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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- A Tribute to Charles D. Carter: A Distinguished American of Indian Descent
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Indian Education: A Letter from Carl Albert
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, United States--Politics and government, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Timeline and Details of the Wounded Knee Incident Involving Manuel Lujan Jr. and AIM"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Lujan Jr., Manuel, 1928-2019
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- United States, Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting
- Date:
- 1971/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Swimmer Sworn In as Cherokee Nation Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Chief Election Lawsuit: Allegations and Demands
- Date:
- 1973/1978
- Creator:
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943-
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975), 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Scholarship Information for Seminole Students
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education, Education, Higher--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0062
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Seminole Campfire: May 1974 Edition - Obituaries, Tribal Affairs, and Civil Rights Discussions
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Courts--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Analysis and Recommendations for Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes Contract Application under P.L. 93-638
- Date:
- 1974-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975), 95th (1977-1979), 94th (1975-1977)
![["The document highlights the beloved and respected figure of Will Rogers, who was of Indian descent and known for his kindness, humor, and character. He received his education in Indian schools and is seen as a symbol of the character and ability of original Americans."]](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_2_12_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_12_0016_thumbnail.jpg "A Tribute to Charles D. Carter: A Distinguished American of Indian Descent")
![["In the letter, Carl Albert expresses gratitude for receiving information about Wheelock Academy Commencement exercises and shares concerns about cuts to Indian education funding made by the House of Representatives. He mentions the positive impact of Indian schools in Oklahoma and vows to continue fighting for their funding to ensure they can open again in the fall."]](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_2_7_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20Education%20and%20Health%20(4),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Indian Education: A Letter from Carl Albert")
![["Manuel Lujan, Jr. is a member of the Congress of the United States representing the 1st District of New Mexico. He is part of the Interior and Insular Affairs Committee and the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy. The document also provides a detailed timeline of the Wounded Knee Incident that took place from February 27, 1973, to April 6, 1973, involving the American Indian Movement (AIM) seizing the Pine Ridge Trading Post in South Dakota. Multiple negotiations and exchanges of fire occurred before a ceasefire agreement was reached. There were also challenges with different factions of AIM claiming leadership during the negotiations."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "\"Timeline and Details of the Wounded Knee Incident Involving Manuel Lujan Jr. and AIM\"")
![["The Full Blood Creek Indians are holding a meeting in Weleetka, Oklahoma to seek equal rights and fair representation for the Creek Indians. They believe that the U.S. Government has not been supportive of their rights and are seeking legal answers to their problems. They are also discussing the need for a Creek council and fair representation in tribal matters. They emphasize the importance of unity and standing up for their beliefs to protect their land and trust funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting")
![["Ross Swimmer, a banker, was sworn in as the new principal chief of the Cherokee Nation despite protests and allegations of election irregularities. Tulsa attorney Rhoem West, representing a defeated candidate, claimed that Swimmer did not meet the minimum age requirement for chief. West requested a postponement of the swearing-in ceremony and may seek legal action over the alleged irregularities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Swimmer Sworn In as Cherokee Nation Principal Chief")
![["Five defeated candidates for Cherokee Chief filed a federal lawsuit seeking a new election and damages. They allege that the new chief, Ross Swimmer, has control over tribal funds and has interests in corporations doing business with the Cherokee Nation. The lawsuit also claims that election committee members favored certain candidates, destroyed ballots, and failed to keep proper records. The defendants named in the lawsuit include former Chief W. W. Keeler, election committee members, and BIA agency superintendent Joe Ragsdale. The plaintiffs argue that their rights to equal protection and lawful privilege to vote were violated."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0041_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Chief Election Lawsuit: Allegations and Demands")
![["The document discusses scholarship opportunities for students of Indian heritage, specifically those with at least 1/4 Indian blood quantum. The scholarships are for those pursuing a Bachelor's Degree at an accredited college or University and who show financial need. The amount of aid will be determined by the Financial Aide Office at the school the student plans to attend. Other activities mentioned include an Indian Fashion Show, a faculty luncheon with Native American foods, and a talk by the Attorney General of Oklahoma on Indian rights. Legislation regarding authentic Indian arts and crafts is also mentioned. Additional information on scholarships can be obtained by contacting the Branch of Social Services at the Wewoka Agency."]](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_131_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0060_thumbnail.jpg "Scholarship Information for Seminole Students")
![["The document discusses obituaries of Leo Walker, Sallie Bruner, Frank Thlocco, Ina Lee Wind, and Walter Larney. It also mentions the Seminole Nation applying for an Indian Law Enforcement Program, with funding being discussed. The establishment of a Personnel Board to govern tribal employees is approved, and an American Indian Lawyers Association conference will address issues related to the Indian Civil Rights Act."]](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_131_17_0000%20-%20Health,%20Education%20and%20Welfare%20-%20Public%20Health%20Service%20-%20Seminole,%201975/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_131_17_0062_thumbnail.jpg "Seminole Campfire: May 1974 Edition - Obituaries, Tribal Affairs, and Civil Rights Discussions")
![["The plaintiffs, members of the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes, filed a lawsuit seeking declaratory and injunctive relief to conduct a tribal referendum on a contract for the Concho School. The tribal business committee denied the petition for the referendum. The plaintiffs argued for jurisdiction based on the Indian Civil Rights Act of 1968, but the court found jurisdiction lacking and dismissed the case, allowing the plaintiffs to file an amended complaint within ten days. The court also ruled that the plaintiffs' request for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction were moot."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Dismissal of Tribal Referendum Lawsuit Due to Lack of Jurisdiction")
![["The memorandum addresses the Contract Application for the Concho School by the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes under P.L. 93-638. The Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs provides analysis and directs the Anadarko Area Director to proceed with negotiating the contract. It also mentions the need to clarify BIA policy regarding off-reservation boarding schools and addresses a petition calling for a referendum on the contract. The Business Committee is urged to act swiftly to protect the rights of tribal members."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0001-Indian%20Affairs,%20Concho%20Indian%20School,%201974%20July%20-%201978%20Aug/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis and Recommendations for Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes Contract Application under P.L. 93-638")
