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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_58_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Live Hog Ceilings in Vinita, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-09-04
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_45_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of Rural Delivery Service from Rose, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-09-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Claims of Choctaw Indian G. V. Merryman, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-10-09
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribal Affairs and Coal Land Sales
- Date:
- 1946-10-23
- 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_053_12_11_14A_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal Lands in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-10-23
- 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_14A_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and Daniel Mitchell: A Discussion on Indigenous Tribe Petitions, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-10-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Meeting Updates Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation Coal-Asphalt Lands in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- 1963 Correspondence: Legal Services Rendered to the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-11-30
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a series of correspondence between George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and the Office of Price Administration in Washington, D.C. Schwabe is addressing concerns raised by buyers of hogs at the Vinita, Oklahoma market who are requesting a higher ceiling price for live hogs, similar to those in Tulsa and Joplin. The Office of Price Administration requests specific information about the Vinita market before they can consider adjusting the ceiling price. Schwabe sends a telegram to the Administrator of the Office of Price Administration requesting information on when a ceiling price will be established for Vinita."]](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_3_58_0000-Price%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_58_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Live Hog Ceilings in Vinita, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a series of letters regarding the establishment of rural delivery service from the office of Rose, Oklahoma. After thorough investigations and efforts by Congressman Schwabe and his office, it has been confirmed that rural route No. 1 will be established, with service to be performed three times a week starting March 17, 1947. The First Assistant Postmaster General, J. M. Donaldson, has provided updates on the progress of the matter. The documents express continued interest and willingness to assist from Congressman Schwabe and his office."]](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_3_45_0000-Post%20Office,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_45_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of Rural Delivery Service from Rose, Oklahoma")
![["The letter dated October 9, 1946 from Elmer Thomas to G. V. Merryman acknowledges that Merryman, a Choctaw Indian living in Phoenix, Arizona, is inquiring about money due to the Indians. The letter states that the matter has been referred to the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs in Chicago, Illinois, and includes a copy of the Indian Claims Commission bill that was recently passed. Thomas promises to provide an update once more information is available. Additionally, a copy of the letter sent to Honorable William Zimmerman, Jr. of the Office of Indian Affairs in Chicago is enclosed, requesting an early report on the matter."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Claims of Choctaw Indian G. V. Merryman, 1946")
![["Mrs. Emmert wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of coal lands belonging to the Choctaw-Chickasaw nations. Senator Thomas responded, stating that no agreement had been reached with the Secretary of the Interior and therefore no sale would be submitted for approval. Mrs. Emmert argued that the land should be sold now for a higher price to benefit the Indian people, and questioned the delay in selling the land. She also mentioned concerns about the appointment of Chief Durant and expressed her support for Senator Thomas based on his past support of Indian people."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribal Affairs and Coal Land Sales")
![["G. V. Merryman wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting information about a payment to be made to the Choctaw Indians. The letter from William Zimmerman, Jr. of the Office of Indian Affairs stated that no immediate payment is planned, as representatives of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations have not reached an agreement with the Secretary of the Interior regarding the sale of coal lands. Merryman expressed concern for elderly Indians in need of the money before they pass away."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal Lands in 1946")
![["The text is a letter from Daniel Mitchell to Honorable Elmer Thomas regarding a petition signed by members of the Cherokee, Creek, Choctaw, and Chickasaw Tribes. The letter expresses concern over violations of treaties and requests redress of grievances to the Senate and Congress. Honorable Elmer Thomas acknowledges the receipt of the petition and assures continued interest in serving Indian citizens."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and Daniel Mitchell: A Discussion on Indigenous Tribe Petitions, 1946")
![["Mrs. Agnes Billey inquired about the sale of coal-asphalt lands of the Choctaw-Chickasaw nation, but was informed that no sale had yet been submitted for approval. The Pontotoc county Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation reelected officers and planned to address important matters such as Indian claims and tribal funds at their upcoming meeting. The organization is working towards obtaining per capita distribution of funds held by the interior department and further progress on the coal-asphalt lands sale deed."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Meeting Updates Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation Coal-Asphalt Lands in 1946")
![["The letter addresses fees due to the estate of Wesley E. Disney for legal services rendered to the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma. It discusses contracts with attorneys, overlapping claims of two tribal groups, and a judgment in Docket No. 337. The letter also mentions a proposed claims attorney contract with the law firm of Pritzker, Pritzker and Clinton. The status of the claims and agreements are detailed for clarification."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20D-F,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_19_0010.pdf "1963 Correspondence: Legal Services Rendered to the Delaware Tribe of Oklahoma")