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Health, Education and Welfare - Public Health Service - Indian Hospital, Talihina

Object Type: Folder
In Folder: Departmental, 1945-1976



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Mr. Folsom Scott proposed the establishment of a medical school at the Talihina Indian Hospital, but the Public Health Service determined it was not feasible due to complexity and cost. They suggested training opportunities for Indian people in health professions at established professional colleges. Congressman Carl Albert acknowledged Mr. Scott's ideas and also addressed his concerns regarding land acquisition in Haskell County for a bird and fowl habitat.

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The text consists of two letters, one from Carl Albert, M.C. and the other from John Spaan, both commending Leborn Riddle for his outstanding work as the Building and Grounds Manager at the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma. They express their appreciation for Riddle's dedication, leadership, and ability to create a positive work environment. Spaan also highlights the importance of management philosophy in motivating employees to achieve extraordinary results. Both letters congratulate Riddle and wish him and his family a happy holiday season.

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The proposal to modernize the Public Health Service Indian Hospital in Talihina, Oklahoma includes major functional rearrangements, expansion of departments, and the addition of 100 GM&S beds. The project will be completed in three phases to avoid increased costs and construction issues. The estimated cost has increased to $1,502,000, and it is recommended to award one construction contract for all phases. The hospital serves as a primary health resource for the Choctaw and other tribes in the area, and the proposed modernization aims to improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare services provided.

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The text is a report from the Committee on Appropriations regarding the Department of the Interior and related agencies appropriation bill for the fiscal year 1968. It includes details of the proposed budget, appropriations for various activities, and construction projects for Indian health facilities. The Committee recommends certain reductions and adjustments in funding based on budget estimates and previous appropriations.

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The text appears to be a list of items or tasks, with the words "Taliline," "Indian," "Clu," "Hoop," and "Mrk" included. It seems to be asking where something should be found.

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Rep. Carl Albert spoke in support of a $64,000 item in the Interior Appropriation Bill for the Public Health Service Indian Hospital at Talihina, Oklahoma. The funds will be used for consolidating shop space and constructing a new incinerator. The hospital serves as a primary health resource for members of the Five Civilized Tribes of Indians in Southeastern Oklahoma and is in need of modernization and expansion to meet current program needs. The $64,000 is necessary for making some of the most needed improvements at the hospital, including the construction of the new incinerator and consolidation of shop space. Rep. Albert hopes the funds will not be eliminated from the appropriation bill.

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The memorandum from Mike Reed to Mr. Albert discusses the status of appropriations for Public Health Service Indian Hospitals, which are included in the Interior Department Appropriation bill. The bill is scheduled to be reported on April 21, and it is suggested that efforts be made to get funding for the Talihina Hospital. It is recommended to try to get $64,000 for partial construction. Reed gave the item to the subcommittee staff member on April 4, 1967.

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