Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs

The text consists of a series of correspondences between Dr. Hal B. Merrell, Chairman of the Department of Communicative Disorders at the University of Tulsa, and James R. Jones, a Member of Congress. Dr. Merrell is seeking support and funding for a speech and language therapy project at the Seneca Indian School, and James R. Jones expresses his appreciation for the project and promises to look into the matter. The Bureau of Indian Affairs is also mentioned as being involved in the project.

The text consists of two letters. The first letter is from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to Lee Motah, the president of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma. Jones enclosed a letter he received from Sid Carney, the director of the Anadarko Area Office for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, in response to an inquiry made by Jones on behalf of Motah and the tribes. Jones believes the information provided by Carney will be helpful and offers further assistance if needed. The second letter is from Carney to Jones. Carney informs Jones that they have had contracts with Motah's organization during fiscal year 1973 and provides details of those contracts. He explains that they are unable to renew some of the contracts due to reduced funds for fiscal year 1974, but may be able to renegotiate if additional funds are allocated. Motah also submitted contracts for fiscal year 1974, which Carney acknowledges and states will be considered.

The text is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. Sylvester Tinker, Principal Chief of the Osage Tribal Council. Tinker had expressed opposition to legislative proposals to reorganize the council. Jones informs Tinker that no such legislation has been introduced yet, but he will keep Tinker's letter and the council's resolution in case it does come up for consideration. Jones appreciates Tinker's letter and offers his assistance. The text also includes the resolution from the Osage Tribal Council expressing their objections to certain provisions of a proposed bill for a representative government for the Osage Tribe of Indians. They request that the bill not be introduced in Congress, or if it is, that its passage be resisted.

The text discusses two issues. The first issue is the funding of tutors for Indian children who are unable or not allowed to attend school due to the length of their hair. The promise to provide funding was made a year ago, but no funds have been made available and it is unclear if the promise is still valid. The second issue is an audit of the use and misuse of Johnson-O'Malley funds in 23 school districts in Oklahoma. The audit found ineligible student participation, improper use of funds for basic items, budget variances, and erroneous reporting. The State Department of Education responded to the audit but did not mention retroactive action. Suggestions for follow-up actions include contacting relevant officials, exploring funding sources, and preparing legislation if necessary.

The text is a letter from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to B. Bob Stoop, the president of the Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, thanking him for his letter and resolution expressing support for the appointment of Hersdahl Sahmaunt as the Deputy Commissioner of Indian Education. Jones appreciates Stoop's sentiments and asks to be kept informed of major issues. The text also includes the resolution adopted by the Inter-Tribal Council regarding funding for the Oklahomans for Indian Opportunity, stating that the Council does not believe they have fulfilled their mission and requesting the Office of Minority Business Enterprise to reject their funding applications.

The author is writing to Hon. Clem McSpadden to express their appreciation for his involvement in the problems of Cherokee County. They mention the help received from Charlie Cooper on the Skill Center and request information about a call made to the Assistant Secretary of Manpower. They also discuss the new executive branch policy on housing for the Indian Nation and request assistance in receiving housing units for the Cherokees. The author mentions that all available housing contracts have been spoken for and that a friend has applied for Mutual Help Housing. They also mention investigating a bank in Dewey and the difficulties of conducting business with environmentalists. The author discusses the Community Health Representative Program and Indian Action Team Program, which have been approved but funds have not been made available. They mention being at an impasse in Sallisaw and provide a list of names for the author to contact. The letter concludes with gratitude for the time spent with Hon. Clem McSpadden and an offer to provide local services.

The letter is from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to Mayor Robert LaFortune of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jones is writing to express concern about the Indian Neighborhood Center, which has been funded by Model Cities but will no longer receive funding. Jones encourages LaFortune to support a proposal for expanding the services and programs offered by the center, as there is no other project like it in Tulsa and the funding required is not large. Jones looks forward to hearing from LaFortune soon.

The text is a conversation between John and a congressman regarding Buddy Wall, a member of the Choctaw Tribe who is trying to obtain information about tribal funds and land holdings. John suggests having a secret ballot election for a new tribal chief, overseen by the Justice Department, and asks the congressman to check with the Department of the Interior for assistance. The congressman receives a letter from Marvin Franklin regarding the Choctaw tribe and explains that the tribe's records are kept by the principal chief in his home. The letter also discusses the requirements for petitioning for the removal of the principal chief and the procedures for selecting a new chief. The letter from Franklin provides information about the election process and the role of the Secretary of the Interior.

The letter is a response to a recommendation from Mr. and Mrs. Campbell regarding the consideration of Browning Pipestem and Peter McDonald for a position in the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The letter informs them that a new position, Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs, is being proposed to replace the Office of the Commissioner. Several candidates are being considered for the position, and the nominee will need to be confirmed by the Senate.

Mrs. Thompson sent a telegram to Representative James Jones regarding the situation at Wounded Knee, South Dakota. Representative Jones acknowledges receipt of the telegram and expresses hope for a peaceful resolution to the situation.

The recipient of the letter, Mr. Kenneth E. Black, wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern over the Alaskan Native Claims Act and its potential impact on the budget of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. In response, Congressman Jones assures Mr. Black that these payments will not negatively affect the Bureau's ability to provide services to American Indians on the mainland.

The text consists of two letters. The first letter is from James R. Jones, a member of Congress, to Mr. Hampton W. Anderson. Jones thanks Anderson for sending him a copy of a recent letter to Marvin Franklin and apologizes for not being in the office when Anderson stopped by. Jones expresses a desire to see Anderson on his next visit and offers assistance if needed. The second letter is from Hampton W. Anderson to Marvin Franklin, assistant to the Secretary of Interior. Anderson thanks Franklin for taking the time to visit with him and expresses gratitude for making the visit pleasant. Anderson mentions an enclosed application for Franklin's reference and sends his best regards and wishes. A copy of the letter is also sent to Congressman James Jones.

The text consists of two letters. The first letter is from James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, to Pat Jennings, the Clerk of the House of Representatives. Jones expresses his support for Jennings and looks forward to working with him in the upcoming Congress. He also offers his assistance if needed. The second letter is from Pat Jennings to James R. Jones. Jennings is a candidate for the position of Clerk in the 93rd Congress and is seeking Jones' support in the Democratic Caucus. Jennings highlights his past service as Clerk and his commitment to meeting Members' needs. He asks for Jones' support and pledges his best efforts in the new Congress.

The executive director of the Oklahoma Indian Affairs Commission expresses disappointment in a recent presentation on New Federalism, stating that it seemed biased towards the current administration. The director emphasizes the importance of improving the delivery system of federal programs for Native American tribes in Oklahoma and suggests that specific details be provided regarding these improvements. The director also raises concerns about the potential increase in administrative costs for state and local governments. The letter is cc'd to various government officials.

The text consists of a series of letters regarding a payment to be made to descendants of certain Indian tribes. Congressman James R. Jones received a letter from Jack Steel, who had been unsuccessful in getting information from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Jones contacted the Bureau and was initially told that a financial settlement was forthcoming, but later learned that it was a judgment claim and not revenue sharing. Jones forwarded Steel's letter to the Tribal Operations division for action and requested to be informed of the result. Steel expressed his concerns about not receiving a response from the Bureau and the urgency of the payment for his education. Jones assured Steel that he would follow up on the matter and sent him a copy of the Bureau's response. There is also a note from Bill Savage, a legislative assistant, mentioning the conversation he had with Steel and providing his updated address. The Bureau of Indian Affairs explains in their letter to Jones that funds have been appropriated for certain Indian Claims Commission Dockets and a roll is being prepared to include eligible individuals

The sender, Peter A. Manhart, is writing to James R. Jones about a conversation they had regarding funds allocated by Congress under the Employment Assistance Act. Manhart urges Jones to attempt to override President Nixon's veto of these funds. Manhart also sends his regards to Olivia and expresses hope for the quick arrival of the new Jones heir.

This text discusses the use of extreme methods to get attention and results. It mentions historical events such as the Boston Tea Party and the civil rights movement of black people. It also mentions the Native American community and their current efforts to gain attention and make progress. The text criticizes the lack of effective communication between the government and Native Americans and highlights the derogatory names used to refer to them. It urges Oklahomans of Indian heritage to remember this during the next election.

The letter is a response from James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, to Norman H. Gregory. Jones thanks Gregory for his letter regarding the action at Wounded Knee and acknowledges the grievances of the American Indians. Jones expresses a willingness to work for their rights and requests further details of Gregory's views. Gregory's letter, which is included, commends the U.S. Wounded Knee action, emphasizes the importance of firmness with the American Indian Movement (AIM), and supports elected Indian leaders. Gregory also mentions his personal experience living and working with the Sioux.

The Carter County Chickasaw Tribal Council sent a letter to Governor Overton James requesting information about the financial status of the Chickasaw Tribal funds, specifically regarding the purchase of the Chickasaw Motor Inn and the location of the remaining funds. They emphasized the importance of being informed and involved in tribal affairs. The council invited Governor James to their upcoming meeting and requested the information be provided by April 12, 1973. The letter was also sent to other relevant parties.

The text is a letter from Lee Motah, President of the United Indian Tribes of Western Oklahoma and Kansas, to James R. Jones, a Member of Congress. Motah expresses concern about the lack of cooperation and response from high-ranking officials towards Marvin Franklin, the Under Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs. Motah requests Jones' support in confirming Franklin and removing any obstacles that may hinder the implementation of programs for the Indian people.