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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Streamlining International Air Travel: Cutting Red Tape for Worldwide Flights
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Destruction of Certain Records at the Five Tribes Agency
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Observations on the Educational Conditions in the Navajo Reservation, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0009
- 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 Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Lands
- Date:
- 1946-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Telegram Regarding Talihina Indian Hospital Funding
- Date:
- 1946-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Hamilton & Kane and George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding Tribal Delegation Limitations and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1946-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on Osage Indian Affairs in Washington
- Date:
- 1946-03-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. G.A. Lovett is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to recommend J. H. Belvin for appointment as Principal Chief of the Choctaw tribe. Belvin is described as a hardworking and educated Choctaw who was selected by the Choctaw people at a tribal meeting. Senator Thomas responds, stating that the appointment does not need Senate confirmation and recommends writing directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0013_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["A government committee in Washington is working to simplify customs, immigration, and health inspection procedures for international air travelers. They hope to allow travelers to plan trips on short notice, reduce delays in compliance with rules, and simplify paperwork required for flights across borders. The goal is to make overseas air travel easier and more efficient. The committee is also working with other countries to standardize documents and procedures for international air travel."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Streamlining International Air Travel: Cutting Red Tape for Worldwide Flights")
![["The letter is a response to a request for information regarding the destruction of records at the Chicago offices. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs states that the papers destroyed were reports, letters, and miscellaneous matter related to Indian lands, hospital reports, and petitions for schools. The destruction was authorized by Congress under HR-1680, and the Superintendent followed the proper procedure for reducing federal files to meet space limitations. The Commissioner believes that there was nothing of particular importance in the records destroyed, but some papers may have value to the Historical Society."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Destruction of Certain Records at the Five Tribes Agency")
![["The letter discusses the poor educational conditions of the Navajo Reservation and requests assistance from Senator Elmer Thomas. Senator Thomas expresses willingness to help and mentions the difference in education between Oklahoma Indians and Navajos. A report on the Navajo Reservation schools is enclosed, and there is a commitment to continue helping the Navajo people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201946-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Observations on the Educational Conditions in the Navajo Reservation, 1946")
![["Mrs. Blanche Maxwell wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas asking for information about the sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal and asphalt lands. Senator Thomas responded that the matter is in the hands of the Superintendent of the Five Civilized Tribes and suggested contacting A. M. Landman for updates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Lands")
![["The document includes a series of telegrams regarding a potential cut in funding for the Talihina Indian Hospital, with requests for verification and further information on the matter. The senders express concern and urge for no cuts to be made in the hospital's appropriation."]](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_1_93_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Talihina%20Hospital,%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_1_93_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Telegram Regarding Talihina Indian Hospital Funding")
![["The document is from Wm. S. Hamilton to George B. Schwabe, thanking him for his letter regarding the visit of representatives of the Osage Council to Washington. Hamilton also mentions a wedding in Nowata and praises Schwabe's work as a congressman. Schwabe responds, explaining the purpose of the Osage Council's visit to Washington and his involvement in their meetings with government officials. Hamilton also informs Schwabe of the Osage Council's presence in Washington and offers assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Interior,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Hamilton & Kane and George B. Schwabe")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Tennyson Berry, a Kiowa-Apache Indian, protesting the Office of Indian Affairs' decision to limit the tribal delegation to one member from each tribe due to budget constraints. The letter explained that although some tribes had enough funds to pay for a larger delegation, Congress had placed limitations on the expenditure of tribal funds for council and delegation expenses. The Office of Indian Affairs had requested a supplemental authorization for additional funds, but it had not been approved yet. Berry expressed disappointment in the decision and requested Senator Thomas' support in securing more funds for the delegation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding Tribal Delegation Limitations and Indian Affairs")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Frank McCoy discusses the visit of Osage Superintendent, Tribal Attorney, and members of the Osage Council to Washington. They were primarily interested in the Huleh Dam project and appeared before a House subcommittee on appropriations. Schwabe assures McCoy that the visit was not related to legislation affecting the Osage Indians and their interests. McCoy is encouraged to reach out for any further information or assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Interior,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Osage Indian Affairs in Washington")
![["Underwood sent a letter to Senator Thomas on behalf of the Choctaw Indians, regarding a resolution passed at a meeting. The letter acknowledges receipt of the resolution and states that it has been placed on the Senator's desk for his attention when he returns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946")