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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mail Rate Changes and Personal Life Updates in 1921
- Date:
- 1923-01-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Navajo Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Thomas Smith's Transfer to Riverside School, Anadarko, Oklahoma, 1923
- Date:
- 1923-02-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 68th (1923-1925)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_51
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- District of Columbia, Schools
- Date:
- 1930-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 71st (1929-1931)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_2
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Floor Plan of Proposed Administration Building for the Field Artillery School, Fort Sill, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1931-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Pawnee Tribal Council: A Letter from Joseph B. Thoburn
- Date:
- 1931-06-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appointment of Robert D. Baldwin as Superintendent of Haskell Institute
- Date:
- 1931-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Wyandotte Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Pawnee Agency Lands: Title and Leasing Rights
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Education, Higher--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937), 76th (1939-1941), 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Terms and Conditions of Telegraph and Cable Services by Western Union
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Assessing the Academic Achievement of Indian Children in Federal, Public, and Mission Schools: A Three-Year Study
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs on Irrigation and Education Plans for Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne Arapaho Schools
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Senator Fred R. Harris wrote to Mr. Juan Martine, President of the Ramah Navajo School Board, enclosing a progress report from the Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a new school project. Mr. Martine had previously contacted the Bureau about delays in the project. The Bureau reported that preliminary planning work had been done, including a water feasibility report and preparation of educational specifications. Additional funds would be needed from Congress to complete the design drawings, with construction expected to take several years. The Ramah Navajo people were willing to consider alternate sites with water availability for the new school. Senator Harris assured Mr. Martine that he would continue to follow up on the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0000-Ho/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_78_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mail Rate Changes and Personal Life Updates in 1921")
![["The document is from Thomas Smith, an engineer with the United States Indian Service, requesting Congressman Gensman's help in transferring him back to Oklahoma from Browning, Montana. Smith explains that he had difficulties with his current principal and would like to return to work under a former principal at the Riverside School near Anadarko. Smith asks Gensman to speak to Mr. Burke about allowing him to transfer at the end of the school year."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0000-D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Thomas Smith's Transfer to Riverside School, Anadarko, Oklahoma, 1923")
![["Coverage map by John J. Noonan: This map illustrates the distances of segregated schools in the Washington D.C. area and includes a Humiliating Facts sheet. Dimensions: 30 1/2 x 35 3/8."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_51_thumbnail.jpg "District of Columbia, Schools")
![["Blueprint by G.M. Drew and Private D.A. Hawkins: This document consists of 4 sheets measuring 33 x 34, including a page of notes and datum. Annotations on the first page note that all sinks shown are acid-resistant, provided by Alberine Stone Co., New York City. Dimensions: 33 x 34"]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_2_thumbnail.jpg "Floor Plan of Proposed Administration Building for the Field Artillery School, Fort Sill, Oklahoma")
![["The author expresses interest in supporting the Pawnee Tribal Council in their efforts to secure a claim against the United States Government, but is currently occupied with work at the Historical Society. They plan to focus on their writing after leaving the Society at the end of the month. The author is willing to support anyone who takes on the responsibility of handling the Pawnee claim and expresses a desire to return to private life to focus on writing. They also express a willingness to aid Mr. Roberts in his service to his people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Pawnee Tribal Council: A Letter from Joseph B. Thoburn")
![["The document discusses the issue of maintaining a junior college at Haskell Institute for Indian youth. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs states that it is not necessary as Indian students can succeed in existing colleges and universities. A new superintendent, Robert D. Baldwin, has been appointed to Haskell Institute. The document also addresses concerns about educational opportunities for Indian youth and the Department's commitment to developing such opportunities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Appointment of Robert D. Baldwin as Superintendent of Haskell Institute")
![["The document discusses a delegation of Pawnee Indians who requested payment for delegation expenses and clarification on the ownership of Pawnee Agency Lands. The delegation was informed that payment for expenses would require consent from the tribe and approval from the Secretary of the Interior and the President. The Court of Claims decision confirmed that the title to the school and agency lands belonged to the Pawnee tribe. The government holds these lands for agency and school purposes, but some may be leased for oil and gas purposes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Pawnee Agency Lands: Title and Leasing Rights")
![["The text provides information about the different classes of service offered by Western Union for sending telegrams and cables, including domestic, night, day, and ship radiograms. It also outlines the terms and conditions for sending messages, including liability limitations, delivery options, and special terms for each type of service. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired to ensure proper transmission of their message."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Department,%20Apr.-Aug.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Terms and Conditions of Telegraph and Cable Services by Western Union")
![["The text summarizes the results of a three-year program testing the achievement of Indian children in federal, public, and mission schools. The program found that the problems in Indian schools are more complex than those in non-Indian schools, and that progress is being made towards educational goals for Indian children. The study aims to provide useful information for teachers and administrators to improve educational programs for Indian children."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Assessing the Academic Achievement of Indian Children in Federal, Public, and Mission Schools: A Three-Year Study")
![["The Education Division of the United States Department of the Interior's Office of Indian Affairs is planning small-scale irrigation schemes at Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne and Arapaho schools in western Oklahoma. The goal is to improve agricultural conditions by providing water to garden crops during dry periods. The Education Division believes it is important for young Indians to participate in constructing and planning the irrigation systems."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs on Irrigation and Education Plans for Fort Sill, Riverside, and Cheyenne Arapaho Schools")