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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Deferred Payment to Otoe and Missouria Tribe of Indians in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-03-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_30_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Telegraph Communication Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1936-03-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Indian Division Advocates in the 1930s
- Date:
- 1936-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation, Shawnee Tribe, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_47_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from John Q. Chambers to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Need for Radium Water at U.S. Indian Service Hospital
- Date:
- 1936-04-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence from E. E. Parsons & Company to Miss Pool Regarding Indian Affairs Audit Proposal
- Date:
- 1936-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence to F.K. Smith Regarding Proposed Audit and Senator Elmer Thomas' Assistance
- Date:
- 1936-04-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes Claims
- Date:
- 1936-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Construction of an Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_116
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma Highways as They Are Today
- Date:
- 1936-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Sales and Bidding Procedures
- Date:
- 1936-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The letter is regarding a payment to the Otoe and Missouria Tribe of Indians, which has been deferred until the Fall by the Tribal Business Council. The Office of Indian Affairs confirms that no authority has been given to make the payment at this time. Senator Elmer Thomas has forwarded inquiries about the payment to the Department of the Interior for a direct response to Charlie B. Harper."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Otoe-Missouria,%20May-Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_52_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Deferred Payment to Otoe and Missouria Tribe of Indians in 1936")
![["The text is about a telegram regarding a matter being taken up with the Indian Office, with a request for clarification on the status of the matter from Honorable John Collier, Commissioner of Indian Affairs. The sender is Elmer Thomas and the recipient is Hillie Marcus. The telegram emphasizes the importance of checking the class of service desired for the message to be transmitted correctly."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_30_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20California,%20Mar.-Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_30_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Telegraph Communication Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from E. H. Labelle regarding the establishment of a sewing room for Indian women in Osage County. Labelle also mentioned R. B. Weaver and requested help in finding him a steady job. Senator Thomas promised to look into these matters and keep Labelle updated. Another letter from David Puckee inquired about the withholding of 20% of wages for relief work, which was explained by the Superintendent of the Potawatomi Agency in a report. Senator Thomas assured Puckee of his assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Relief%20Measures,%20Apr.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Indian Division Advocates in the 1930s")
![["John Chambers is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to request help in getting Radium Water installed at the U.S. Indian Service Hospital in Claremore, Oklahoma. He explains that the city of Claremore has not provided the water as required by Congress, and that it would greatly benefit the afflicted patients at the hospital. Chambers expresses gratitude for Senator Thomas' past help and asks for assistance in this matter. He also mentions that he has spoken to several Indians who agree that Radium Water would be beneficial to the hospital."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_47_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from John Q. Chambers to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Need for Radium Water at U.S. Indian Service Hospital")
![["The text is a letter from F. K. Smith to Miss Pool, thanking her for her kindness during his visit to Washington, D.C. He mentions receiving a file on a proposal for an audit in Indian affairs and asks if Senator Thomas has spoken to Zimmerman about it. He signs the letter F. K. Smith."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Department,%20Apr.-Aug.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence from E. E. Parsons & Company to Miss Pool Regarding Indian Affairs Audit Proposal")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a previous letter and expresses appreciation for a recent visit. It also mentions assistance with a proposed audit of Indian guardianship cases and assures help will be provided. Senator Thomas is mentioned as willing to meet with Zimmerman. The letter ends with hopes for a future visit to Washington and well wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Department,%20Apr.-Aug.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence to F.K. Smith Regarding Proposed Audit and Senator Elmer Thomas' Assistance")
![["The text is a letter from the Chairman of the Committee on Indian Affairs in the United States Senate, responding to a letter inquiring about lease district claims for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. The Chairman states that the claims will be heard before the Court of Claims soon, and they are confident of a favorable decision. The recipient will be informed of the decision once it has been made."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Regarding Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes Claims")
![["The text consists of correspondence between various individuals regarding the construction of an Indian hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The Office of Indian Affairs has approved preliminary plans for the project and anticipates soliciting bids for construction soon. Senator Elmer Thomas and D.O. Scott are actively involved in expediting the process and ensuring that the funds allocated for the hospital are not wasted. Senator Thomas is requested to inquire about the status of the title approval from the Department of Justice."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Construction of an Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936")
![["Create a concise and logical summary: This entry describes a transportation map featured in a newspaper published by the Daily Oklahoman. 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_116_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma Highways as They Are Today")
![["The writer expresses disappointment in the response to their previous letters regarding payment of past due taxes on Indian lands purchased at sales supervised by the Five Civilized Tribes Agency. They criticize the sliding scale bid procedure as unfair and potentially corrupt, and question the effectiveness of the Superintendent's decisions. They also mention the need for additional clerical help in the Muskogee office. The Assistant Commissioner acknowledges the concerns raised and explains the process for determining the best interests of the Indian land owner in sales."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Sales and Bidding Procedures")