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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Affairs of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribes and Disposal of Mineral Deposits
- Date:
- 1946-02-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0009
- 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 of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Lands
- Date:
- 1946-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Coal-Asphalt Land Sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Olive Leeper and Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Choctaw Indian Tribe Leadership
- Date:
- 1946-04-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_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 Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-17
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Land Disposition in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["P.W. Cole is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas about the disposal of coal and asphalt deposits belonging to the Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribes. Senator Thomas advises Cole to contact the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes in Muskogee regarding the matter. Cole expresses the tribes' interest in the disposal of the land and hopes for a favorable outcome."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Affairs of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribes and Disposal of Mineral Deposits")
![["The document discusses the Indian Claims bill and the need for a fair way to handle Indian claims. The writer, George B. Schwabe, expresses support for a tribunal to hear and pass upon claims, as endorsed by both major political parties. He acknowledges the challenges in determining which Indians or tribes are entitled to the money and seeks input on alternative solutions. Schwabe emphasizes the importance of fair dealing between the Indians and the United States and the need to prevent grafting by unscrupulous lawyers and promoters."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change")
![["Mrs. G.A. Lovett is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to recommend J. H. Belvin for appointment as Principal Chief of the Choctaw tribe. Belvin is described as a hardworking and educated Choctaw who was selected by the Choctaw people at a tribal meeting. Senator Thomas responds, stating that the appointment does not need Senate confirmation and recommends writing directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0013_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["Mrs. Blanche Maxwell wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas asking for information about the sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal and asphalt lands. Senator Thomas responded that the matter is in the hands of the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes and suggested contacting A. M. Landman for updates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Lands")
![["Underwood sent a letter to Senator Thomas on behalf of the Choctaw Indians, regarding a resolution passed at a meeting. The letter acknowledges receipt of the resolution and states that it has been placed on the Senator's desk for his attention when he returns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946")
![["Elmer Thomas received a letter from Andy Young expressing interest in the sale of coal-asphalt land of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation. Thomas forwarded Young's letter to the Office of Indian Affairs for an update. He also received a letter from Jack Love inquiring about the status of the land sale, to which Thomas explained the process and current situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Coal-Asphalt Land Sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation in 1946")
![["Miss Olive Leeper wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas on March 22, 1946, suggesting the appointment of J.H. Belvin as the new Chief of the Choctaw Indian Tribe, replacing Durant. Senator Thomas responded on April 2, 1946, thanking Miss Leeper for her suggestions and assuring her that her views will be taken into consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Olive Leeper and Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Choctaw Indian Tribe Leadership")
![["Sturdivant inquired about the status of the proposed sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw coal and asphalt deposits. The Secretary of the Interior is considering a report on the value of the deposits. Once a contract is agreed upon and signed by tribal officials, it will be presented to the tribes for approval and then to Congress for final approval. Senator Thomas will keep Sturdivant updated on the progress of the sale."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits, 1946")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the appointment of J.H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. The letters explain that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and that the position does not have to be confirmed by the Senate. The writers express their interest in Indian affairs and ask for support in recommending Belvin for the position."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["Mrs. Jake Moseley is inquiring about the sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw coal and asphalt lands, and Senator Elmer Thomas suggests contacting Indian Office officials for information. Mrs. Moseley also asks about payments to Chickasaw Indians for their mineral rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Land Disposition in 1946")