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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Navajo Matter
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Notice Regarding Change in Sealed Bids Schedule - October 6, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Delays in the Choctaw-Chickasaw Claims: 1936
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence on Improvements and Progress at Kiowa Hospital and Fort Sill Indian School
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Inheritance Laws for the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Leasing Regulations for the Five Civilized Tribes Reservation, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-02-11
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and The Atoka Agreement Association Regarding Unfulfilled Agreements with the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-02-26
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences over Financial Aid to the Seminole Tribe in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-03-11
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Title Transfer of Indian Hospital to the Federal Government
- Date:
- 1936-03-31
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Transfer of Indian Hospital Title to Federal Government: A Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and R.I. Hestiaga
- Date:
- 1936-03-31
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The letter is from a member of the Committee on Agriculture and Forestry, thanking Senator Elmer Thomas for his attention to a matter concerning the Navajo people. The writer expresses appreciation for the information provided and thanks Senator Thomas on behalf of the people in their state."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Navajo Matter")
![["The text is a telegram regarding a message to be sent to Senator Elmer TH and Colonel H.G. House. The message is about Commissioner Collier advising the department is unwilling to authorize a change in sealed bids for the lease of Gale Choctaw-Chickasaw right of way. Senator Anglin has also been advised. The telegram also mentions that the quickest, surest, and safest way to send money is by telegraph or cable."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Notice Regarding Change in Sealed Bids Schedule - October 6, 1936")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is inquiring about the progress of a report to be submitted by the General Accounting Office in connection with the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nations vs. United States case. The delay in filing the report is causing a standstill in the case, and Senator Thomas is seeking assistance in expediting the report to move the case forward. The plaintiffs are frustrated by the delays and hope for a resolution soon."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Delays in the Choctaw-Chickasaw Claims: 1936")
![["The letter is written by C.E.D. Campbell, Chairman of the Indian Affairs Committee in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the progress at Kiowa Hospital Training School and Fort Sill Indian School. Campbell also mentions the need for funds to build a modern school building and dormitory at Fort Sill Indian School, as well as the importance of planting fruit trees and completing landscaping at the institutions. Senator Thomas responds with updates on the plan for drilling an Artesian well at the Fort Sill Indian School. Additionally, Campbell reaches out to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, John Collier, for information on the progress of the plan."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John+William+Elmer+Thomas+Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_39_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Education,+Bacone+College,+1936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence on Improvements and Progress at Kiowa Hospital and Fort Sill Indian School")
![["The letter from the Office of Indian Affairs to Senator Elmer Thomas explains the status of lands inherited by the Five Civilized Tribes Indians. It outlines the restrictions on the sale and partition of lands inherited by restricted Indians and full-blood heirs. The letter also mentions that lands inherited by Indians of less than full-blood are not subject to partition under certain acts. The letter includes information on specific acts and regulations related to the inheritance of lands by the Five Civilized Tribes Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Inheritance Laws for the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The text is a series of letters discussing the leasing regulations for the Five Civilized Tribes Reservation. Senator Elmer Thomas is inquiring about the delay in issuing regulations for agricultural and grazing leases executed by restricted members of the Tribes. There is frustration expressed over the lack of clarity and timeliness in the process, with a request for expedited action on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Leasing Regulations for the Five Civilized Tribes Reservation, 1936")
![["The letter is from the Atoka Agreement Association of Jefferson County to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing frustration over the delay in settling debts owed to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians by the government. They urge Senator Thomas to use his influence to expedite the process and fulfill the agreements. Senator Thomas responds, acknowledging the issue and promising to help in any way he can."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and The Atoka Agreement Association Regarding Unfulfilled Agreements with the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Chili Fish, the Assistant Chief of the Seminole Tribe, inquiring about a per capita payment to the tribe. The Office of Indian Affairs responded, stating that the money cannot be paid out per capita without authorization from Congress and should be used for the general benefit of the tribe. Chili Fish requested assistance from Senator Thomas in securing the payment, as the tribe is in dire circumstances. Senator Thomas forwarded the report to the Office of Indian Affairs for further information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seminole,%20May-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences over Financial Aid to the Seminole Tribe in 1936")
![["The letter is in response to a query about the title of the Indian Hospital being conveyed to the Government by the City of Tahlequah. While a favorable opinion on the title was given, further proof of the authority of the Mayor and City Council to execute the deed is required. This process is not holding up the work on the project, but it may take up to sixty days before a bid for the contract can be advertised and accepted. Senator Elmer Thomas assures continued efforts in support of the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Title Transfer of Indian Hospital to the Federal Government")
![["The letter confirms that a favorable opinion was rendered on the title to the Indian Hospital being conveyed to the government, but further proof is required to show that the Mayor and City Council have authority to execute the deed. Despite this, the project is still moving forward and it may take around sixty days before a bid for the contract can be advertised. Senator Elmer Thomas expresses willingness to continue supporting the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Transfer of Indian Hospital Title to Federal Government: A Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and R.I. Hestiaga")
