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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Affairs of the Otoe and Missouria Tribes, 1894-1938
- Date:
- 1894-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 54th (1895-1897), 57th (1901-1903), 70th (1927-1929), 61st (1909-1911), 53rd (1893-1895), 73rd (1933-1935), 72nd (1931-1933), 65th (1917-1919), 66th (1919-1921), 64th (1915-1917), 71st (1929-1931), 56th (1899-1901), 67th (1921-1923), 69th (1925-1927), 59th (1905-1907), 55th (1897-1899), 63rd (1913-1915), 68th (1923-1925), 74th (1935-1937), 75th (1937-1939), 58th (1903-1905), 60th (1907-1909), 62nd (1911-1913)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Legislation of 1906
- Date:
- 1906-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 59th (1905-1907)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_7_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Drilling Record and Geological Profile: Consolidated Oil Co. McVicker Farm Site, Oklahoma, 1925
- Date:
- 1925-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 69th (1925-1927)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1926 Standard Form No. 14A: Government Telegram Regarding Sawyer Case Attorney Fees
- Date:
- 1926-03-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 69th (1925-1927)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities and Land Rights for Pawnee Indians in the 1930s
- Date:
- 1930-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 71st (1929-1931)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1930s Joint Resolution on Appropriating Funds for Relief Purposes and Employment Increase
- Date:
- 1930-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 71st (1929-1931)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- List of United States Senate Committee on Appropriations Members in 1934
- Date:
- 1934-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 73rd (1933-1935)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter from John Gough Marcum Regarding Bill 2047 and Other Matters
- Date:
- 1934-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 73rd (1933-1935)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Letter Regarding Settlement of Earl A. Benson Company's Contract Claim
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and George Gibbs Regarding Indian Legislation and Opportunity
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The letter is from William B. Burgess to Senator Thomas regarding a land sale issue involving the Otoe and Missouria tribes of Indians. The letter mentions that the tribes were misled by the U.S. Government in a land sale, and asks for assistance in resolving the issue. The letter references specific acts of Congress related to the sale of the tribes' lands, and requests that the Senator take action on behalf of the Tribes. The response from the Department of the Interior provides information on the Act of Congress approved in 1893 regarding the revision and adjustment of the land sales."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Otoe-Missouria,%20May-Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Affairs of the Otoe and Missouria Tribes, 1894-1938")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a report from the Office of Indian Affairs regarding a matter he was interested in and forwarded it to Honorable Tom Anglin. The report pertained to Section 14 of the Act of April 26, 1906. The Indian Office was unable to locate the original draft of the legislation, but suggested obtaining a copy from the H. R. Document Room. The letter also mentioned briefs filed by B. B. Blakeney, Esq. regarding the status of certain lands within the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Senator Thomas was advised to refer to the enclosed Indian Office letter sent to Honorable Tom Anglin for further information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Affairs and Legislation of 1906")
![["The text provides information about the drilling of a dry hole by Consolidated Oil Co. of Texas in Comanche County, Oklahoma. The drilling commenced on 11-23-25 and was completed on 18-30-25. The total depth of the well was 2112. The text includes details about the formation and casing record, as well as the different layers of rock encountered during drilling."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Drilling Record and Geological Profile: Consolidated Oil Co. McVicker Farm Site, Oklahoma, 1925")
![["Standard Form No. 14A telegram from the Interior Department to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding attorneys fees in the Sawyer case, to be reported at the earliest convenience. Sent from Muskogee, Oklahoma on December 16, 1936."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0013_thumbnail.jpg "1926 Standard Form No. 14A: Government Telegram Regarding Sawyer Case Attorney Fees")
![["The text is a series of letters and a statement from John Moses, a Pawnee Indian, discussing various issues related to employment, land ownership, and relief work at the Pawnee Indian Agency in Oklahoma. Moses requests assistance from Senator Elmer Thomas in ensuring that veterans and Indian individuals are given preference for jobs and raises concerns about the quality of relief cattle and the handling of annuity money. He also describes how the Fair Ground land was leased without full tribal consent."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pawnee,%20Feb.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities and Land Rights for Pawnee Indians in the 1930s")
![["This resolution appropriates $4 billion for relief, work relief, and employment projects in the United States. The funds are to be used at the discretion of the President until June 30, 1937, and come from various sources including the Treasury and unexpended balances from other appropriations. The money is designated for specific projects such as highways, rural rehabilitation, housing, and rural electrification."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1930s Joint Resolution on Appropriating Funds for Relief Purposes and Employment Increase")
![["The text is a letter from Senator Mathews to Senator Thomas, discussing the arrival of the Orque Camel and their upcoming appearance before the home committee. Senator Mathews expresses a desire to meet with Senator Thomas and asks for confirmation about their meeting."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0001_thumbnail.jpg "List of United States Senate Committee on Appropriations Members in 1934")
![["The text mentions a desire to talk about cabbage and kings, as well as Bill 2047. The sender, John Gough Martum, mentions support for the bill with some suggested changes. He also mentions being available for a few more days and signs off as John Gough Martum - 1goJ. There is also mention of meeting with someone named Captain Arthur W. R. Males."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from John Gough Marcum Regarding Bill 2047 and Other Matters")
![["The letter informs Montin that the balance due on a claim for the installation of water supply lines has been allowed in the amount of $155.20. The sender assures Montin that settlement will be made soon and expresses pleasure in assisting with the settlement. The letter ends with Season's greetings."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Letter Regarding Settlement of Earl A. Benson Company's Contract Claim")
![["The letter from George Gibbs to Honorable Elmer Thomas expresses gratitude for suggestions regarding a bill being drafted to benefit Native Americans. It emphasizes the need for opportunities, education, and training for Native Americans to work alongside their white counterparts. The letter also discusses the importance of the Indian Bill Administration and the Wheeler & Howard Act in promoting self-determination and cultural development for Native Americans. The letter seeks support for legislative policies that will help Native Americans realize their full potential as individuals and citizens."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Indian%20Groups,%20Jan.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_13_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and George Gibbs Regarding Indian Legislation and Opportunity")