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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Settlement of Cherokee and Choctaw Indian Claims, 1936
- Date:
- 1935-12-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions
- Date:
- 1935-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter Regarding Annual Payments to Five Tribes Indians
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0023
- 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 Hilliard W. Denison Regarding the Appointment of Coal and Asphalt Mine Trustee for the Choctaw and Chickasaw
- Date:
- 1936-01-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- 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_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_038_8_32_20_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Transfer of Land Ownership from Creek Indian to Heirs: A Legislation Request
- Date:
- 1936-06-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the settlement of claims of the Cherokee and Choctaw Indians and the possibility of a per capita payment. The Court of Claims rendered decisions unfavorable to the Cherokee Indians, and no payment is anticipated. For the Choctaw Indians, a per capita payment of $5.00 is considered, but it is believed that conserving the funds for the general benefit of the tribe is more important at this time. The letters acknowledge communication from Senator Elmer Thomas and inform John L. Richerson of the status of the claims."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee%20Indians,%20Mar.-May,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Settlement of Cherokee and Choctaw Indian Claims, 1936")
![["The text is a letter requesting support for the repurchase and preservation of the Choctaw Council House in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma. The building is of historical significance to the Choctaw Nation and efforts are being made to raise funds for its restoration and maintenance. The letter appeals for donations and emphasizes the importance of preserving this historic site for future generations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 1935")
![["Wright writes to Senator Thomas informing him that resolutions passed by the Choctaw Council regarding taxation of restricted land have not yet been received by him. He requests an additional copy to bring it to the Senator's attention. Senator Thomas responds, stating that he has been away from Washington and has not yet had the chance to go through his accumulated mail, but assures Wright that he will address the matter as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions")
![["Mrs. Pearl Sellers inquired about funds due to the Five Tribes Indians in a letter to Senator Thomas. Per capita payments are authorized for the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes under the Act of February 14, 1920. The Act of June 19, 1934 provides for the payment of the Greek judgement fund to members of the Creek Tribe. The funds of the Seminoles can only be expended upon appropriations made by Congress. Assistant Commissioner F.H. Daiker responded to Mrs. Sellers' inquiry."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter Regarding Annual Payments to Five Tribes Indians")
![["Denison is inquiring about the appointment of the Coal and Asphalt Mine Trustee for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations to Senator Elmer Thomas. Senator Thomas responds that the appointment will not be available until June and assures Denison that he will keep the matter in mind."]](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_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Hilliard W. Denison Regarding the Appointment of Coal and Asphalt Mine Trustee for the Choctaw and Chickasaw")
![["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")
![["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")
![["The text is a series of letters and resolutions regarding the transfer of 80 acres of land formerly owned by George Jones, a Creek Indian, to his heirs. The land was initially conveyed to the United States in trust for Adam Jones, George's son, but the Creek Tribe now wishes to transfer the title to his heirs. However, there is currently no authority for the sale or disposal of the land, and the only way to transfer the title would be through legislation. The resolution and proposed bill are enclosed with the letters for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0000-Interior,%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Indians,%20G-L,%201963/CAC_CC_038_8_32_20_0039.pdf "Transfer of Land Ownership from Creek Indian to Heirs: A Legislation Request")