The letter from F.L. Lewis, Chairman of the Chickasaw Housing Authority, recommends John Spaan for the Executive Officer position in the Oklahoma City Area office of the Public Health Service's Division of Indian Health. Lewis emphasizes the importance of appointing a well-qualified individual who understands and is sympathetic to the needs of Oklahoma Indians. The letter is addressed to Honorable Carl Albert, who is urged to consider Spaan for the position. Carl Albert responds, thanking Lewis for the recommendation and assuring him of his commitment to supporting the Oklahoma Indians.