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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence Regarding the American Indian Movement's Activities and Ensuing Government Response in 1973"
- Date:
- 1973-03-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Religion, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Bartlett Regarding Medical Assistance Approval for Dennis Sharp by Indian Health Service
- Date:
- 1973-03-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "National Congress of American Indians Statement on the 1973 Takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Occupation of Wounded Knee"
- Date:
- 1973-04-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Armed Forces, Indians of North America--Claims, United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Housing Concerns of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe
- Date:
- 1973-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Nation, Potawatomi Nation, Kickapoo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Invitation Memorandum for Retirement Party of Calvin G. Beames and James L. Gordon by Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service
- Date:
- 1973-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Education--United States, United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "1973 Subcommittee Hearings on Wounded Knee Seizure and Occupation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs: A Statement by Chairman Lloyd Meeds"
- Date:
- 1973-04-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Correspondence between Bruce Townsend and Congressman Happy Camp Regarding Indian Leadership and the Wounded Knee Incident"
- Date:
- 1973-04-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Modoc Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Ponca Indians, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Ottawa Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 92nd (1971-1973)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Heroic Ambulance Attendants Successfully Assist in Breech Birth
- Date:
- 1973-04-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Small Business, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Senator's Response to Request for Indian Housing Assistance in Wilburton, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1973-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_1_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Manuel Lujan Jr.'s Communication to Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Regarding Oversight Hearings and Field Trips
- Date:
- 1973-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Foreign relations
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The letter from Captain Fred M. Nussbaum expresses disapproval of the activities of the AIM group, particularly their actions in Washington and at Wounded Knee. Nussbaum is concerned about the potential for further violence in Pawnee, Oklahoma, but is working to prevent it. Nussbaum criticizes the government for being soft on the group's actions and urges for stronger action to be taken to stop their lawlessness. Nussbaum, as an American Indian, is ashamed of the lawless acts being carried out in the name of Indian people and expresses support for elected tribal leaders."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0009_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence Regarding the American Indian Movement's Activities and Ensuing Government Response in 1973\"")
![["The document is a response to an inquiry from Senator Bartlett regarding medical assistance for Mr. Dennis Sharp. The Indian Health Service approved payment for Mr. Sharp's wife's medical expenses and apologized for not notifying him sooner."]](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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Bartlett Regarding Medical Assistance Approval for Dennis Sharp by Indian Health Service")
![["The National Congress of American Indians presents their position on the takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs building and the occupation of Wounded Knee by the American Indian Movement. They express regret and sorrow over the events, highlighting the internal conflict within the Indian community. The statement discusses the lack of self-government powers for tribal governments and the failure of the US to uphold treaty commitments. The statement also addresses the struggle for a modern identity for American Indians and the response to the crisis at Wounded Knee. The NCAI expresses gratitude to federal marshals and FBI for avoiding unnecessary violence."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0014_thumbnail.jpg "\"National Congress of American Indians Statement on the 1973 Takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Occupation of Wounded Knee\"")
![["The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is concerned about the moratorium on HUD housing programs and is requesting support and assistance from Senator Dewey Bartlett to remove the moratorium. They highlight the housing needs of their tribal members and the importance of adequate housing for their well-being. Senator Bartlett responds, expressing hope for an early decision on Indian housing programs."]](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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Housing Concerns of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe")
![["The Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service is planning a retirement party for Mr. Calvin G. Beames and Mr. James L. Gordon, who are both retiring after many years of Federal service. The party will be held on June 12, 1973 at the Holiday Inn Northwest in Oklahoma City. Contributions towards a gift for the retirees are appreciated, and tickets for the dinner can be purchased for $4.75. Reservations should be made by June 8, 1973. For more information, contact Stella Delaware or Kathy Deere."]](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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation Memorandum for Retirement Party of Calvin G. Beames and James L. Gordon by Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service")
![["The chairman of the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs discusses the hearings on the seizure and occupation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs building and Wounded Knee. The purpose of the hearings is to determine facts, seek solutions, and address the long-standing issues facing Native American communities. The chairman acknowledges the failures of both tribal governments and the federal government in addressing the concerns of Native Americans. The hearings are seen as a prelude to a series of oversight hearings on various issues affecting Native American communities. The chairman hopes to bring attention to the underlying problems facing Native Americans and move towards finding solutions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0012_thumbnail.jpg "\"1973 Subcommittee Hearings on Wounded Knee Seizure and Occupation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs: A Statement by Chairman Lloyd Meeds\"")
![["The letter is from Bruce Townsend to Congressman James Jones expressing concern over remarks made by the Congressman regarding Indian leadership. Townsend defends elected Indian leaders and requests clarification of the remarks made by Jones. He stresses the importance of support from Congressmen for elected tribal governments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0004_thumbnail.jpg "\"Correspondence between Bruce Townsend and Congressman Happy Camp Regarding Indian Leadership and the Wounded Knee Incident\"")
![["Ambulance attendants were commended for successfully assisting in a breech birth delivery, saving the baby's life. The mother had initially been misdiagnosed at an Indian hospital and later taken to Hillcrest for treatment. A concerned citizen wrote a letter to Senator Bartlett requesting help for the young couple, as they were facing high hospital bills and had experienced neglect and mistreatment at the Indian hospital. The writer believed that the couple deserved assistance from government agencies due to their circumstances."]](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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Heroic Ambulance Attendants Successfully Assist in Breech Birth")
![["The document from Samuel Nowabbi to Senator Dewey Bartlett requests assistance in obtaining a house for him in the Wilburton area. Nowabbi explains that he has been living in a substandard and unsafe house for many years and hopes that the government can help provide better housing for him and other poor Indians in the area. Senator Bartlett responds, thanking Nowabbi for his letter and informing him that a staff member will look into the possibility of obtaining a house for him."]](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_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_18_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Senator's Response to Request for Indian Housing Assistance in Wilburton, Oklahoma")
![["Manuel Lujan, Jr., a member of the Subcommittee on Indian Affairs, is calling for an informal meeting to discuss the direction of upcoming oversight hearings and field trips to address Indian issues. The meeting is scheduled for May 2, 1973, to determine priorities, subjects, witnesses, and timetable for maximum effectiveness. Lujan emphasizes the importance of attendance and input from all members to structure the hearings in Washington and in the field."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Manuel Lujan Jr.'s Communication to Subcommittee on Indian Affairs Regarding Oversight Hearings and Field Trips")