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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002
- 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 Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between W. M. Gallagher and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the Handling of Individual Indian Moneys in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Testimonies and Proceedings of the Hearing Regarding the Will of Charles Mashunkashey, Osage Allottee No. 464, Deceased
- Date:
- 1935-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Rotary Club's Appeal Against the Abolishment of the Special Disbursing Agent's Office in Pawhuska, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1935-04-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Osage Indian Mineral Rights Earnings from 1901-1935
- Date:
- 1935-06-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Tuition Appropriations in Oklahoma Schools, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation, Osage Nation
- 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_45_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Resolution No. 18-220 of the Osage Tribal Council Regarding Tribal Affairs and Federal Supervision
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The letter is a thank you note from Senator Thomas to Chief Lookout and the Pawhuska Tribe for visiting Washington. The Senator expresses pleasure in extending courtesies and offers assistance. Thanks are also given to F. N. Edwards for his appreciation of the visit."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Jan.-June.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe")
![["The letter from W. M. Gallagher to Senator Elmer Thomas discusses the handling of Individual Indian Moneys in Oklahoma, suggesting that moving the payment of these funds elsewhere could have negative consequences for the state. Gallagher believes that the Treasury Department may not want to undertake this task. Senator Thomas acknowledges the suggestion and promises to give it attention."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Disbursing%20Office,%20Apr.-Jun.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between W. M. Gallagher and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the Handling of Individual Indian Moneys in 1935")
![["The text discusses the ongoing issues and challenges faced by Native American tribes, particularly in Oklahoma and the Navajo reservations. It highlights the push for legislation to protect Indian rights and address issues such as exploitation and lack of resources. The consolidation of various programs under one leader on the Navajo reservations is also discussed as a step towards progress. Opposition from special interests and political obstacles are hindering the implementation of beneficial measures for Native Americans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress")
![["This is a transcript of a hearing regarding the will of Charles Mashunkashey, an Osage allottee who has passed away. Witnesses testify regarding the character of Margaret Mashunkashey, the widow and proponent of the will, as well as the home environment before and after her marriage to Charles. The witnesses speak about the relationship between Margaret and Charles, their living conditions, and the moral and Christian values upheld in the home. The hearing involves various attorneys representing different parties involved in the case."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Mashunkasey,%20Charles,%20Jan.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Testimonies and Proceedings of the Hearing Regarding the Will of Charles Mashunkashey, Osage Allottee No. 464, Deceased")
![["The letter is in response to a resolution passed by the Rotary Club of Pawhuska regarding a possible change in the Disbursing Office in the Osage Agency. The letter states that the change is being made as a result of an Executive Order and there is little that can be done. However, the writer expresses willingness to help in any way possible. The resolution urges the Secretary of the Interior, Secretary of the Treasury, and Oklahoma Senators and Congressmen to not abolish the department and remove it from Pawhuska."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Disbursing%20Office,%20Apr.-Jun.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Rotary Club's Appeal Against the Abolishment of the Special Disbursing Agent's Office in Pawhuska, Oklahoma")
![["Willis L. Smith requested information from the Department of the Interior regarding the amount of money paid to the Osage Indians for their mineral rights. The total amount received by the Osage Indians from oil and gas operations up to June 30, 1935, was $252,769,947.31. The request was made through Honorable Elmer Thomas, United States Senate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Jan.-June.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Osage Indian Mineral Rights Earnings from 1901-1935")
![["The first letter is a response from Elmer Thomas to Elmer Petree regarding Indian tuition for the Five Civilized Tribes and Quapaw's. Thomas advises Petree to contact the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency for more information. The second letter is from Elmer Petree to Elmer Thomas, expressing concern that Osage County has not received Indian Tuition money for schools like other counties in Oklahoma and requesting Thomas to take up the matter with the Indian Department."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Tuition Appropriations in Oklahoma Schools, 1935")
![["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")
![["An Osage Indian named Hay-Shock-ey married Maude Grayum of Tulsa and they were looking for a Spanish-style house to buy. They faced legal issues in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with their interpreter and maid being released from jail. Maude was unsure about dropping a lawsuit against authorities. They rented an apartment and planned to have a good home with land for Hay-Shock-ey's horse. They also planned to visit Hot Springs for his stomach ailment. Hay-Shock-ey seemed amused by the situation and did not speak English, while Maude did not speak Osage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum")
![["The Osage Tribal Council has resolved to inform various government officials about the responsibilities and financial arrangements relating to the Osage Tribe, specifically regarding roads, education, health services, and mineral resources. They emphasize the importance of continued federal supervision of Osage trusts until mineral resources are fully utilized."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Osage%20Indians,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_18_86_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution No. 18-220 of the Osage Tribal Council Regarding Tribal Affairs and Federal Supervision")