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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1947 Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and William Zimmerman on Indian Children's Education
- Date:
- 1947-10-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Potential Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Information and Updates
- Date:
- 1947-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Questions Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1947-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands
- Date:
- 1947-10-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the House Un-American Activities Committee
- Date:
- 1947-10-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against Un-American Activities
- Date:
- 1947-10-31
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Against the Committee on Un-American Activities
- Date:
- 1947-11-02
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Protest Against Un-American Activities Committee
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Banking law
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea to Congresswoman: Oppose Un-American Committee and Fight Fascism
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Critiques: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Elmer Thomas, a member of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations, acknowledges receipt of a summary chapter from a monograph by Dr. Sheiler Peterson on how Indian children are educated. Thomas expresses appreciation for the chapter and indicates that the complete monograph would be of more than ordinary interest. He thanks William Zimmerman, Jr., Commissioner of the Office of Indian Affairs, for sending the summary."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1947 Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and William Zimmerman on Indian Children's Education")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter regarding the segregated coal and asphalt lands of the Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes. A sale price of $8,500,000 has been agreed upon and a contract is being drawn up. Each enrolled member of the tribes will have an opportunity to vote on the proposed sale. If accepted, Congress will need to appropriate money for the contract price, resulting in a per capita payment of approximately $300. The sender requests more detailed information and asks for advice on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Potential Sale of Segregated Coal and Asphalt Lands: Information and Updates")
![["George W. Walker, from Clifton, Arizona, writes to Congressman Carl Albert from Oklahoma inquiring about the sale of coal and asphalt lands to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. He expresses concern about when the money will be received and asks for more information on the matter. Walker also sends greetings to Albert and his family and expresses admiration for his work in Congress. Albert responds, thanking Walker for his letter and stating that there is still no definite timeline for the sale of the lands. He assures Walker that he will keep him updated on any developments."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Questions Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["The document from Mr. Armstrong to Congressman Carl Albert in November 1947 is regarding the proposed sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal and asphalt lands to the United States. Mr. Armstrong is seeking clarification on the contract, specifically whether it includes a release of all claims against the United States. Congressman Albert informs Mr. Armstrong that the contract only covers the specified lands and mineral interests, and not any other claims the tribes may have. He returns the contract and ballot, and advises Mr. Armstrong to contact their Washington office for further assistance as their McAlester office is closing due to a special session of Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Coal%20and%20Asphalt%20Lands,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_82_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Lands")
![["The document is a protest against the continuation of the House Un-American Activities Committee, urging support for a bill that would abolish the committee. The document criticizes the committee's methods and compares them to those of Hitler, calling for an end to what is described as fascist behavior. The document also expresses support for Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas, who has voted against the committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the House Un-American Activities Committee")
![["The document acknowledges Miss Cole's letter to Congressman Thomas regarding the House Un-American Activities Committee. It mentions that Mrs. Douglas voted against the continuance of the committee and has spoken against it on the floor of the House. The document from the International Association of Machinists, Local Lodge 720-C expresses concerns about the \"Hollywood Red Investigation\" and suggests that cases of treasonable activities be tried in court instead of through the committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against Un-American Activities")
![["The document is from Local 1421, United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers of America, expressing their support for dissolving the House Un-American Activities Committee. They criticize the committee for its fascist methods and call for its immediate liquidation. Helen Gahagan Douglas also expresses her agreement with Local 1421's stand on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Against the Committee on Un-American Activities")
![["The document acknowledges Mrs. Harvey's request for support for the discontinuation of the House Un-American Activities Committee. It mentions that Mrs. Douglas has voted for the discontinuation of the committee and spoken against it on the House floor. Mrs. Harvey is urged to support the Sabath Resolution, H.R. 46, which calls for the abolishment of the Thomas-Rankin Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Protest Against Un-American Activities Committee")
![["The document is urging Helen Collagen Douglas to take a firm stand against the citation for contempt of nineteen individuals, including Thomas and his committee, who are trying to protect their rights and democracy. The writer also asks for help in stopping the Un-American committee from influencing the country."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea to Congresswoman: Oppose Un-American Committee and Fight Fascism")
![["The document is congratulating Mrs. Helen Gahagan Douglas and Mr. Holifield for their actions against communist party members. The writer expresses concern about the influence of the communist party and questions the actions of the Democratic party. The writer also expresses gratitude for their efforts in protecting freedoms."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Critiques: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas")