Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns and Requests Regarding Community Development Block Grants for Oklahoma Tribes 1953-01-01 1953-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 88th (1963-1965); 92nd (1971-1973); 94th (1975-1977); 85th (1957-1959); 87th (1961-1963); 83rd (1953-1955); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 89th (1965-1967); 86th (1959-1961); 84th (1955-1957) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_5_0000, Box, 33, 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0011 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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865199 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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0011.pdf correspondence Native Americans Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Shawnee Nation; Potawatomi Nation; Creek Nation 8 Pages The document is a series of letters between Dewey F. Bartlett, a United States Senator from Oklahoma, and various tribal leaders in Oklahoma regarding the allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for tribal programs. The tribal leaders express dissatisfaction with the availability of funds and request a review of the allocation process. Senator Bartlett supports their concerns and promises to share any information he receives on the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Delinquency Rates Among Indian Housing Authorities 1973-01-01 1973-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_4_0000, Box, 33, 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0010 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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865178 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_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/CAC_CC_003_2_33_4_0010.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Shawnee Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Ponca Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Seminole Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Comanche Nation 1 Page The document addresses the delinquency rate among Indian Housing Authorities, providing a status report on 15 authorities as of February 27, 1976. It includes the percentage of homeowners who are delinquent in their house payments and the increase in accounts receivable since the previous report in December 1975. The document is addressed to Senator Dewey F. Bartlett and signed by Robert H. Breeden, Director of the Regional Office in Fort Worth, Texas. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Proposal for Funding: Institute of the Southern Plains, Inc. 1973-01-01 1973-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_34_1_0000, Box, 34, 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0002 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Institute%20of%20the%20Southern%20Plains,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865395 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Institute%20of%20the%20Southern%20Plains,%201973/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 22 Pages A memo from Bud to Don Bluejacket regarding a delegation seeking financing for an Indian school in Hammon, Oklahoma. The delegation includes Richard L. Benesh, Sylvester Knowsgun Sr., and Joe Osage. The memo includes background information on the project, details of the funding requested, and the socio-economic situation of the Indian people in Hammon. The delegation is seeking funding to develop an educational program that will benefit the Indian community and serve as a model for youth of all races and creeds. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Response to Bureau of Indian Affairs Letter of Contract Cancellation 1973-08-15 1973-08-15 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_34_1_0000, Box, 34, 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0005 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Institute%20of%20the%20Southern%20Plains,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865398 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Institute%20of%20the%20Southern%20Plains,%201973/CAC_CC_003_2_34_1_0005.pdf correspondence Education--United States Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 9 Pages The document is a response to a notification that contracts for basic education and Title I are being considered for cancellation due to financial and accounting issues. The writer requests an extension to comply with the requests and explains the challenges in paying past debts and salaries. They also address concerns about unpaid bills, lawsuits, and lease payments, offering to address and correct any issues. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution No. 191 S20: Request for Removal of Concho School Superintendent 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0002 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_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883470 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 7 Pages The Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma sent a resolution to Dewey Bartlett requesting the immediate removal of the Concho School Superintendent due to various discrepancies and mismanagement issues. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is reviewing the matter and will provide a formal response soon. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Request for Contract Award for Operation of Concho School 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0019 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_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883487 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0019.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Labor unions--United States. Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 1 Page A telegram is sent to Senator Bartlett requesting immediate award of a contract for the operation of the Concho School by the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes. The telegram accuses BIA employees of actively opposing the contract and interfering with the process. The tribes request that the contract be awarded promptly for the welfare of Indian children. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns over Contract Issues at Concho Indian School 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 95th (1977-1979); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0020 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_0020_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883488 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0020.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 2 Pages The document discusses concerns about problems within the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribal Governing Body involving a contract with the Bureau of Indian Affairs for operation of the Concho Indian School. Senator Dewey Bartlett expresses his concern and states that he is in contact with the Bureau of Indian Affairs to resolve the issue. Pat Bowers, representing the Southern Baptist Convention for Concho Indian School, appeals for support in ensuring the tribe's rights are upheld and that the proper authorities address the situation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution No. 191 S20: Removal of Concho School Superintendent 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0021 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_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883489 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0021.pdf correspondence Native Americans Education--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 4 Pages The document is a series of letters regarding a resolution passed by the Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma to remove the Concho School Superintendent. The Bureau of Indian Affairs conducted a review and found no basis for administrative action against the Superintendent. The documents are from Senator Dewey F. Bartlett, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Tribal Chairman, discussing the resolution and requesting a response. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Transfer of Superintendent Allen Quetone 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Quetone, Allen, 1926-1994; Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979); 94th (1975-1977); 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_26_0000, Box, 30, 26, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0023 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_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883491 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_26_0023.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 8 Pages The document is a series of letters between Senator Dewey F. Bartlett and the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes requesting the transfer of Superintendent Allen Quetone from the Concho Agency. The tribes express their concerns and request support from Senator Bartlett to address the issue. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Injustice at the Comanche Housing Authority: A Call for Action 1974-08-20 1974-08-20 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_19_0000, Box, 32, 19, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0014 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_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865087 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/CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0014.pdf correspondence Housing policy--United States Comanche Nation; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 4 Pages The document is a request for help from Senator Dewey Bartlett regarding delays in the construction of low-income housing for a semi-invalid man and a 72-year-old widow by the Comanche Housing Authority. The applicants were advised to tear down their existing homes, but after several years, construction has not started due to various administrative problems. The document outlines the difficulties faced by the applicants and requests assistance in resolving the situation. Senator Bartlett responds, asking the applicants to provide detailed information and personally sign a letter outlining their views on the matter. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Secretary Carla A. Hills Regarding American Indian Employment Opportunities in HUD 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_5_0000, Box, 33, 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0001 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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865189 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_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar/CAC_CC_003_2_33_5_0001.pdf correspondence Education; Social Welfare Indians of North America--United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Cherokee Nation 1 Page The National Congress of American Indians sent a letter to Secretary Carla A. Hills urging her to extend the closing dates of certain positions to allow more American Indians to apply. They are concerned that qualified Indian applicants are being rejected and a non-Indian was selected for a position. They request a review of all Indian applicants and ask for consideration of American Indians for all positions. They also mention that HUD is not following the affirmative action program mandated by Executive Order 11478. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Local Indian Housing Authorities by Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Office 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_33_1_0000, Box, 33, 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0017 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865111 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_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973/CAC_CC_003_2_33_1_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Ponca Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Comanche Nation; Absentee-Shawnee Nation; Kickapoo Nation; Caddo Nation; Otoe Nation; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribe; Creek Nation; Shawnee Nation 23 Pages The document is a list of local Indian Housing Authorities by Bureau of Indian Affairs Area Office in different regions, such as Aberdeen Area, Albuquerque Area, and Anadarko Area. Each area lists the names and contact information of the Executive Directors or Chairpersons of various tribal housing authorities. The list is dated June 25, 1975, and is signed by Ronald Froman, the Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the Creek Nation of Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Assistance for Inmate Rehabilitation: Correspondence with Senator Bartlett 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_8_61_29_0000, Box, 61, 29, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0012 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865467 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0000-Tulsa%20Office%20Files,%20Indians,%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%201974,%201976/CAC_CC_003_8_61_29_0012.pdf correspondence Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 13 Pages The document acknowledges receipt of correspondence from Mr. Clifford Little Coyote, an inmate at the McLeod Honor Farm, Farris, Oklahoma. It provides information on the General Assistance grants provided to Mr. Little Coyote and his concerns regarding financial assistance, clothes, and employment. It also mentions his intentions to appear before the Parole Board and his application awaiting notification of his release. The document assures that General Assistance and Direct Employment Assistance Services will be provided upon his release. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Assistance Request for Inmate at McLeod Honor Farm: Correspondence with Senator Bartlett 1976-10-26 1976-10-26 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. 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Bartlett outlines his frustration with the lack of assistance he has received from the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Concho, Oklahoma. Little Coyote, who is incarcerated at the McLeod Honor Farm, is seeking help for a more fulfilling life upon his release, but has only received repetitive forms and no actual assistance. He questions why he is being excluded from receiving help despite his sincere desire to improve his situation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1977 Letter from National Congress of American Indians to Senator Bartlett Regarding Extension of Statute of Limitations for Indian Claims 1977-07-15 1977-07-15 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 95th (1977-1979) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_36_10_0000, Box, 36, 10, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884416 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0018.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Claims; Campaign management--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Osage Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The document is a letter from the National Congress of American Indians urging Senator Dewey Bartlett to support a bill to extend the statute of limitations for filing Indian claims. The organization represents 130 tribes and believes that a four and a half year extension is necessary for the proper filing of claims by the federal departments responsible. They hope that the ample record on the bill will demonstrate the need for the extension. The letter also expresses concern for Senator Bartlett's health. Text