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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Authorization Letter for the Purchase of Supplies for the Committee on Indian Affairs, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw Tribal Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Salary Matters, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-04-28
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Service Classes and Terms of The Western Union Telegraph Company in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Land in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-04-30
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-05-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Indian Timber Lands
- Date:
- 1937-05-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Letter from Wilson-Bennett Lumber Company to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands
- Date:
- 1937-05-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The letter authorizes Wiss Elizebeth Durant to purchase necessary supplies for use in the Committee on Indian Affairs work, but specifies that all supplies must be purchased through Elmer Thomes' office. Thomes requests a careful check be made of all supplies charged to the Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Authorization Letter for the Purchase of Supplies for the Committee on Indian Affairs, 1937")
![["Joshua Anderson writes to Senator Elmer Thomas and Commissioner of Indian Affairs John Collier to protest the sale of Choctaw tribal lands due to concerns about theft of timber, potential oil and gas drilling, and the land's future development potential. He suggests selling the timber separately and holding off on the land sale until further investigation can be conducted. He also questions the short notice given for the sale and emphasizes the importance of preserving common holdings for the Choctaw people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw Tribal Lands in 1937")
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, William A. Durant, wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas thanking him for his prompt attention to a matter regarding his salary warrants. He received a letter stating that his check would be received that week."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Salary Matters, 1937")
![["Elmer Thomas is requesting the Department to reconsider the sale of Indian Timber lands in Oklahoma as smaller companies are being excluded from bidding. He has sent a message to various lumber companies in the area informing them of the request. The message also includes terms and conditions for sending telegrams through Western Union."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0031_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Lands in Oklahoma")
![["The text outlines the different classes of service for telegrams offered by the Western Union Telegraph Company, including domestic, cable, night letters, day letters, deferred messages, and ship radiograms. It also includes terms and conditions regarding liability, delivery, and rates for each type of service. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired to ensure the message is transmitted correctly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Service Classes and Terms of The Western Union Telegraph Company in 1937")
![["The letter is from the LeFlore Lumber & Mill Co. to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about the sale of Indian Timber Land by the United States Government. The company believes that selling the land in individual tracts would result in a higher price and benefit the local lumber industry. They request that the sale be stopped and individual tracts be offered for sale in the County Seat of each county where the land is located. They argue that selling the land as one large tract would harm the lumber industry and the livelihood of many people in the area."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0032_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Land in Oklahoma")
![["Connell writes to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the pending sale of Indian lands in the Choctaw Nation. He expresses concerns about the lands being sold as one unit and requests that separate units be allowed for sale to benefit small sawmill men, timber dealers, and Indian citizens. He asks for the Senate Indian Affairs Committee to consider allowing bids on the lands in separate units. Senator Thomas responds, assuring Connell that he will look into the matter and work towards a satisfactory adjustment."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["Elmer Gann writes to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the proposed sale of Indian timber lands as one large tract, which would disadvantage small sawmill operators in the area. He highlights the importance of these small operators in providing employment and support for workers in the timber industry. Gann urges Senator Thomas to consider the impact on local operators and advocate for their interests in the decision-making process. Senator Thomas responds, acknowledging the issue and indicating that he has taken it up with the Indian Office for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Lands in 1937")
![["Elmer Thomas, a member of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations, received a wire regarding the sale of Indian timber lands. He has taken up the matter with the Indian Office and Chief Johnston of the Choctaw Tribe. He appreciates being informed of the situation and will wait to see what action the Department will take."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0015_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Indian Timber Lands")
![["The Wilson-Bennett Lumber Company is thanking Senator Elmer Thomas for his efforts to stop the sale of Indian lands as a unit, as it would be unfair to both the Indians and local lumber manufacturers. They believe the land would fetch a higher price if sold in separate tracts and urge the Senator to use every effort possible to cancel the sale. They also request to be kept informed about the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0033_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Letter from Wilson-Bennett Lumber Company to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands")