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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter to the Senate Committee of Indian Affairs: A Proposal for Homeless Indians
- Date:
- 1936-11-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Assistance with Indian Project
- Date:
- 1936-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Elmer Thomas' Letter to John Collier Regarding Joe Umber's Communication, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Leon S. Hirsh and Virginia Smith Regarding Land Rights of Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Flexibility in Indian Education: A 1936 Field Letter from the U.S. Office of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1936-11-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Joe S. Ellis Regarding Terracing of Farmland in Oklahoma, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Service in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Concerns About Adair County Resettlement Project
- Date:
- 1936-11-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1936-12-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the North Shore Route Issue: Letters to Honorable Ernest Lundeen and Honorable Vm. Zimmerman, December 8, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-12-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The text is a letter from W. W. Hastings to Senators Elmer Thomas and Will Rogers regarding the purchase of land for homeless Indians. Hastings suggests buying land in communities where Indians already live, providing 20 acres for 50-60 families to create a community center with a school and church. He recommends placing a man and woman in charge to supervise and advise the families on farming, health, and housework. Hastings emphasizes the importance of providing resources like books, clothing, and lunches to ensure regular attendance at the school."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Relief%20Measures,%20Apr.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter to the Senate Committee of Indian Affairs: A Proposal for Homeless Indians")
![["The letter is dated November 13, 1936, from Elmer Thomas to Joe Umber regarding an Indian project in McCurtain, Oklahoma. Thomas acknowledges Umber's concerns and states that he will follow up with the Indian Office to provide assistance and will update Umber when he has more information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Assistance with Indian Project")
![["Elmer Thomas is writing to Commissioner John Collier of the Indian Office, enclosing a letter from Joe Umber of McCurtain, Oklahoma. Thomas requests Collier's consideration of the letter and any information he can provide on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Elmer Thomas' Letter to John Collier Regarding Joe Umber's Communication, 1936")
![["Leon S. Hirsh writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting assistance in a legal matter involving oil wells on tribal lands. He proposes a lawsuit to recover funds for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. Hirsh expresses a desire for a part-time position with the Department of Justice to pursue the case and suggests that Thomas could benefit from association with the litigation. Virginia Smith, on behalf of Senator Thomas, acknowledges receipt of the letter and assures that it will be brought to Thomas's attention upon his return to Washington."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Leon S. Hirsh and Virginia Smith Regarding Land Rights of Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The text discusses the importance of flexibility in Indian education, highlighting the need for adapting teaching methods and schedules to meet the specific needs of students. It also mentions the creation of a State Superintendent of Indian Education for Montana, the appointment of a new principal at Fort Sill School, and the promotion of J.C. McCaskill to Assistant Director of Education in the Indian Service."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Flexibility in Indian Education: A 1936 Field Letter from the U.S. Office of Indian Affairs")
![["Joe S. Ellis is seeking assistance from Honorable Elmer Thomas regarding the terracing of Indian land he has an agricultural lease on in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma. He is looking for a way to have the land properly terraced without the Indians having to make sacrifices or him having to spend too much money. Senator Thomas suggests contacting the local authorities in Stillwater or the Shawnee Agency for assistance with the terracing project. Ellis is open to spending some money on the project but is seeking advice on how to proceed without incurring significant costs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Joe S. Ellis Regarding Terracing of Farmland in Oklahoma, 1936")
![["The text discusses the terms and conditions of sending telegrams through Western Union, including different classes of service such as full-rate cables, night letters, day letters, and ship radiograms. It also explains the liability of the company for mistakes or delays in transmission and delivery of messages. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired to avoid full-rate transmission."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Service in 1936")
![["Carson wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the abandonment of a resettlement project in Adair County. Senator Thomas reassured Carson that funds would be found to continue the project and advised him to contact him if any issues arise. Senator Thomas also informed Carson that he had discussed the matter with Zimmerman and that the project would proceed as planned."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Concerns About Adair County Resettlement Project")
![["Blackhawk writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting information and assistance with a project involving mineral waters in Guthrie, Oklahoma. He explains his experience as a masseur and his desire to run a bath house to support his family. He asks for government assistance under the TOMAS-ROGERS Indian welfare bill and expresses willingness to pay back any financing. He mentions previous correspondence with Congressman Will Rogers and requests a prompt response from Senator Thomas."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Relief%20Measures,%20Apr.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma")
![["Senator Lundeen wrote to Elmer Thomas asking for assistance in the matter of the North Shore Route with the Indian Office. Elmer Thomas responded, indicating that he will take up the matter with the Indian Office and requesting immediate consideration and action. Elmer Thomas also forwarded Senator Lundeen's letter to William Zimmerman at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, asking for the matter to be looked into and given prompt consideration if feasible and proper."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the North Shore Route Issue: Letters to Honorable Ernest Lundeen and Honorable Vm. Zimmerman, December 8, 1936")