficulties she was facing at Chilocco Indian School. He contacted the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs for a report. The report stated that Mrs. Allen was having issues with her supervisor, Mrs. Leola Taylor, regarding educational leave for the summer. The Area Personnel Officer met with Mrs. Allen and her supervisor to resolve the issue. Mrs. Taylor assured cooperation, and a plan was developed to meet Mrs. Allen's certification needs and benefit the education program at Chilocco. Mrs. Allen was encouraged to support the school's objectives and continue good relationships with the staff."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_016_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution of Personnel Issues at Chilocco Indian School: Correspondence Between Patty C. Allen and U.S. Senate")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris received a letter from Ms. Eileen Shanahan expressing her concern for the American Indian and her interest in aiding them. Senator Harris reached out to the Bureau of Indian Affairs for information on summer programs for Ms. Shanahan, but was informed that there were no temporary federal employment opportunities available. Instead, Ms. Shanahan was advised to contact Area Offices or eleemosynary organizations for potential opportunities to assist Indians. Senator Harris assured Ms. Shanahan that he would continue to look for suitable programs for her."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Vocational%20Training,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_10_003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Assistance to American Indians - 1970")
![["The document is a proposal for the establishment of a National Fund for Indian Rights by the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. It highlights the lack of adequate legal representation for American Indians and the need for specialized legal expertise. The proposed fund aims to protect and advance the rights of Indians through legal action on four levels, including preparing and prosecuting test cases of national importance, supporting Indian lawyers on reservations, conducting analyses of legislative and administrative actions, and informing Indians of developments that may affect their legal status."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Legal%20Defense%20and%20Education%20Fund,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_1_005_thumbnail.jpg "Proposal for a National Fund for Indian Rights by the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund")
![["The letter is discussing the lack of Indian health facilities in metropolitan areas such as Oklahoma City and Tulsa. It mentions a congressional limitation on public health services providing facilities in these areas, despite a large population of Indians living there. The letter emphasizes the need for health facilities in these areas due to the concentration of Indian people and their difficulties in accessing healthcare. It also praises the work of Representatives Camp and Edmondson in advocating for Indian health."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Need for Indian Health Facilities in Urban Oklahoma")