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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1938 Telegram: Urgent Request for Subcommittee Hearings on Navajo Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1938-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Communication from 1938: Elmer Thomas' Response to Senator Dennis Chavey
- Date:
- 1938-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_4
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Guide Map of Washington, D.C.
- Date:
- 1938-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_84
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Rock Island Lines, Route of the Rockets
- Date:
- 1938-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- 1938 Correspondence: Approval of Works Progress Administration Projects in Oklahoma's 4th Congressional District
- Date:
- 1938-01-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- 1938 Letter Regarding Congressman Boren's Approval of a Rebuilding Project in Paden, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1938-01-17
- Creator:
- Boren, Lyle H., 1909-1992
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_007_2_13_41_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lyle H. Boren Collection
- Title:
- 1938 Correspondence between Works Progress Administration and Okemah Daily Leader Regarding Infrastructure Projects in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1938-01-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Osage Civilization Fund Bill: A Letter from Mr. D to Mr. Holloway
- Date:
- 1938-02-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Osage Civilization Fund Bill: A Request for Information
- Date:
- 1938-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Passage of Osage Civilization Fund Bill $670
- Date:
- 1938-04-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The text is a telegram sent to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the Navajo Indians being upset about general conditions and administrative policy. The sender suggests that a subcommittee hold hearings and investigate the matter in the field. They also suggest that Senator Thomas take a break in New Mexico."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201936-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1938 Telegram: Urgent Request for Subcommittee Hearings on Navajo Indian Affairs")
![["This text is a telegram requesting to send a message to United States Senator Dennis Chavey in New Mexico. The sender, Elmer Thomas, informs the Senator that he is unable to conduct hearings at the moment and will not be able to visit his section until after the November election. He appreciates the invitation and expresses interest in vacationing in New Mexico."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201936-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Communication from 1938: Elmer Thomas' Response to Senator Dennis Chavey")
![["Transit map: A comprehensive guide to the streetcar and bus lines in Washington, D.C., featuring detailed bus routes and fares. Dimensions: 26 x 37."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_4_thumbnail.jpg "Guide Map of Washington, D.C.")
![["Create a concise and logical summary: This tourist map, produced by the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Co., highlights specific routes along the Rock Island railroad and features company advertisements for various tourist destinations. Dimensions: not specified."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_84_thumbnail.jpg "Rock Island Lines, Route of the Rockets")
![["The Works Progress Administration projects for the 4th Congressional District of Oklahoma have been designated eligible by the President and are subject to review by the Comptroller General. These projects can be operated at the discretion of the State Works Progress Administrator, and further information can be obtained from the Oklahoma State Works Progress Administrator. The projects include construction, reconstruction, improvement, and aid in various public facilities, but federal funds cannot be used for land purchase. The attached sheet lists specific projects in Okfuskee County and Hughes County."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0000-(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women%201939-1942/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1938 Correspondence: Approval of Works Progress Administration Projects in Oklahoma's 4th Congressional District")
![["Congressman Lyle H. Boren secured funding for a project to rebuild a county garage in Paden, Oklahoma, with a federal allocation of $3,787. A letter was sent to Quinton Griffith informing him of this development."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0000-(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women%201939-1942/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1938 Letter Regarding Congressman Boren's Approval of a Rebuilding Project in Paden, Oklahoma")
![["The letter is from Quinton to Lyle, discussing a letter received from Senator Thomas and thanking Lyle for the information. The second part of The document is a letter from G. E. Textor to Congressman Lyle H. Boren regarding Works Progress Administration projects in Oklahoma. The projects are described in detail, including personnel authorized for each project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lyle%20H.%20Boren%20Collection/Subject%20Files,%201935-1946-CAC_CC_007_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_007_2_13_41_0000-(WPA),%20Okfuskee%20County,%20Okemah%20Pecan%20Bowl%20Association,%20Projects,%20Roads,%20Schools,%20and%20Women/thumbnails/CAC_CC_007_2_13_41_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1938 Correspondence between Works Progress Administration and Okemah Daily Leader Regarding Infrastructure Projects in Oklahoma")
![["Mr. Holloway, a member of the Osage tribe, is writing to Mr. Disney to inquire about the Osage Civilization Fund Bill and the possibility of it being passed in Congress. Mr. Disney responds, explaining that the bill is facing opposition in the House, particularly from Congressman Cochran, and the chances of it passing are slim. He assures Mr. Holloway that he will continue to work towards getting the bill passed, despite the challenges."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Osage Civilization Fund Bill: A Letter from Mr. D to Mr. Holloway")
![["The document is a thank you note from Mr. Eddie Penn to Wesley E. Disney regarding the Osage Civilization Fund Bill. Mr. Penn expresses gratitude for efforts to obtain favorable action on the bill and requests information about it. He also requests to receive the Congressional Record and thanks Disney for his support of the Osage 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_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_45_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Osage Civilization Fund Bill: A Request for Information")
![["Charles J. Kappler, an attorney, wrote a letter to Congressman Disney urging him to get the Speaker to recognize him under suspension of the rules to call up the Osage Civilization Fund Bill, S. 670. He enclosed correspondence between the Osage Council and Congressman Cochran regarding the bill. The Osage Tribe is in need of financial assistance and Chief Lookout believes the passage of the bill is justified. Congressman Cochran, however, opposes the bill and does not agree to its passage, stating that he cannot support it. Harry Kohpay, Assistant Chief of the Osage Indians, responds to Cochran's opposition by explaining the history and importance of the fund to the Osage Tribe, and requests a meeting with Cochran to discuss the matter further."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Passage of Osage Civilization Fund Bill $670")