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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Housing Concerns for Indian Tribes: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1973-10-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Resolution in Support of the Mutual Help Housing Program
- Date:
- 1973-10-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma, Chippewa Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Potawatomi Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Regulations for Johnson-O'Malley Program to Benefit Indian Pupils in Public Schools
- Date:
- 1973-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Honoring the First Goodwill Ambassador for the Choctaws
- Date:
- 1973-10-25
- Creator:
- Victor, Wilma, 1919-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Advancing Tribal Interests: A Call to Action by the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas
- Date:
- 1973-10-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Housing and Community Development, Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Report of the Intermountain Evaluation Task Force on Indian Education Resources
- Date:
- 1973-11-21
- Creator:
- Bartlett, Dewey F.
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Report of the Intermountain Evaluation Task Force on Indian Education Resources
- Date:
- 1973-11-21
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chilocco Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_5_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Indian Education Scholarships and Inequality in Funding Allocation
- Date:
- 1973-12-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- New Regulations for Streamlined Indian Claims Settlements Announced by Commissioner Thompson
- Date:
- 1973-12-10
- Creator:
- Abourezk, James G., 1931-2023
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Title: Department of the Interior Response to S. 1017 - Indian Self-Determination Act
- Date:
- 1973-12-11
- Creator:
- Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document includes a letter from Ross O. Swimmer, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, addressing urgent housing problems for Native Americans and expressing concern about the lack of funding for Indian Tribes in a government program. Another letter from Mary Evelyn Adams, a math instructor, calls for strict punishment for those involved in a riot at Enid High School, emphasizing the importance of protecting public school officials. Both letters highlight important issues and call for action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Housing Concerns for Indian Tribes: A Call for Action")
![["The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs has made $881,160 available to 60 Indian tribes in various states for improving their governments. The Tribal Government Development Program will fund projects such as training tribal council members, developing ordinances and constitutions, and improving budgetary processes. The goal is to strengthen tribal governments and promote self-determination among Indian tribes. Tribes were selected based on need, economic level, and number of enrolled members. The funds will be used to accomplish goals set by the tribes themselves and may also serve as seed money for additional funding sources."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution in Support of the Mutual Help Housing Program")
![["The Bureau of Indian Affairs is proposing new regulations to ensure that Indian students in public schools receive the intended benefits from the Johnson-O'Malley program. The proposed changes include giving more authority to parent committees, ensuring funds are spent on education for Indian students, and requiring contracts to be in place for eligible public school districts. Interested parties can submit comments on the proposed changes within 30 days. The goal is to tailor programs to the needs of Indian students and prevent discrimination."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Regulations for Johnson-O'Malley Program to Benefit Indian Pupils in Public Schools")
![["The document from Will T. Nelson to Charles L. Ward addresses the mistreatment of Native Americans, specifically the Choctaw tribe, and criticizes Representative Carl Albert's support of the current power structure within the tribe. Nelson mentions attending a meeting where the unfair treatment of the Choctaws was discussed and expresses concerns about potential election fraud. He also mentions editing a book for the Choctaw tribe and sends Ward a copy of the Oklahoma City Indian Calendar. Nelson emphasizes the need for justice for the Choctaw people and highlights the political issues surrounding their treatment."]](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_111_37_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Choctaw,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_111_37_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Honoring the First Goodwill Ambassador for the Choctaws")
![["The United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas approved recommendations in 1974 to establish an Indian Affairs Committee within the Domestic Council, support legislation for the economic, social, and cultural interests of Indian tribes, and seek assistance in various areas such as taxation, housing, employment training, and funding relationships with federal agencies. They also called for increased funding for tribal programs and resistance to any efforts to remove Indian Affairs from relevant committees."]](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_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Advancing Tribal Interests: A Call to Action by the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas")
![["A report from the Intermountain Evaluation Task Force, part of the Indian Education Resources Center. It includes names and titles of individuals involved in the Department of the Interior and Office of Indian Education Programs. The report was issued on June 1, 1973, and is related to the evaluation and program review of Indian education resources."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Intermountain%20School,%201973%20June/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_3_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Report of the Intermountain Evaluation Task Force on Indian Education Resources")
![["The Chilocco School Board expressed opposition to the proposal to phase out or close Indian boarding schools in Oklahoma, citing their essential function in providing education to Indian students. The Board authorized the Chairman to transmit copies of their resolution to officials at the Department of the Interior, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Report of the Intermountain Evaluation Task Force on Indian Education Resources")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. Frank Cronk's concerns about Indian education scholarships. The Senator acknowledges that the system may not be perfect and that wealthy Indian families may have more luck in getting grants. However, he mentions that the Bureau of Indian Affairs has provided financial aid to needy Indian students, including some from the Stillwater area. He also mentions that the Bureau's educational funds were cut and that there are other financial resources available for Indian students. Mrs. Cronk questions why wealthy families are receiving scholarships while needy children are being turned down, and expresses concern about the fairness of the program."]](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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_30_05_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Indian Education Scholarships and Inequality in Funding Allocation")
![["The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs announced a streamlined system for the use or distribution of judgments made to American Indian tribes and groups. The new regulations include a 180-day time schedule for identifying beneficiaries of judgments, holding meetings to develop proposals for the use of funds, and submitting final distribution plans to Congress and tribal governing bodies. The distribution plan becomes effective unless disapproved by Congress, in which case further consultation with the affected tribe or group is required. The regulations were published following a public hearing in Denver and consideration of oral and written comments. Title 25."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_16_0021_thumbnail.jpg "New Regulations for Streamlined Indian Claims Settlements Announced by Commissioner Thompson")
![["The Senate has confirmed Morris Thompson as Commissioner of Indian Affairs, with Secretary of the Interior Rogers C.B. Morton expressing confidence in Thompson's ability to lead a new era for American Indians. Thompson, who is an Athabascan Indian, will report directly to Morton and function as an assistant secretary. He is the youngest person to serve as Commissioner at 34 years old. Thompson's appointment follows the resignation of Louis R. Bruce, with Marvin L. Franklin previously serving as Assistant to the Secretary for Indian Affairs. The Department aims to advance opportunities for Indian citizens while maintaining the special federal relationship with recognized Indian tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Information,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Department of the Interior Response to S. 1017 - Indian Self-Determination Act")