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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Act Authorizing Sale of Pawnee Reservation and Establishment of New Reservation in Indian Territory
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_51_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concern for the Future of Junior College Course at Haskell Inst.
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939), 74th (1935-1937), 76th (1939-1941)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding the Creation of an Indian Museum and Educational Pictorial Map
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Indian Relic Preservation and Museum Development in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and Mrs. Walter A. Henricks Regarding Indian Committee Exhibit
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding a Museum Exhibit and Conference Attendance
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Introducing the Educational Pictorial Map of New York's Indian Episodes
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_141
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Plan and Profile of Proposed State Highway Federal Aid Project Number E-296 "F," Harper County, U.S. Highway Number 64
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_88
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Plan and Survey, Medicine Park Golf Links
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Housing--Oklahoma, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Henricks' Potential Participation in Washington Convention and Expenses
- Date:
- 1935-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The Act authorizes the sale of the Pawnee Reservation in Nebraska with the consent of the Pawnee tribe. The lands will be appraised and sold in separate tracts of 160 acres, with a minimum price of $2.50 per acre. The sale will be conducted through public auctions, with patents issued to purchasers upon full payment. Funds from the sale will be used to defray expenses and support the Pawnee tribe. A portion of the proceeds will be credited to the tribe, with interest, and a separate reservation in Indian Territory will be set aside for their use. Allotments of land will be made to individual tribe members, with conditions for obtaining patents."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Act Authorizing Sale of Pawnee Reservation and Establishment of New Reservation in Indian Territory")
![["The document is expressing concern about rumors that the Junior College course at Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kansas may be discontinued. The writer believes that this course is a valuable opportunity for Indian youth to continue their education and urges the recipient to advise the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to keep the course. It is signed by George Roberts."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Concern for the Future of Junior College Course at Haskell Inst.")
![["Elmor Thomas informs Mrs. Henricks that he has sent a letter to Dr. Parker in hopes of securing funds for the construction of a museum as planned. He also encloses a copy of the letter. The text also describes a new pictorial map about Indian episodes of New York, designed by Arthur C. Parker and Mrs. Walter A. Henricks, available for purchase for $1.00."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding the Creation of an Indian Museum and Educational Pictorial Map")
![["The text discusses the importance and challenges of small history museums, particularly those maintained by historical societies. It emphasizes the need for convergence of activities such as collecting, preserving, exhibiting, illustrating, and educating to create successful museums. The text also highlights the interest of the public in history and the potential for historical societies to capitalize on this interest. It mentions the value of properly arranged displays of historical material and the role of museums in social betterment. The text also includes correspondence between Dr. Arthur Parker and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the preservation of Indian relics and museum displays."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Indian Relic Preservation and Museum Development in 1935")
![["Mrs. Henricks received a letter from Elmer Thomas, the Director of the Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences, inviting her to visit the Indian Committee in Washington and provide suggestions for the exhibits. She is asked to confirm her visit dates and is assured that her expenses will be covered. Mrs. Henricks expresses interest in the museum work and requests information on Thomas' availability in Washington."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and Mrs. Walter A. Henricks Regarding Indian Committee Exhibit")
![["The text is a letter from Mrs. Wallin A. Henricks to Senator Elmar Thomas discussing the possibility of arranging an Indian exhibit in the Senate Committee's room. Mrs. Henricks expresses her interest in museums and offers to bring in prominent museum people for consultation. She also requests financial assistance from the Indian bureau to cover expenses for the trip."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding a Museum Exhibit and Conference Attendance")
![["A pictorial map titled Indian Episodes of New York has been released by the Rochester Museum Press, featuring unique and educational content related to the history of New York. The map is praised for its design and color, with accompanying information available in a handbook. The map is available for $1.00 and can be purchased from Mrs. Walter A. Henricks in Penn Yan, N.Y."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Introducing the Educational Pictorial Map of New York's Indian Episodes")
![["Create a concise and logical summary: This blueprint/site map, produced by the State of Oklahoma Department of Highways, illustrates county lines and the lengths of projects measured in feet and miles. Map dimensions: not specified."]](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_141_thumbnail.jpg "Plan and Profile of Proposed State Highway Federal Aid Project Number E-296 \"F,\" Harper County, U.S. Highway Number 64")
![["Create a concise and logical summary using the title from the TITLE column (CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_88) and the text in the summary. Summary: Two blueprints created by W. C. Burnham illustrate the yardage distances between the Government Military Reservation and the golf plan. Dimensions of the map: Not specified."]](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_88_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Plan and Survey, Medicine Park Golf Links")
![["The letter is a response from Senator Elmer Thomas to Dr. A. C. Parker regarding the payment of expenses for Mrs. W.A. Henricks to come to Washington in connection with a convention. Senator Thomas mentions that there are no funds available for her expenses unless the Indian Office is willing to cover them. He also discusses the success of the Indian Arts Project in New York and suggests expanding it throughout the United States."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Henricks' Potential Participation in Washington Convention and Expenses")