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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Sale of Choctaw Tribe Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Concerning the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indigenous Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Sale and Mismanagement of Indian Lands, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas and Enoch Needham's Correspondence on the Sale of Native American Lands
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 US Senate Committee on Appropriations: A Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0027
- 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 Frank Stewart on Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Sale and Protection of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The letter is from Sandy Lee Anderson to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the sale of Indian lands, specifically timbered lands in Oklahoma. Anderson expresses concern about the land being sold at its 1912 appraised value without considering its increased value due to 25 years of growth. He also raises issues about the lack of protection of the timber and removal of timber by commercial entities. Anderson requests Senator Thomas to postpone the sale and investigate the matter further."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from Francis Murray to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about the sale of valuable timbered lands belonging to the Choctaw Tribe in Oklahoma. Murray believes that the lands should be sold at their current higher value, rather than the 1912 appraised value, and that mineral rights should be reserved. He also raises concerns about the neglect and unauthorized removal of timber from the lands. Murray requests that the sale be postponed indefinitely for further investigation and adjustment. Senator Thomas assures Murray that he is working with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe to address the issue."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Sale of Choctaw Tribe Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from Wyatt Chipley to Honorable Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands and timber in Oklahoma. Chipley believes that the government has neglected the timber on the land and allowed it to be removed for commercial purposes. He requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and the mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Chipley that he will do what he can to help and cooperate with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from Colbert to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands, specifically timbered lands in Oklahoma. Colbert believes the land is being sold for less than its actual value and that the government has neglected the timber on the land. He requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Colbert that he will do what he can to help and encourages him to continue writing about any matters of interest."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Concerning the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from Lottie A. Conlan, Mike Conlan, and Czarina C. Conlan to Honorable Elmer Thomas, U.S. Senator, expressing concerns about the sale of Indian lands, specifically valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. They feel that the government is not properly valuing the land and timber, and are requesting that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures them that he will do what he can to help and cooperate with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indigenous Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from D.N. Doak to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concerns about the sale of Indian lands, specifically timbered lands in Oklahoma. Doak believes that the lands should be sold at their current value and that the government has neglected the timber on the land. He requests that the sale be postponed until further investigation and adjustment has been made."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Sale and Mismanagement of Indian Lands, 1937")
![["Needham expresses concern about the sale of Indian lands, specifically timbered lands in Oklahoma, at their appraised value from 1912 without considering the growth and value of the timber since then. He requests an investigation into the timber that has been removed from the land and requests that the sale be postponed until mineral rights are reserved. Senator Elmer Thomas assures Needham of his cooperation and assistance in the matter."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas and Enoch Needham's Correspondence on the Sale of Native American Lands")
![["The text is a letter from Elmer Thomas, a member of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations, to Mrs. M. L. Stanton regarding the sale of Indian lands. Thomas mentions receiving protests and cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe to help the Indian citizens. He assures Mrs. Stanton that he will do what he can to assist."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1937 US Senate Committee on Appropriations: A Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands")
![["The letter is from Frank Stewart to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concerns about the sale of Indian lands, specifically valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma. Stewart believes that the government has neglected the timber on the land and allowed it to be removed for commercial purposes. He requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and a fair adjustment is made. He also asks that mineral rights be reserved in the sale. Senator Thomas assures Stewart that he will do what he can to help and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Frank Stewart on Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is a plea from E. B. Turner to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the sale of valuable timbered Indian lands in Oklahoma. Turner expresses concern that the land is being sold at its 1912 appraised value without consideration for the additional value the timber has gained over the years. He also raises objections to the lack of reservation of mineral rights and alleges that the government has neglected and allowed unauthorized removal of timber from the land. Turner requests a postponement of the sale until an investigation and adjustment of the timber removal has been made, and until mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Turner that he will do what he can to help and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe for the benefit of Indian citizens."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Sale and Protection of Indian Lands in 1937")