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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_9_262
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Ward and Precinct Map, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_9_263
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Ward and Precinct Map, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on the Osage Civilization Fund Bill
- Date:
- 1937-02-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_58_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Honorable Tom Anglin and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Jackson Barnett Estate Case, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Opposition to Indian Commissioner John Collier
- Date:
- 1937-02-06
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Report on H.R. 3611
- Date:
- 1937-02-08
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- 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_59_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Assistance in a Legal Case Involving Cherokee Treaties and Land Disputes
- Date:
- 1937-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Support: Osage Civilization Fund Bill
- Date:
- 1937-02-17
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Administration and Protection of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Timber Lands in Oklahoma, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The document represents a map item is a historical map of Wards 1 through 4 and their precincts in Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Precincts are inscribed with y.s and no.s as well as numbers, which appear to be the outcome of a vote; the precincts that had more no votes are marked with red Xs. On verso of map, there are names inscribed. Two documents were attached to this map including another map. The first document (262-1) consists of a table of precinct numbers, wards, chairpersons, and persons making contact. The second document (262-2) is a smaller sheet of paper listing the number of precincts lost and won in each ward with totals. Historical map; 18 1/2 x17 1/16 inches; Inscriptions (within precincts; black pen; red pencil); Inscriptions (verso; black pen; blue pen; pencil) on verso of names."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_9_262_thumbnail.jpg "Ward and Precinct Map, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma")
![["The document represents a map item is a historical map of Wards 1 through 4 and their precincts in Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Each ward is color-coded by-hand. Historical map (color); 18 1/2 x17 inches; Shading (crayons, drawing materials; green, yellow, purple, blue)."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_9_263_thumbnail.jpg "Ward and Precinct Map, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma")
![["Attorney F.W. Files inquires about the Osage Civilization Fund Bill to Congressman Wesley E. Disney, who responds saying he has reintroduced the bill and will work to secure its passage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Update on the Osage Civilization Fund Bill")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is responding to a letter from Tom Anglin regarding the Barnett matter. He reassures Anglin that the Indian Office is proceeding with the case despite protests from Tulsa claimants. Thomas expresses hope that the case can be resolved quickly and offers his assistance. Anglin, on behalf of the Jackson Barnett Estate, thanks Thomas for his support and asks for his help in addressing protests to contracts between fullblood claimants. Anglin believes that only the Siah Barnett heirs have a right to the estate and urges for a quick resolution to the litigation. Both Thomas and Anglin express gratitude for each other's assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_58_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Barnett,%20Jackson,%20Jan.,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_58_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Honorable Tom Anglin and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Jackson Barnett Estate Case, 1937")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Honorable E. C. Johnson regarding communications from the American Indian Federation, which is opposed to Indian Commissioner John Collier. The Committee on Indian Affairs, of which Senator Thomas is Chairman, has no power to dismiss or interfere with Collier's operations. Similar complaints will be heard at the next Committee meeting and Senator Johnson's advice is requested. Senator Johnson forwarded a letter from the American Indian Federation to Senator Thomas for his reactions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Opposition to Indian Commissioner John Collier")
![["Wesley E. Disney is requesting a report on the bill H.R. 3611, which he recently introduced, from the Chairman of the Committee on Indian Affairs, Honorable Will Rogers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Report on H.R. 3611")
![["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")
![["Johnson, an attorney, writes to Senator Elmer Thomas seeking information on treaties between the Cherokee Tribe and the United States for a case involving Mrs. Minnie B. Allen's interest in her late husband's allotted lands. He alleges that the sale of the land to another party was void and seeks legal information to support his case in court. He also mentions the political affiliation of Mrs. Allen and her family as Democrats who have supported Senator Thomas in the past. He asks for assistance but acknowledges the Senator's busy schedule."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_59_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee,%20Feb.-Nov.,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_59_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Assistance in a Legal Case Involving Cherokee Treaties and Land Disputes")
![["The document from the Osage Indian Agency in Oklahoma is asking Representative Wesley Disney to support Senate Bill 670, which authorizes an appropriation to pay the Osage Civilization Fund. The agency requests early and favorable action on the bill by the House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Support: Osage Civilization Fund Bill")
![["John Craig has inquired about the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribal timber lands in Oklahoma, expressing concern about theft and lack of protection for the timber. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs explains that due to the impracticality of administering and protecting the lands, there is consideration to sell off unutilized tracts to purchase more beneficial lands for the Tribes. Senator Elmer Thomas is informed of these developments and is asked for any suggestions."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Administration and Protection of Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Timber Lands in Oklahoma, 1937")