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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs on Irrigation and Education Plans for Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne Arapaho Schools
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Expansion of Agricultural Education in Reservation Schools: A Constructive Step Toward Self-Sufficiency for Indigenous Youth
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Chilocco Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- 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_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Letter from Office of Indian Affairs Regarding Educational Advantages for Oklahoma Indians
- Date:
- 1935-01-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe, Osage Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Funding Allocations for Indian Schools and Hospitals in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1935-10-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians, Wyandotte Nation, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_7_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Artesian Well Project at Fort Sill Indian School, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-10-04
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- American Indian Exposition: A Historical Letter from 1945
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Preference Rights on Indian Leases, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Reconsideration of Indian Land Leasing Policy: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1946-04-06
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Telegrams and Resolutions on the Preference Right Policy for Lessee of Indian Lands
- Date:
- 1946-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The Education Division of the United States Department of the Interior's Office of Indian Affairs is planning small-scale irrigation schemes at Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne and Arapaho schools in western Oklahoma. The goal is to improve agricultural conditions by providing water to garden crops during dry periods. The Education Division believes it is important for young Indians to participate in constructing and planning the irrigation systems."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs on Irrigation and Education Plans for Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne Arapaho Schools")
![["The text discusses a plan to extend three high schools on Kiowa and Cheyenne and Arapaho reservations to full high school status in order to provide agricultural education for junior high school age students. The plan involves building construction to accommodate the students and irrigation projects are being installed. The goal is to help the Indian young people become self-supporting and self-respecting members of their community."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Expansion of Agricultural Education in Reservation Schools: A Constructive Step Toward Self-Sufficiency for Indigenous Youth")
![["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 letter outlines suggestions for improving educational opportunities for Indians in Oklahoma, including providing proper supervision for teachers, maintaining boarding schools, establishing community schools, paying tuition for Indian children attending public schools, supporting Indian arts and crafts, and increasing the number of education field workers. The letter also mentions the need for additional funding and resources to implement these suggestions effectively."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Letter from Office of Indian Affairs Regarding Educational Advantages for Oklahoma Indians")
![["The text discusses the release of funds by the P.W.A for various Indian schools and hospitals in Oklahoma in 1935. It details the amount allocated for each project, such as hospitals in Talihina, Northeastern Oklahoma, Claremore, and Fort Sill, as well as schools like Fort Sill, Jones Academy, and Cheyenne and Arapaho School. The text also includes a memorandum letter discussing the selection of sites for hospitals and schools, as well as telegrams approving funds for employee buildings at Wheelock Academy, Chalaco Indian School, and Cheyenne and Arapaho School."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Oct.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Funding Allocations for Indian Schools and Hospitals in Oklahoma")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the drilling of an artesian well at the Fort Sill Indian School in Oklahoma in order to establish community gardens. Senator Elmer Thomas is seeking guidance and approval from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and the Department of the Interior on how to proceed with the project, including potential funding sources and coordination with State Works Progress Administration officials. The letters also mention discussions with irrigation and engineering experts to assess the feasibility of the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_7_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Fort%20Sill%20Indian%20School,%20Mar.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Artesian Well Project at Fort Sill Indian School, 1935")
![["The text is a letter discussing plans for the American Indian Exposition in Oklahoma, including the need for funds and entertainment, and an invitation for Senator Elmer Thomas to attend. The letter also mentions support from Congressman Jed Johnson and Governor Kerr for federal and state funds for the event."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Miscellaneous,%20Mar.-Dec.,%201945/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_053_12_11_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "American Indian Exposition: A Historical Letter from 1945")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas wrote to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding the preference rights of old lessees on Indian leases. The Commissioner assured Senator Thomas that the matter was being carefully studied and that a decision would be made soon. In a subsequent letter, the Commissioner informed Senator Thomas that bids for Indian leases at the Cheyenne & Arapaho Reservation would be opened, and in cases where the old lessee was not the highest bidder, the Indian owners would have the right to give the old lessee preference. The Commissioner believed that this decision would work out justly for the Indians and their neighbors."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Commissioner of Indian Affairs and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Preference Rights on Indian Leases, 1946")
![["The letter is from a group of Indian land lessees to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about a new ruling removing preference rights of old lessees on Indian leases. The lessees argue that stable families who invest in improving the land are the best renters, as opposed to those who do not make long-term investments. They urge the Senator to consider the long-term benefits of maintaining stable renters on Indian land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Reconsideration of Indian Land Leasing Policy: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["The text is discussing the issue of preference rights to lease Indian lands and the impact it has on the community. It includes a resolution passed by a committee to reinstate preference rights immediately, as they believe it is essential for the economy and conservation of Indian lands. The resolution also addresses the need for fair lease appraisals and adjustments based on farm commodity prices. The resolution is to be telegraphed to relevant authorities for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Telegrams and Resolutions on the Preference Right Policy for Lessee of Indian Lands")
