Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Report on the Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform Act 1972-05-08 1972-05-08 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 16, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0013 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_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866032 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/CAC_CC_009_1_26_16_0013.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Shawnee Tribe; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page President Nixon submitted a budget to Congress that cuts funding for education and welfare services for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The budget includes increases for road construction and administrative expenses. Oklahoma's budget allocation increased by $612,100, with no new construction projects listed. Nixon also plans to propose additional funding for self-determination grants and an Indian business development fund. Overall, the nationwide budget request is slightly larger than last year's due to increased payments to Alaska natives. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Indian Self-Determination Act: Empowering Tribal Control in Federal Programs 1973-01-01 1973-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 15, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/CAC_CC_009_1_26_15_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation; Shawnee Tribe 5 Pages The document is a letter from Honorable John N. Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, thanking Mr. Charles Delaney, Acting Area Director of the Anadarko Area Office of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, for providing a copy of the Disaster Relief Emergency Contingency Plan. The plan is developed to protect and provide services to the Indian population and trust land areas within the Anadarko Area in emergency situations. The plan includes the delegation of authority, responsibilities, and organization of resources to be utilized in times of disaster. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Tribal Delegation of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma: March 31 - April 5, 1974 1973-06-02 1973-06-02 Schexnider, Dora S., 1939-2017 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866178 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Shawnee Tribe; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribe; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Comanche Nation; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages A tribal delegation of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma met from March 31 to April 5, 1974. Representatives from twenty-three tribes attended, with various tribal leaders and delegates present. Staff personnel from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and United Tribes also participated in the meeting. Discussions likely focused on tribal operations, industrial development, and tourism projects. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendations for Indian Self-Determination and Educational Reform: A Statement by Lorraine F. Misiaszek 1973-06-04 1973-06-04 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0006 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_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866063 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/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation 1 Page The Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma supports the request for new facilities at Chilocco Indian School to house and educate their children, as the United States Government has pledged to educate their children through treaty. The resolution was passed unanimously by the Pawnee Business Council and Nasharo Council in March 1973. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Troubles of the Pawnee Tribe: A Congressional Appeal 1973-07-16 1973-07-16 Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866173 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0013.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 36 Pages Ms. V.J. Echo Hawk wrote to Congressman John Camp seeking assistance with the issues facing the Pawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, including a dispute over tribal leadership. The Bureau of Indian Affairs clarified that the court has recognized Mr. Austin Realrider as the valid tribal president. The document also mentioned pending amendments to the tribal constitution and bylaws that could help prevent future issues. Ms. Echo Hawk expressed concerns about the involvement of the American Indian Movement in tribal affairs and urged Congressman Camp to take action to protect the tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Fashion Accessories Exhibition: Angeline Stephens 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 Bartlett, Dewey F. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_001_4, Box 123_Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_123_2_0005 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_123_2_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Arkansas%20Riverbed,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_123_02_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883914 https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl+Albert+Collection,+1947-1977/Departmental,+1945-1976+(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_123_2_0000+-+Interior+-+Bureau+of+Indian+Affairs+-+Arkansas+Riverbed,+1974/CAC_CC_001_4_123_02_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, New Mexico & Utah; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page The document is a letter from the curator of the Southern Plains Indian Museum and Crafts Center to Honorable Carl Albert, enclosing a brochure for a special exhibition of sculpture, paintings, and graphics by Jean Bales. The document also includes a response from Carl Albert thanking for the brochure, and information about Jean Bales, an Iowa Indian artist known for her versatility in different art media. It mentions her dedication to art and her recent works on display at the museum. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Equitable Division of Johnson O'Malley Funds in Oklahoma 1974-01-01 1974-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0030 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_0030_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866087 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/CAC_CC_009_1_26_20_0030.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Chilocco Nation; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes 10 Pages The Chilocco Indian School Advisory Board is taking a firm stand with the Bureau of Indian Affairs investigation team currently at the school. The team is looking into educational and recreational programs and the Nov. 8 incident at the school. Parents of nine students who were expelled after the incident are being interviewed by the BIA team, and there is potential for confrontation between the board and the federal government over possible reinstatement of the students. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Senate Proceedings: Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act 1974-04-01 1974-04-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0014 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865994 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0014.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Potawatomi Tribe; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages The United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas sent a letter to the Area Director, requesting funding for contracts for fiscal year 1974. They outlined the specific programs that needed funding, such as the Education Coordinator Program and Management Support Program. They emphasized the urgency of obtaining funds to avoid disrupting services and to address the needs of the Indian community within the Anadarko Area jurisdiction. The document also mentioned previous meetings and agreements regarding funding for certain programs. They requested immediate action to secure funding for the mentioned programs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Tribal Directory Updates: Anadarko Area Office, March 3, 1974 1974-04-05 1974-04-05 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866179 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_20_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Comanche Nation; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma 8 Pages The document is a memorandum from the Anadarko Area Office of the United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs, regarding updates to the Anadarko Area Tribal Directory. It includes specific changes to be made for various tribes, such as updating names, contact information, and term expiration dates for tribal officials. The memorandum also provides information on the Kiowa and Pawnee tribes, including their population, organization, governing bodies, and tribal land information. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Indian Housing Programs: Statement by Senator Henry Bellmon 1974-06-30 1974-06-30 Froman, Ronald Ron, 1940-2006 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0004 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_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865963 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/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 2 Pages Happy Camp, a Member of Congress, apologizes for the delay in responding to a letter from D. Jo Ferguson of The Pawnee Chief. Happy Camp discusses potential changes in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and expresses hope for improvements in Indian-related issues. D. Jo Ferguson expresses frustration with the lack of help from the BIA in resolving tribal differences and mentions suspicions of involvement with AIM people. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Contract Negotiations and Funding Requests for United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas 1974-07-27 1974-07-27 Johnson, Emery A.; Carney, Sidney M. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 36, Folder 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0011 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866171 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs,%20January-March,%201974/CAC_CC_009_1_36_18_0011.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Absentee-Shawnee Tribe; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Shawnee Tribe; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Potawatomi Tribe; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 4 Pages The document from the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas to the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs requests funding for various programs for fiscal year 1974. The document outlines the contracts and amounts requested for Management Support, Industrial Development, Johnson O'Malley Coordinator Program, and Adult Education. The organization also proposes to assume the Johnson O'Malley Program for western Oklahoma. The document emphasizes the need for continued funding and requests prompt action on the contracts and proposals. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Proposed Regulations for Johnson-O'Malley Program to Benefit Indian Pupils in Public Schools 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Camp, John Newbold "Happy", 1908-1987 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 14, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865998 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0000-Interior%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Correspondence,%201973/CAC_CC_009_1_26_14_0018.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma; Absentee-Shawnee Tribe; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Shawnee Tribe; Comanche Nation; Potawatomi Tribe; Tonkawa Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 2 Pages The document is a letter from Member of Congress Happy Camp to Mr. Lee Motah, President of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas, expressing support for Marvin Franklin, Under Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs, in his confirmation. Mr. Motah also writes a letter expressing concern about lack of cooperation for Mr. Franklin and seeks support in getting him confirmed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Improving Indian Housing Delivery: A Review of Efforts and Policy Suggestions 1975-05-01 1975-05-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0001 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_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/865960 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/CAC_CC_009_1_26_13_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages Will T. Nelson wrote to Congressman Camp and Congressman Albert regarding the leasing of land belonging to the Kent heirs without their permission. He questioned the actions of the B.I.A. and expressed concern about the lack of cooperation and communication in Indian affairs. Nelson emphasized his commitment to helping Indians and informing members of Congress about issues in the Indian community. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Urgent Appeal to Rescind Chickasaw Nation Election Procedures and Regulations 1979-06-27 1979-06-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000, Box 59, Folder 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0009 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/871312 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_009.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Public Lands and Natural Resources Indians of North America--United States Shawnee Tribe; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page Ray Hatton, a candidate for Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, is appealing to Secretary Cecil D. Andrus of the Department of Interior to intervene in the tribal election process. He raises concerns about the lack of transparency and democratic principles in the election procedures and regulations approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Hatton believes that the incumbent candidate has biasedly influenced the election process Carl Albert to his advantage, and requests for the removal or reassignment of the Area Director responsible for approving the regulations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Advocating for the Indian Elderly: A Call for Legislative Action 1979-09-30 1979-09-30 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_1_0000, Box 26, Folder 21, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0010 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/866099 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0000-Interior%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs.%20Chilocco%20School,%201973/CAC_CC_009_1_26_21_0010.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah; Creek Nation; Chippewa Nation; Chilocco Nation; Shawnee Tribe; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Mescalero Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Delaware Tribe of Indians; Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma; Seminole Nation; Potawatomi Tribe; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma 2 Pages During the 1971-72 school year, Chilocco Indian School had a diverse student body representing a wide range of tribes. The number of pupils from each tribe varied, with some tribes having only one or two students while others had larger groups. Some of the tribes represented included Blackfeet, Cheyenne, Cherokee, Navajo, and Pima. Overall, there was a total of 76 tribes represented at the school during that school year. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns over Meramec Lake Maintenance: A Letter from Congressman James R. Jones 1979-10-08 1979-10-08 Jones, James Robert, 1939- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000, Box 59, Folder 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/871307 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_004.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Public Lands and Natural Resources Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page Marsha McClain wrote a letter to James R. Jones expressing concerns about the upkeep of Meramec Lake in Indian Country. Jones acknowledges the issue and mentions the lack of law enforcement involvement in Indian lands. He states that he is working on the problem with the Oklahoma Delegation and will investigate the specific situation on a trip to Pawnee County. Jones assures McClain that he will view the situation at Meramec Lake and see if there is any way to provide assistance. He thanks McClain for bringing her concerns to his attention and encourages her to contact him in the future. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution Opposing State of Oklahoma's Jurisdiction Over Indian Country 1980-01-09 1980-01-09 Jones, James Robert, 1939- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 96th (1979-1981) James R. Jones Collection CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000, Box 59, Folder 17, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/70 CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/871306 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Legislative%20Series,%201968-1986/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_0000-nterior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs-Jurisdictional%20Problems%20in%20Indian%20Country,%201979-1980/CAC_CC_109_7_59_17_003.pdf correspondence Public Lands and Natural Resources; Native Americans Indians of North America--United States Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages Dwayne Hughes, Programs Coordinator for Citizen Band Potawatomi Indians of Oklahoma, sent a resolution to Congressman James R. Jones opposing the State of Oklahoma's attempts to assume jurisdiction over Indian Country within the state. Congressman Jones acknowledged receipt of the resolution and assured Hughes that he would keep their concerns in mind when reviewing any recommendations from the State legislature. The resolution highlights the Tribe's opposition to ceding jurisdictional authority to the State of Oklahoma and requests support from the Oklahoma Congressional Delegation. Text