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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Funding for the American Indian Exposition, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- List of Residents From Various Locations in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 10 and Ex 22: New Appointments at 2nd Office - Juha Hazel Wordell Assumes Role at Osage
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Transcripts of Telegraphic Communications Between Elmer Thomas and Tom Anglin in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Advertisement for Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraphic Correspondence Regarding Tax Status of Former Vice President Chas. Curtis's Allotment
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Code and Format of a Western Union Telegram
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- List of U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations and Kiowa Reservation Tribal Council Members, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Communication Protocol and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs informing him that a supplemental allotment of $200 was being made to the Kiowa Agency for expenses related to the American Indian Exposition. The total contribution towards the project is $700. Senator Thomas had previously received a telegram from Bedoka requesting an increase in funding for the exhibit premiums at the exposition, and he replied that he would ask the Indian Office to consider increasing the amount."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fairs%20and%20Expositions,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Funding for the American Indian Exposition, 1935")
![["The text discusses the ongoing issues and challenges faced by Native American tribes, particularly in Oklahoma and the Navajo reservations. It highlights the push for legislation to protect Indian rights and address issues such as exploitation and lack of resources. The consolidation of various programs under one leader on the Navajo reservations is also discussed as a step towards progress. Opposition from special interests and political obstacles are hindering the implementation of beneficial measures for Native Americans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress")
![["The text lists the names and ages of various individuals from different locations, including Hulbert, Oklahoma. It includes families such as the Keeners, Henson's, Youngs, Welches, Osages, Downings, Christens, and Grasshoppers. The ages range from infants to older adults, and the families are described with their respective locations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0003_thumbnail.jpg "List of Residents From Various Locations in Oklahoma")
![["10, also known as Ex 22, is the second office of Juha Hazel Wordell in Osage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0004_thumbnail.jpg "10 and Ex 22: New Appointments at 2nd Office - Juha Hazel Wordell Assumes Role at Osage")
![["The text is a series of telegrams exchanged between various individuals arranging for meetings and conferences. The messages are sent using different classes of service, such as day letters, night letters, and deferred cables. The senders are confirming dates and times for meetings and requesting communication from recipients. The telegrams are signed by R.B. White, Newcomb Carlton, and J.C. Willever, who are the President, Chairman of the Board, and First Vice-President, respectively."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Transcripts of Telegraphic Communications Between Elmer Thomas and Tom Anglin in 1935")
![["The Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California offers a variety of Indian arts and crafts from eighty tribes, including baskets, rugs, silver, pottery, clothing, and antiques. They also offer mail orders and guarantee satisfaction. The owner, R.O. Cregar, is a U.S. Licensed Indian Trader and a member of the United Traders Association."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Advertisement for Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California")
![["The text is a template for sending a telegram regarding the location of former vice president Chas. Curtis' allotment on tax rolls. It provides instructions on class of service desired and includes the sender's information and recipient's information. It also mentions the availability of Western Union messengers for delivery of notes and packages."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraphic Correspondence Regarding Tax Status of Former Vice President Chas. Curtis's Allotment")
![["The text is a telegram from Tom Anglin to Senator Elmer Thomas in Washington, D.C. requesting copies of recommendations from the Interior Department or Indian Commissioner to Congress in support of an act from 1906. The text also mentions Western Union gift orders."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Code and Format of a Western Union Telegram")
![["The text lists the members of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations and provides a copy of a letter regarding the annual election for members of the Tribal Council on the Kiowa Reservation. The letter includes the names of the elected members from various tribes and mentions that the Council now has ten members. The letter was copied by M.E.P. on December 9, 1935."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "List of U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations and Kiowa Reservation Tribal Council Members, 1935")
![["The text is a message sent by Elmer Thomas to the Senate Committee on Appropriations regarding the removal of a section from a bill affecting suits in the Court of Claims. Thomas congratulates the recipients and all affected Indians. The message is sent as a day letter using the Western Union service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Communication Protocol and Sample Message")