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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_60_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Letter from U.S. Senate Committee on The District of Columbia Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-02-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Chief William A. Durant of the Choctaws, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Salary Disputes of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Regarding the Sale of Native American Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-05-08
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Protesting the Sale of Choctaw Tribe Timber Lands in 1937: Letters to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1937-06-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_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 Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_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 Sale and Preservation of Native American Land in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0002
- 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 Indigenous Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Controversy of 1937 Timber Land Sales on Indian Reservations
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The text is a letter from William H. King, Chairman of the Committee on the District of Columbia Bureau of Indian Affairs , to Elmer Thomas, a United States Senator, expressing gratitude for a recent communication regarding Cherokee Indians in King's state. The letter also includes well wishes for Thomas's recovery from a recent illness."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_60_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokees%20of%20North%20Carolina,%20Feb.,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_60_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Letter from U.S. Senate Committee on The District of Columbia Bureau of Indian Affairs Regarding Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma")
![["The letter from Elmer Thomas informs William A. Durant that a copy of his appointment has been sent to David Budros. It also states that the affidavit of Durant's appointment was received on April 5 and the receipt was mailed to the Department of Interior on April 6. Thomas hopes Durant has received his first month's service payment and sends his regards."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Chief William A. Durant of the Choctaws, 1937")
![["The text is a series of communications between Honorable W. A. Durant, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, and various officials regarding the issuance of duplicate authorization for the payment of his salary. Chief Durant is requesting prompt action on the matter and seeking clarification on why his salary has not been paid. Senator Elmer Thomas is mentioned as being involved in resolving the issue."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Salary Disputes of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation in 1937")
![["The text includes letters addressing concerns about the sale of Indian lands, specifically timbered lands in Oklahoma. The writer expresses dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the timber and requests an investigation and adjustment before any sale takes place. The text also mentions insolvency issues with several banks in Oklahoma. Senator Elmer Thomas is mentioned as being involved in addressing these matters."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Regarding the Sale of Native American Lands in 1937")
![["Several individuals, including Gardner, are protesting against the sale of timber lands belonging to the Choctaw people, as they believe the price is too low and the land should be sold in smaller units. They are requesting a new appraisal and are asking for the reservation of mineral rights. They are seeking the help of Senator Elmer Thomas to address their concerns and prevent the sale of the land."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Protesting the Sale of Choctaw Tribe Timber Lands in 1937: Letters to Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["Mrs. Lavera Fisher writes to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. She believes that the land, appraised in 1912, should have increased in value over the years and objects to the sale at the 1912 appraisal value. She also raises concerns about the lack of reservation of mineral rights and the removal of timber from the land. She requests the Senator's careful consideration and postponement of the sale. Senator Thomas responds, assuring Mrs. Fisher that he has filed protests and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe to address the issue."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in Oklahoma")
![["William Keel, an Indian, expresses concern to Senator Elmer Thomas about the sale of valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma. He believes that the government is not properly caring for the property rights of the Indians and is selling the land at an unfair price without reserving mineral rights. Keel urges Senator Thomas to investigate the matter and postpone the sale indefinitely. Senator Thomas responds that he has received protests regarding the sale and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe to address the issue."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale and Preservation of Native American Land in 1937")
![["The letter is a request from an Indian to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas to postpone the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state, as the timber has grown in value since its appraisal in 1912 and the government has neglected to protect it. The Indian also requests that mineral rights be reserved and an investigation be conducted before the sale proceeds. Senator Thomas responds, assuring that he will do what he can to help."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indigenous Lands in Oklahoma")
![["Three letters have been written to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concerns about the sale of valuable timber lands belonging to the Indians. The letters highlight the unfairness and injustice of selling the land at its appraised value from 1912 without considering the growth and value of the timber over the years. The writers also raise concerns about the lack of reservation of mineral rights and the unauthorized removal of timber from the land. They urge Senator Thomas to postpone the sale and conduct a thorough investigation before proceeding."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Controversy of 1937 Timber Land Sales on Indian Reservations")
![["Presley writes to Senator Thomas expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands, specifically valuable timbered lands, without proper consideration of their current value. He requests a postponement of the sale and highlights the need to reserve mineral rights on the property. Senator Thomas assures Presley of his cooperation and assistance in addressing the issue."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")