Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Complaint 1972-09-27 1972-09-27 Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_13_0000, Box, 30, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874250 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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0021.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Cherokee Indians; Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation 3 Pages The document is a correspondence between W.W. Keeler, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, and Senator Dewey F. Bartlett regarding a complaint filed by Billy Jack Williams with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Keeler asks for outside steps to be taken as no action has been taken on the complaint. Senator Bartlett forwards the letter to the Chairman of the EEOC in Washington, D.C. for further action. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Cherokee Nation Funding Issue: A Letter from W. W. Keeler 1974-08-29 1974-08-29 Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_13_0000, Box, 30, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874248 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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0019.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cherokee Nation 2 Pages The document is from W. W. Keeler, the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, addressing a shortage of funds affecting individuals who had committed to training programs. Keeler explains that Congress did not provide funds to replenish the Indian Action Team Program, which resulted in the lack of funds available for training programs. Keeler assures the recipient that their application will be kept in pending status and they will be notified when funds become available. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Bureau of Indian Affairs Oversight Request 1975-07-08 1975-07-08 Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_13_0000, Box, 30, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0034 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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0034_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874263 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_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201946%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201946-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_13_0034.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cherokee Nation 1 Page The document from W.W. Keeler, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, to the Bureau of Indian Affairs requests that they assume responsibility for significant decisions regarding himself and another individual to avoid any perception of misuse of authority. Keeler wants the Bureau to scrutinize federal government programs to avoid criticism and ensure decisions are in the best interest of the Tribe. He also requests supervision for day-to-day decisions and plans to meet with the Bureau to discuss recommendations before the election. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK A Letter of Congratulations and Appreciation to Chief W. W. Keeler 1975-11-20 1975-11-20 Keeler, William Wayne, 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_14_0000, Box, 30, 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0016 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_0016_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/874284 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/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0016.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress Cherokee Nation 1 Page The document is congratulating Bill Keeler on his retirement as Chief of the Cherokee Nation and commending him for his accomplishments in developing the human resources and economic base of the tribe. The writer, Donald Bluejacket, expresses enjoyment in working with Keeler and looks forward to continuing their relationship in the future. Bluejacket also mentions attending Keeler's Retirement Dinner and offers his help in any way possible. Text