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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1921 Western Union Telegram Instructions and Correspondence
- Date:
- 1921-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Fay Ragland's Lease and Political Interference
- Date:
- 1921-06-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Western Union Telegram Service Guide and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Correspondence Regarding the Assignment of the Pleasant Porter Lease to the Childress Royalty Company
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Decoding Western Union Telegraph Messages and Symbols: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Communication Regarding Sawyer Case: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Transcripts of Telegraphic Communications Between Elmer Thomas and Tom Anglin in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraphic Correspondence Regarding Tax Status of Former Vice President Chas. Curtis's Allotment
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Western Union Telegram Service Instructions and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-04-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Western Union Telegram Service Instructions and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-06-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The document is a series of correspondences regarding the lease of land near the Concho Indian School in El Reno, Oklahoma. It includes discussions about bidding on the lease, pricing, and the involvement of various individuals in the process. There are also references to potential conflicts of interest and requests for caution in getting involved in the lease process."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0000-Ragland,%20Fay,%201921/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1921 Western Union Telegram Instructions and Correspondence")
![["The document is a telegram regarding bidding on a sand lease. The sender instructs the recipient to wire their bid to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and mentions that all bids may be rejected. The sender also suggests waiting until September to bid and advises the recipient to get in touch before making the next bid."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0000-Ragland,%20Fay,%201921/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Fay Ragland's Lease and Political Interference")
![["The text is a template for sending a telegram through Western Union. It includes options for different classes of service, such as domestic, cable, day letter, night message, etc. It also includes instructions for patrons to check the desired class of service, and the names of company executives. The specific message being sent is a protest against an election, to be delivered to Geo Bancroft in Tuba City, Arizona."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Service Guide and Sample Message")
![["The text is a series of telegrams discussing the assignment of the Pleasant Porter lease to Childress Royalty Company. The messages mention the paperwork being sent back for additional information and approval from the Department. The final message indicates that the papers have been received and are awaiting the Secretary's approval."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Correspondence Regarding the Assignment of the Pleasant Porter Lease to the Childress Royalty Company")
![["The text is a message sent via Western Union regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill and its passage. The sender is requesting information on whether the bill passed and when it will become effective. The message was received in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is signed by John Hugh Chambers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Decoding Western Union Telegraph Messages and Symbols: A Historical Document")
![["The company will receive feedback from 113 patrons regarding its services. The text includes information about different classes of service, symbols used in telegrams, and the filing and receiving times for telegrams. The message received is from a U.S. Senator regarding attorney fees in a case, which will be reported at the earliest convenience. The text also mentions that sending money via telegraph or cable is the quickest, surest, and safest way."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Communication Regarding Sawyer Case: A Historical Document")
![["The text is a series of telegrams exchanged between various individuals arranging for meetings and conferences. The messages are sent using different classes of service, such as day letters, night letters, and deferred cables. The senders are confirming dates and times for meetings and requesting communication from recipients. The telegrams are signed by R.B. White, Newcomb Carlton, and J.C. Willever, who are the President, Chairman of the Board, and First Vice-President, respectively."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Transcripts of Telegraphic Communications Between Elmer Thomas and Tom Anglin in 1935")
![["The text is a template for sending a telegram regarding the location of former vice president Chas. Curtis' allotment on tax rolls. It provides instructions on class of service desired and includes the sender's information and recipient's information. It also mentions the availability of Western Union messengers for delivery of notes and packages."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraphic Correspondence Regarding Tax Status of Former Vice President Chas. Curtis's Allotment")
![["The text is a template for sending a telegram through Western Union, specifying different classes of service such as full rate, deferred, and night message. It also includes the names and positions of the company officials. The message being sent relates to a discussion with Commissioner Collier."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201936-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Service Instructions and Sample Message")
![["This text is a form for sending a telegram through Western Union, with options for different types of service desired. It includes information about the importance of checking the class of service desired before sending the message. The message being sent is regarding efforts to prevent transfer of disbursement agencies from Oklahoma to Kansas City."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Service Instructions and Sample Message")