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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1937-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of S. 670: Appropriation for Osage Tribe Lands
- Date:
- 1937-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Report on Osage Tribe Payment: Attorney General's Recommendation
- Date:
- 1937-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Unallotted Land of Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations
- Date:
- 1937-03-08
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Honorable Mn. Zimmerman Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry
- Date:
- 1937-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribal Land Rights in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-03-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences on Land Rights and Financial Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1937-03-11
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding S.670: Relief for the Osage Tribe of Indians
- Date:
- 1937-03-15
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- A Plea for Private Enterprise: Brief by Zach Lamar Cobb
- Date:
- 1937-03-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Farm legislation--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence on Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Funds
- Date:
- 1937-04-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The letter informs Calvin Perry, Jr. that the Indian Office is not considering per capita payments for the Choctaw Tribe, as it believes using the tribal funds as a revolving fund would be more beneficial. The letter also assures Perry of assistance whenever needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0012_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payments for Choctaw Tribe")
![["The memorandum discusses a bill proposing an appropriation for the Osage Tribe of Indians in the amount of $776,742.03, which was the net proceeds from the sales of Osage lands by the United States. The Attorney General suggests that if Congress decides to make a payment to the tribe, they should refer the matter to the Court of Claims to determine the amount owed after considering set-offs and counterclaims. The memorandum also highlights various set-offs and counterclaims that have been rejected or accepted by the Court of Claims in similar cases. It suggests that Congress should consider reducing the claims of Indian tribes against the United States by the amounts expended by the Government on their behalf."]](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_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of S. 670: Appropriation for Osage Tribe Lands")
![["The Attorney General is responding to a letter from the Acting Director of the Bureau of the Budget regarding a proposed report on a bill to authorize payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians. The Attorney General suggests amending the bill to allow for a set-off amount, reducing the payment to the tribe."]](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_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_44_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Report on Osage Tribe Payment: Attorney General's Recommendation")
![["The letter is from Elmer Thomas to John Craig, acknowledging Craig's offer regarding unallotted land of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Thomas agrees to refer the offer to the Department and suggests they may contact Craig directly. Thomas expresses willingness to be of service."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Unallotted Land of Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations")
![["Elmer Thomas writes to Zimmerman regarding a land purchase inquiry made by John Craig of the Dierks Lumber and Coal Company in Oklahoma. Craig is willing to purchase land in LeFlore, Pushmataha, and McCurtain counties, and Thomas asks Zimmerman to contact him directly about the matter."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Honorable Mn. Zimmerman Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry")
![["Mrs. J. F. Pratt, Jr. writes to Senator Elmer Thomas about the Choctaw-Chickasaw Rights in the Fitts Oil Field. She expresses concern that the money from tribal properties is not benefiting enrolled members of the tribes and urges Senator Thomas to work towards per capita payments for them. She also mentions the struggles of her relatives who are in need of assistance. She requests that Senator Thomas consider their perspective and take action to address these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribal Land Rights in 1937")
![["The text includes correspondence between individuals and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding settlements and funds owed to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian tribes in Oklahoma. There are discussions about legal matters, land disputes, and the need for per capita payments to tribal members. The letters express frustration over delays and the need for action to ensure that the tribes receive what is owed to them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences on Land Rights and Financial Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["The document is a response to a request from Congressman Wesley E. Disney, enclosing a copy of the Attorney General's letter regarding a bill for the relief of the Osage Tribe of Indians, along with a memorandum. It is signed by Alexander Holtzoff, Special Assistant to the Attorney General."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding S.670: Relief for the Osage Tribe of Indians")
![["The document is a brief submitted to Honorable George B. Schwabe, discussing the need to free private enterprise from unilateral laws and penalties, and to enact a one-year statute of limitation. It addresses the issues of government agencies obstructing reconversion and the impact of continued regimentation on private enterprise. The document highlights the importance of production over higher wages in guarding against inflation. It also questions the effectiveness of peace time controls over material and labor. The author emphasizes the need for government to release war-time shackles to allow the country to thrive."]](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_58_0000-Labor,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0002_thumbnail.jpg "A Plea for Private Enterprise: Brief by Zach Lamar Cobb")
![["Schulte inquires about potential per capita payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians, but Senator Thomas advises that the Bureau is not planning any such payments. He suggests that using the funds as a revolving fund would be more beneficial. Schulte seeks further information on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence on Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Funds")