Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legal Proceedings Involving the Pit River Indian Tribe Land Ownership Rights 1934-06-18 1934-06-18 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_2_67_12_0000, Box, 67, 12, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0006 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Pit%20River%20Indians%20Correspondence,%20Injunction,%20Background,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884529 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Pit%20River%20Indians%20Correspondence,%20Injunction,%20Background,%201969-1970/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States Modoc Indians 16 Pages This text is a legal complaint filed by the Pit River Indian Tribe against government officials regarding the designation of beneficiaries for the XL Ranch Indian Reservation in California. The plaintiffs are seeking injunctive relief and mandamus to ensure compliance with the Fifth Amendment and federal law in the decision-making process. The complaint outlines the history of the XL Ranch, the involvement of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the traditional significance of the land to the Pit River Indians. Text 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. 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_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_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_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863050 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_0004.pdf correspondence Native Americans; Public Lands and Natural Resources United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 2 Pages Kenneth Smith, General Manager of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, Oregon, expressed support for Senate Joint Resolution 133, which would establish the American Indian Policy Review Commission. 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 Report on Housing Needs of Indians in Eastern Oklahoma 1965-06-18 1965-06-18 Imotichey, Jerry (1938-2016) http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 89th (1965-1967) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_25_0000, Box, 63, 25, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0002 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_63_25_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development-Indian%20Housing,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870369 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_63_25_0000-Housing%20and%20Urban%20Development-Indian%20Housing,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_25_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; United States--Armed Forces; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Seminole Nation; Cherokee Nation; Chickasaw Nation; Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 5 Pages The document from the Honorable Carl Albert to the President of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes discusses the housing needs of Indians in eastern Oklahoma. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development provides a report on the low-rent housing program for the Five Civilized Tribes, outlining the status of various projects and the need for cooperation between different agencies to address the housing needs. The document expresses a commitment to working together to expedite the housing projects for the benefit of the tribes. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Announcement of Hearings on S. 1017: Indian Contracting-Education Reform Bill by the Indian Affairs Subcommittee, Ninety-Third Congress" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0009 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878684 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0009.pdf correspondence Native Americans United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Claims 16 Pages The document provides information about the members of the Indian Affairs Subcommittee in the U.S. House of Representatives and a meeting on S. 1017, an Indian contracting-education reform bill. It discusses the history of tribal sovereignty, the impact of administrative actions on Indian reservations, and the shift towards Indian self-determination. The meeting aims to address the importance of this legislation and encourages members to attend the hearings. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Correcting Historical Injustices: An Examination of H.R 8824 and the Restoration of Allotted Lands on the Bad River Indian Reservation" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0021 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0021_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878696 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0021.pdf correspondence Native Americans Armed Forces; United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 3 Pages H.R. 8824 corrects an error made by officials of the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding an allotment made on the Bad River Indian Reservation in Wisconsin in 1895. The allotment was mistakenly taxed and taken by the county, leading to the lands being acquired by the United States. The bill transfers the land back to Mrs. Harriet La Pointe Vanderventer or her heirs without consideration and under the same conditions as the original allotment. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Overview of H.R. 5525: Confirming Mineral Ownership to the Chippewa Cree Tribe" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 91st (1969-1971); 90th (1967-1969); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0024 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0024_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878699 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Bills%20-%20Analysis,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_23_0024.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; United States; Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chippewa Indians 6 Pages H.R. 5525 declares certain mineral interests held by the United States in trust for the Chippewa Cree Tribe of Rocky Boy's Reservation, Montana. The bill aims to clarify ownership of mineral rights, address uncertainty in mineral development, and ensure revenue from mineral leasing benefits the tribe. Subcommittee amendments clarify existing leases, deposit future income to the tribe, reject new lease applications, and exempt certain lands previously patented to the State of Montana. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Congressman Abdnor Calls for Arrest and Prosecution of Dissidents at Wounded Knee" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 Abdnor, Ellis James, 1912-2012 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973); 90th (1967-1969) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878493 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans United States; Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Armed Forces 3 Pages Congressman James Abdnor from South Dakota calls for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the dissident elements occupying Wounded Knee. He believes that force is necessary to restore order and respect for law in the community, as the situation has escalated due to the actions of the American Indian Movement (AIM) members. Abdnor describes the violence and destruction of property that has occurred in the area, and emphasizes the need for federal authorities to take action to end the anarchy at Wounded Knee. He believes that the majority of the occupiers are outsiders and not representative of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, and criticizes the media for portraying a romanticized version of the situation. Abdnor concludes by urging federal officers to enter Wounded Knee and arrest those in violation of the law. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "Title Declaration for Mineral Interests Held by the United States in Trust for the Chippewa Cree Tribe: H.R. 5525 Bill Analysis" 1967-01-01 1967-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969); 91st (1969-1971); 93rd (1973-1975); 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0012 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878535 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0012.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Banks and banking--United States; United States; Armed Forces Chippewa Indians 5 Pages H.R. 5525 is a bill introduced by Mr. Melcher in 1973 that aims to declare certain mineral interests held by the United States in trust for the Chippewa Cree Tribe of the Rocky Boy's Reservation in Montana. The bill addresses the uncertainty surrounding mineral ownership in the area and seeks to confirm ownership of these mineral interests for the tribe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Per Capita Distribution of Cheyenne and Arapaho Judgment Award 1967-05-01 1967-05-01 Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 90th (1967-1969) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_63_43_0000, Box, 63, 43, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_0001 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_63_43_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cheyenne-Arapaho,%201967/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/870408 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_63_43_0000-Interior-Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs-Cheyenne-Arapaho,%201967/CAC_CC_001_4_63_43_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; United States; United States--Armed Forces Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 5 Pages Mrs. Gladys Byrnes from Shreveport, Louisiana, is requesting a per capita distribution of funds belonging to the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs is considering a "family plan" program for distributing a portion of each individual's share, with the remainder distributed in a per capita payment. Representative Carl Albert is sympathetic to Mrs. Byrnes' desire for fair distribution and will continue to advocate for it. The use of judgment funds is subject to approval by and the enactment of legislation authorizing the use of the funds. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendation for Enactment of H.R. 9424: Transfer of Federally Owned Lands to the Pueblo of Laguna 1970-01-01 1970-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_2_67_3_0000, Box, 67, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884486 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Health,%201969-1971/CAC_CC_009_2_67_3_0001.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States 7 Pages The Department of the Interior recommends that a bill be enacted to declare certain federally owned lands in New Mexico as held in trust for the Pueblo of Laguna. The lands, totaling approximately 1016.65 acres, were acquired for administrative purposes but are no longer needed by the Bureau. The bill covers four specific tracts of land, including an administrative site, a sanatorium site, and a government excluded tract. The lands have been used for grazing and other purposes by the Pueblo of Laguna, and there are no plans for future government use of the land. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK St. Labre Indian School: Providing Opportunities, Not Charity 1970-04-29 1970-04-29 Harris, Fred R., 1930-2024 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 91st (1969-1971) Fred R. Harris Collection CAC_CC_26_1_197_3_0000, Box, 197, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/57 CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_018 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_018_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884582 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Indian%20Schools,%201970/CAC_CC_026_1_197_3_018.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; United States Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes 10 Pages The document is a letter from Fred R. Harris, a U.S. Senator, thanking Carroll M. Ridgway for sending information about the St. Labre Indian School, which is focused on providing opportunities for Native American students to advance and improve themselves rather than relying on charity. The school has made significant progress in addressing poverty and providing education and job opportunities for the Northern Cheyenne tribe. The school is now seeking support to establish a trade school to further train young people and address the high unemployment rate on the reservation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Legislation for the Disposition of Creek Judgment Funds 1971-01-01 1971-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 93rd (1973-1975); 95th (1977-1979); 92nd (1971-1973); 94th (1975-1977) Dewey F. Bartlett Collection CAC_CC_3_2_30_28_0000, Box, 30, 28, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/2 CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0035 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0035_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/883530 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0035.pdf correspondence Native Americans United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States--Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Claims Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma 3 Pages The document is a letter from the United States Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs regarding the introduction of a bill to provide for the disposition of funds appropriated to pay a judgment in favor of the Creek Indians. The bill includes provisions for adding names of eligible individuals to the roll, distributing funds between Creek Indians in Oklahoma and east of the Mississippi, and ensuring equal distribution to enrollees. The document expresses support for the bill from legal counsel for the Creek Tribe and thanks the Senator for his work on behalf of Indian people in Oklahoma. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "1972 Subcommittee on Indian Affairs: Review of Legislation Pertaining to Native American Land Rights and Trusts" 1971-02-22 1971-02-22 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0017 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878540 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9a_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Navaho-Hopi%20Dispute,%201973-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_9_0017.pdf correspondence Native Americans Armed Forces; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims Hopi Tribe of Arizona; Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah 1 Page The document outlines various bills related to Native American land rights and ownership, specifically focusing on the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon, the Hopi and Navajo Tribes, and Paiute Indians. The bills aim to declare title to certain federal lands in Oregon for the Warm Springs tribe, authorize partition of surface and subsurface rights between the Hopi and Navajo tribes, and provide allotments of land rights to Paiute Indians. The bills also authorize necessary appropriations to carry out the provisions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK National Tribal Chairmen's Association Position Statement on Illegal Occupation and Destruction of Bureau of Indian Affairs Building 1972-11-11 1972-11-11 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_9_2_67_6_0000, Box, 67, 6, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Occupation%20of%20the%20BIA%20Building%20in%20Washington,%20D.C.%20Statements%20Before%20the%20Subcommittee,%201972-1973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884518 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Occupation%20of%20the%20BIA%20Building%20in%20Washington,%20D.C.%20Statements%20Before%20the%20Subcommittee,%201972-1973/CAC_CC_009_2_67_6_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Indians of North America--Oklahoma; United States Navajo Indians 6 Pages The National Tribal Chairmen's Association condemns the illegal occupation and destruction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs building by dissident groups. They call for the rebuilding of the building, prosecution of those responsible, and reject negotiations with illegitimate groups. They demand the return of stolen records and protection of tribal records in the future. They also request a Congressional investigation into the incident and emphasize that reservation Indians should not be penalized for the actions of urban dissident groups. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Statement of Principal Chief Elmer Manatowa, Jr. in Support of H.R. 11771: Division of Judgment Funds Among Sac and Fox Tribes 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_2_67_13_0000, Box, 67, 13, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Sac%20and%20Fox%20Indians,%201970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884536 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Sac%20and%20Fox%20Indians,%201970/CAC_CC_009_2_67_13_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Indians of North America--Claims; United States Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Sac and Fox Indians--Oklahoma 8 Pages Elmer Manatowa, Principal Chief of the Sac and Fox Tribe of Oklahoma, supports H.R. 11771 which divides a judgment award between the Oklahoma Sac and Fox and the Iowa Sac and Fox tribes based on current membership. The Department of the Interior prefers using 1937 census rolls for division, but the Oklahoma Sac and Fox disagree, citing flaws in the 1937 roll and differences in tribal membership criteria. They argue that dividing the award based on current membership is the fairest and most democratic approach. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK "National Congress of American Indians Statement on the 1973 Takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs and Occupation of Wounded Knee" 1973-04-02 1973-04-02 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 92nd (1971-1973); 93rd (1973-1975) John N. "Happy" Camp Collection CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000, Box 67, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/261 CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0014 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/878506 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0014.pdf correspondence Native Americans Armed Forces; Indians of North America--Claims; United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma 8 Pages The National Congress of American Indians presents their position on the takeover of the Bureau of Indian Affairs building and the occupation of Wounded Knee by the American Indian Movement. They express regret and sorrow over the events, highlighting the internal conflict within the Indian community. The statement discusses the lack of self-government powers for tribal governments and the failure of the US to uphold treaty commitments. The statement also addresses the struggle for a modern identity for American Indians and the response to the crisis at Wounded Knee. The NCAI expresses gratitude to federal marshals and FBI for avoiding unnecessary violence. 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