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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp: Pawnee Chief and Member of Congress"
- Date:
- 1971-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Democratic Party U.S., Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for Bobby Cannon as Superintendent of Fort Sill School
- Date:
- 1971-03-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Indian Agricultural School (Okla.)
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Meeting Schedule for the Ninety-Second Congress Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-03-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Communication Regarding Allan Torralba's Educational Struggles: Interactions between the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Education Specialists, and Family
- Date:
- 1971-03-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_095
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Dr. Karen Zumbrunn's Interest in Indian Education
- Date:
- 1971-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_16_15_65_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Speaker Albert Admires Indian Painting by Solomon McCombs
- Date:
- 1971-03-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_15_074
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Preservation of Osage Languages and Customs: A Plea for Government Support
- Date:
- 1971-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Crisis in Indian Health Services in Oklahoma: A Statement to the Subcommittee on Interior and Related Agencies by Congressman John N. Happy Camp
- Date:
- 1971-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- Senator Harris's Correspondence Regarding Fort Sill Indian School Personnel Issues
- Date:
- 1971-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Projected Business Schedule and Legislation Overview for the 92nd Congress' Subcommittee on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1971-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Indians, Hopi Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973)
![["The letter is a friendly exchange between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp, with Ferguson expressing appreciation for Camp's quick responses and actions. Ferguson also mentions a past incident with Henry, where Camp was helpful, and praises Camp for his efficient work."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20General%20Correspondence,%201969-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_20_0023_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Between D. Jo Ferguson and Happy Camp: Pawnee Chief and Member of Congress\"")
![["The document from Jim Monroe, the administrative assistant to Senator Fred Harris, informs Mrs. Judy Knife Chief of the Orange County Indian Center that Senator Harris is out of the country on official business and encloses a report from 1969 regarding the administration of the Chilocco Indian School. In response, Mrs. Knife Chief writes a letter to Senator Harris expressing concern about the mistreatment of Indian students at the school and requests information on any investigations or actions taken to address the issue. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing human welfare over politics and requests a prompt reply."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs.%20Indian%20Schools,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_18_007_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for Bobby Cannon as Superintendent of Fort Sill School")
![["The memo outlines the meeting schedule for the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs, chaired by Wayne N. Aspinall. The schedule includes subcommittee meetings on various topics such as Indian Affairs, irrigation, and national parks. The memo also includes dates for full committee meetings and hearings on specific bills related to national parks and territories."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Meeting Schedule for the Ninety-Second Congress Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs")
![["Mrs. Torralba wrote a letter to Senator Harris seeking assistance with her son, Allan's, school problems. Allan was not promoted to the 7th grade due to excessive absences and misconduct. The Bureau of Indian Affairs has been involved in trying to address the situation, including exploring options for Allan to attend a boarding school. Allan's behavior has also attracted the attention of the juvenile authorities. Mrs. Torralba is seeking help in improving her relationship with the school and ensuring Allan's successful education."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_015_thumbnail.jpg "Communication Regarding Allan Torralba's Educational Struggles: Interactions between the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Education Specialists, and Family")
![["Senator Fred R. Harris is responding to Dr. Karen Zumbrunn's letter expressing interest in the education of Indians. He is contacting the Bureau of Indian Affairs to request a complete report and will follow up with Dr. Zumbrunn once he receives a reply."]](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_095_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Fred R. Harris's Response to Dr. Karen Zumbrunn's Interest in Indian Education")
![["Congressman Carl Albert announced his plans to seek the enactment of three bills in the field of Indian affairs in the next Congress. The first bill aims to extend restrictions on members of the Five Civilized Tribes. The second bill will reopen the right to file claims before the Indian Claims Commission. The third bill seeks to promote the rehabilitation of members of the Five Civilized Tribes and other Indians of eastern Oklahoma. Albert emphasized the urgency of passing the first bill before the restrictions expire in April 1956 to avoid confusion and hardships for Oklahoma Indians. He also highlighted the importance of finishing the job of resolving outstanding claims through the Indian Claims Commission. Additionally, Albert hopes to get favorable consideration for the 1951 Stigler Bill in the next Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Speeches%20and%20Press%20Releases,%201927-1976%20-%20CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_001_16_15_65_0000-Press%20Releases-Indian%20Affairs.%20March%2024,%201971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_16_15_65_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Speaker Albert Admires Indian Painting by Solomon McCombs")
![["A letter written to Senator Fred R. Harris from Charles A. Taylon in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, requesting government funding to help preserve the Osage language and culture. Taylon explains that a small group of Osage Indians are learning the language with limited resources and support, and expresses a need for a school to teach young people about Osage culture. Taylon also mentions the importance of preserving other aspects of Osage traditions before they are lost forever."]](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_074_thumbnail.jpg "Preservation of Osage Languages and Customs: A Plea for Government Support")
![["Congressman Happy Camp expresses concern about the health problems facing Native American communities in Oklahoma. He highlights the lack of major surgical capabilities in Indian Health Service hospitals, the shortage of staff, inadequate sanitary facilities, and limited access to essential medications. He urges the Subcommittee to provide additional appropriations to address these deficiencies and improve healthcare for Native Americans in Oklahoma."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Crisis in Indian Health Services in Oklahoma: A Statement to the Subcommittee on Interior and Related Agencies by Congressman John N. Happy Camp")
![["The letter is from Senator Fred R. Harris to Mr. Lee Motah regarding a resolution requesting the removal of four personnel from the Fort Sill Indian School. The resolution has not been acted upon as requested, leading to dissatisfaction among Tribal Leaders. The letter outlines the reasons for requesting the removal of the personnel and expresses the urgency for action to be taken to prevent further deterioration of the school. The Senator assures Mr. Motah that he is working on the matter and asks for his support in pursuing the resolution."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Scholarships,%20A-W,%201971%20(2)/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_235_17_004_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Harris's Correspondence Regarding Fort Sill Indian School Personnel Issues")
![["This text is a memo outlining the projected schedule of business for the 92nd Congress for the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs. It lists legislation that will likely be considered, including bills related to Alaska Native Claims, Indian judgment fund, Indian irrigation laws, Navajo Community College, and Navajo-Hopi partition problem. The memo also mentions potential hearings on the Administration's Indian package and the Subcommittee's plans for handling bills referred with department reports. It also includes a humorous anecdote about a Member's experience on a plane."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Schedule%20of%20Meetings,%201971-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Projected Business Schedule and Legislation Overview for the 92nd Congress' Subcommittee on Indian Affairs")