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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Chickasaw-Choctaw Asphalt and Coal Lands Settlement: A 1946 Exchange between Senator Elmer Thomas and J. L. Coffee
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0029
- 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 Chickasaw and Choctaw Coal and Asphalt Lands
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Suggestions for Addressing the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce at Ada
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Atoka Agreement and Tribal Estate Adjustment
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-05-04
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0007
- 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 Choctaw Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Principal Chief Appointment of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Important Telegram Regarding Loan Approval for Indian Electric Cooperative
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Approval: Loan for Indian Electric Cooperative
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Financial Telegrams: Loan Approvals and War Bond Purchases
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["J.L. Coffee writes to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding a settlement for the Chickasaw Tribe's asphalt and coal lands. Senator Thomas explains that a law was passed in 1944 for the government to purchase these deposits, and once a contract is drawn up and approved by the tribes, it will be sent to Congress for consideration. Senator Thomas assures Coffee that he is working to get the contract ratified and the necessary funds allocated. Coffee expresses his interest in the settlement and asks for information on the progress being made in Congress."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Chickasaw-Choctaw Asphalt and Coal Lands Settlement: A 1946 Exchange between Senator Elmer Thomas and J. L. Coffee")
![["Eddie Durant in Millerton, Oklahoma is inquiring about the sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw coal and asphalt lands. Senator Elmer Thomas suggests contacting Indian Office officials for information on the disposition of the lands. Another letter from an individual in Washington is requesting information on ownership of Choctaw lands and immediate payments for coal. The sender hopes Senator Thomas will take special interest in the matter."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw Coal and Asphalt Lands")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Samuel B. Pettengill of America's Future, Inc. Schwabe expresses his opposition to the OPA (Office of Price Administration) and shares poll results showing that the majority of people in his district, especially in rural areas, are against the continuation of OPA controls. He also criticizes the OPA's administration and lack of integrity. Schwabe suggests that Pettengill should address the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce courageously and fairly on the issue of OPA controls. The document also mentions a previous correspondence between Pettengill and Max Schwabe, who praised Pettengill's work on \"Free Prices and Full Employment.\""]](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_3_53_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Suggestions for Addressing the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce at Ada")
![["Mrs. G. Horton sent a postcard to Elmer Thomas regarding the Atoka Agreement concerning the purchase of asphalt and coal deposits from the Chickasaw-Choctaw Tribes of Indians. Elmer Thomas explains that the contract is being drawn and will be submitted to the tribes for consideration and vote. He states that he will work to get the contract ratified by Congress and the necessary funds appropriated once approved. Mrs. Horton requests that old debts be paid and expresses her desire for the agreement to be upheld."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Atoka Agreement and Tribal Estate Adjustment")
![["The letter is from an enrolled Choctaw Indian asking Senator Elmer Thomas to recommend J. H. Belvin for the position of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. The appointment is not a legislative matter and is generally made upon recommendation and approval of the Senate. The appointment is made by recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The letter dated May 6, 1946, from Elmer Thomas to Wallace Dixon discusses the recommendation of J. H. Bevin for Principal Chief of the Choctaws. It explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior and that the position does not require Senate confirmation. The letter advises Dixon to write directly to the Secretary of the Interior about the matter. Additionally, a group of enrolled Choctaw Indians and intermarried individuals also express their recommendation for Bevin as Principal Chief in a separate letter."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Principal Chief")
![["The letter is a response to Calvin C. Perry, Jr.'s inquiry about the appointment of J. H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Senator Elmer Thomas explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and the position does not require Senate confirmation. He suggests that Perry write directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further information. Additionally, there is a request for per capita payments for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians in Oklahoma."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Principal Chief Appointment of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document is a telegram sent by A. N. Williams, the President of a company, to M. V. Covey, the President of Indian Electric Cooperative. Williams informs Covey that a loan of $390,000 has been approved for their cooperative by the Rural Electrification Administration. Williams offers further 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/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Important Telegram Regarding Loan Approval for Indian Electric Cooperative")
![["An official message from George B. Schwabe to James Flemming informing him that a loan of $390,000 has been approved for the Indian Electric Cooperative in Cleveland, Oklahoma. The loan will cover the construction of an electric line in Osage County. Flemming is invited to seek further 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/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Approval: Loan for Indian Electric Cooperative")
![["The document is about sending a telegram to request the purchase of war bonds and to inform about a loan approved for Indian Electric Cooperative. It also mentions a loan for Osage County from the Rural Electrification Administration."]](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_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Financial Telegrams: Loan Approvals and War Bond Purchases")