Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Testimony on Senate Joint Resolution 133: Establishing the American Indian Policy Review Commission 1949-10-07 1949-10-07 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 81st (1949-1951) Dewey F. 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He highlighted the accomplishments of the Warm Springs Reservation in education, housing, and economic development, emphasizing the importance of initiative from within the community. Smith also raised concerns about the Bureau of Indian Affairs' funding and leadership, urging for more responsible and effective implementation of their Trust responsibility. He commended the Committee for their interest in Indian issues and believed that the establishment of the American Indian Policy Commission would bring new direction to Indian programs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Joint Statement on the Establishment of the Indian Policy Review Commission: A Plea for Increased Representation, Preservation of Rights, and Active Rebuilding 1973-01-01 1973-01-01 Abourezk, James G., 1931-2023 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_29_32_0000, Box, 29, 32, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_29_32_0008 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_32_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863054 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/CAC_CC_003_02_29_32_0008.pdf correspondence Public Lands and Natural Resources United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces; Banks and banking--United States Apache Nation; Mescalero Apache Nation 4 Pages The Mescalero Apache Tribe and the National Tribal Chairmen's Association express their support for Senate Joint Resolution No. 133, which establishes the Indian Policy Review Commission. They highlight the need for increased representation of Indian members on the commission, push for legislation benefiting Indians to be passed promptly, emphasize the importance of preserving water resources on Indian reservations, and call for the submission of Indian community development and rehabilitation plans. They also stress the importance of appointing qualified Indians to the commission staff for effective communication and participation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Invitation Memorandum for Retirement Party of Calvin G. Beames and James L. Gordon by Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service 1973-04-05 1973-04-05 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_8_0000, Box, 32, 8, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0008 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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863326 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_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_8_0008.pdf correspondence Health Education--United States; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces Delaware Tribe of Indians 2 Pages The Oklahoma City Area Indian Health Service is planning a retirement party for Mr. Calvin G. Beames and Mr. James L. Gordon, who are both retiring after many years of Federal service. The party will be held on June 12, 1973 at the Holiday Inn Northwest in Oklahoma City. Contributions towards a gift for the retirees are appreciated, and tickets for the dinner can be purchased for $4.75. Reservations should be made by June 8, 1973. For more information, contact Stella Delaware or Kathy Deere. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Federal-Indian Relationship: A Call for Major Reforms and Recognition of Lakota Indian Communities 1973-07-20 1973-07-20 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_29_32_0000, Box, 29, 32, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_29_32_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_29_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_32_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863051 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/CAC_CC_003_02_29_32_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Armed Forces; United States; Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 6 Pages Gerald One Feather, Chairman of the Landowners Association of the Pine Ridge Reservation, emphasizes the need for major reforms in Federal-Indian relationships. He discusses the historical lack of laws protecting and developing Lakota Indian communities, and the conflicts caused by the establishment of tribal trusts in the 1930s. One Feather calls for the recognition of individual and tribal land responsibilities as separate entities, and stresses the importance of self-determination for both groups. He also highlights the need for cultural self-determination and the development of opportunities within Indian communities. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inter-Tribal Council's 1974 Resolution on Indian Health Bill: A Call for Inclusive Language 1974-03-26 1974-03-26 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_9_0000, Box, 32, 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_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_32_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863365 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_9_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Health,%201973%20Feb.%20-%201978%20Sep.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0017.pdf correspondence Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States Modoc Nation; Quapaw Nation; Cayuga Nation; Shawnee Nation; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The Inter-Tribal Council, Inc., representing eight tribes, has adopted a resolution in support of Senate Bill 2938 and House Bill 12835, known as the "Indian Health Bill", with the condition that any language in the bills that limits tribal or individual participation to those residing on reservations be removed. The Council believes that the federal government should pay attention to all Indians, not just those on reservations. The resolution has been signed by the President and Secretary/Treasurer of the Council, and copies have been forwarded to various legislators and organizations. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Struggles of Urban Native Americans: Facing Housing, Job, and Cultural Challenges in the City 1975-01-01 1975-01-01 Risenhoover, Theodore Ted, 1934-2006 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_20_0000, Box, 32, 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0004 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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863431 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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0004.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Armed Forces; United States 1 Page Urban Indians living in cities face challenges with housing, job opportunities, and access to health care. Many struggle with overcrowded and inadequate housing, high unemployment rates, and limited health services. Despite these challenges, the migration to urban areas has led to higher education levels among urban Indians. However, there are concerns about the impact of city life on Indian culture and the increasing cultural breakdown due to intermarriage with non-Indians. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Dave Whitekiller's Application for a Grant under the Indian Financing Act 1975-06-24 1975-06-24 Whitekiller, Dave, 1932-2001 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_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_30_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%201973%20Jan.%20-%201978%20Aug.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884855 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_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Cherokee Nation; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes 5 Pages Dave Whitekiller, a Cherokee, applied for a grant under the Indian Financing Act to establish a packing plant in Greensburg, Kansas. However, his application was denied because the business would not be on or near an Indian reservation, as required by the Act. The Bureau of Indian Affairs suggested that he contact the Small Business Administration for assistance. Senator Dewey Bartlett and Don Bluejacket were unable to help Whitekiller with his grant request. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Directory of Executive Directors for Native American Housing Authorities in Oklahoma and Surrounding Areas 1975-08-05 1975-08-05 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_32_20_0000, Box, 32, 20, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0032 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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0032_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863459 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_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Housing,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201978%20Oct.,%201973-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_32_20_0032.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States; Armed Forces Shawnee Nation; Comanche Nation; Seminole Nation; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kickapoo Nation; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Absentee-Shawnee Nation; Cherokee Nation; Creek Nation 2 Pages The document provides a list of Executive Directors of various Housing Authorities for different tribes in Oklahoma and Kansas. Each director is responsible for overseeing housing initiatives for their respective tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Revising Title 20: Improving Federal Funding Deliverance and Sovereignty for Indian Tribes 1976-12-15 1976-12-15 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_36_9_0000, Box, 36, 9, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_36_9_0004 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_9_0000-Indian%20Sterilization%20-%20subject%20-%20Bartlett/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_9_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884395 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_9_0000-Indian%20Sterilization%20-%20subject%20-%20Bartlett/CAC_CC_003_2_36_9_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Health Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces 4 Pages The memorandum discusses issues with Title 20, a federal program that delivers social services, which subvert Indian sovereignty and hinder effective delivery of services to Indian communities. It suggests amending Title 20 to allow Indian tribes to qualify for direct grants from federal agencies to resolve jurisdictional, legal, and administrative problems. The memorandum provides examples of conflicts between state and tribal governments over control of social service funds and recommends recognizing Indian tribes as independent units of government for eligibility under federal grant programs. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Understanding Tribal Rights and Services: A Senate Memorandum 1977-01-01 1977-01-01 unknown 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_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_36_10_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Senate%20Committee%20Memos,%201973%20Nov.%20-%201978%20June.,%201973-1978%20-%20NEW/thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_36_10_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884412 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_0014.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces 2 Pages The document is a memorandum discussing various questions related to tribal services, divisions within tribes, recognition of tribes on reservations, governmental functions of tribes, legal jurisdiction on reservations, and the reservation system. The memo raises questions about the benefits for non-reservation Indians and whether it is a good idea to continue the reservation system. Text