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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0022
- 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 Hilliard W. Denison as Mining Inspector of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-02-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Settling Native American Claims Against the Government in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Endorsement and Recommendation Letters for Hilliard Dennison's Government Appointment in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-03-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of 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_63_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Dierks Lumber & Coal Company's Application to Purchase Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Timber
- Date:
- 1936-05-15
- 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_32_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence between Mrs. Argie Whitthorne and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Aid for Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-09-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Leon S. Hirsh and Virginia Smith Regarding Land Rights of Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Land Dispute Involving Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes and the Choctaw-Chickasaw Electric Railway Company
- Date:
- 1936-12-22
- 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_34_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-12-22
- 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_63_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Illegal Timber Cutting on Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Lands
- Date:
- 1936-12-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Honorable Ira Rone endorses Hilliard W. Denison for the position of Mining Inspector of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations, but is informed by Senator Elmer Thomas that the appointment will not be available until June. Senator Thomas appreciates the endorsement and will keep Denison in mind for the position."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Hilliard W. Denison as Mining Inspector of the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations, 1936")
![["Mrs. Lela Hulsey wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas about the Indian claim against the government, expressing the need for the debt to be settled. She mentioned that the Department of Justice is delaying the case, and requested assistance in getting the money owed to the Indians. Senator Thomas responded, assuring Mrs. Hulsey that he will do his best to help."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Settling Native American Claims Against the Government in 1936")
![["Gussie Wynn, Vice-Chairman of the League of Young Democrats in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, writes to Senator Elmer Thomas endorsing Hilliard Dennison for a government position. She highlights Dennison's qualifications and requests consideration for his appointment. Senator Thomas forwards the endorsement to the Democratic National Committee and promises to assist Dennison in securing a transfer to a position in New Mexico. Captain Hans Kramer is also contacted to support Dennison's request for a transfer to the Conchas Dam Project for personal reasons."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Endorsement and Recommendation Letters for Hilliard Dennison's Government Appointment in 1936")
![["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 letter from Elmer Thomas to Dierks Lumber and Coal Company acknowledges receipt of their application to purchase timber from the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Thomas states that he will advise them further when he has more information. The reply from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs acknowledges the receipt of Thomas's letter and states that the matter is under consideration, with further updates to follow."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Dierks Lumber & Coal Company's Application to Purchase Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Timber")
![["Mrs. Argie Whitthorne writes to Senator Elmer Thomas urging him to secure immediate aid for the Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians who are suffering due to a severe drought. Senator Thomas responds, assuring her of his efforts to help and stating that he has requested an allocation of funds for the Tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_32_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence between Mrs. Argie Whitthorne and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Aid for Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes")
![["Leon S. Hirsh writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting assistance in a legal matter involving oil wells on tribal lands. He proposes a lawsuit to recover funds for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. Hirsh expresses a desire for a part-time position with the Department of Justice to pursue the case and suggests that Thomas could benefit from association with the litigation. Virginia Smith, on behalf of Senator Thomas, acknowledges receipt of the letter and assures that it will be brought to Thomas's attention upon his return to Washington."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Leon S. Hirsh and Virginia Smith Regarding Land Rights of Five Civilized Tribes")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from John Jones of Keota, Oklahoma regarding a suit involving the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes and the Choctaw-Chickasaw Electric Railway Company. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs, William Zimmerman, responded, stating that there was no identified suit against the railway company mentioned by Jones. It was mentioned that a suit involving a railroad right of way strip and oil and gas leases was dismissed, and it may be necessary to bring a suit to clear title to the strip. Revenue from the disposal of the strip will belong to the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes unless determined otherwise by the courts. Jones' letter was returned to Senator Thomas with a copy of the response."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Land Dispute Involving Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes and the Choctaw-Chickasaw Electric Railway Company")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from James R. Spain inquiring about per capita payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes. The Office of Indian Affairs responded, stating that per capita payments were not planned and that the funds would be used for a more constructive purpose. The letter from the Office of Indian Affairs was forwarded to Spain for his information."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding Per Capita Payments to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["The text consists of a series of letters between Senator Elmer Thomas, John Craig, and the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding the illegal cutting of timber from land belonging to the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Senator Thomas promises to address the issue with the Indian Office and the officials of the Choctaw Nation. Craig expresses interest in purchasing the remaining tribal timber lands and requests that his offer be transmitted to the proper officials. The Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs acknowledges Craig's offer and states that if the tribal timber lands are to be sold, he will be provided with a copy of the advertisement to submit a bid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Illegal Timber Cutting on Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Lands")