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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas Investigates California Indian Land Disputes and Discusses Political Climate
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Class of Service in Western Union Telegraph Communication: A Historical Document from 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_11_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Cherokee Indian Mission's Application for Barracks Buildings: Letters Between C.A. Vammen and Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_103
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Drainage Map of Washita River and Tributaries
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Water resources development--United States, WaterwaysUnited States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_104
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- U.S. Survey Work on Deep Fork River Dam (Nuyaka Quadrangle)
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Water resources development--United States, WaterwaysUnited States
- 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_9A_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding Indian Relief Efforts in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1935-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Testimonies and Proceedings of the Hearing Regarding the Will of Charles Mashunkashey, Osage Allottee No. 464, Deceased
- Date:
- 1935-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0024
- 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 Neglect of Indian Cemeteries
- Date:
- 1935-01-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Senator Elmer Thomas visited San Diego to investigate the California Indian problem as chairman of the senate Indian affairs committee. He criticized the government for not respecting treaty rights of the Indians and discussed the need for higher price levels. He expressed hope for President Roosevelt's reelection but acknowledged the challenges he would face. The main cause of discontent among California Indians is the loss of land due to encroachments. Senator Thomas also praised the city's Exposition and expressed interest in securing funds for a permanent Indian exhibit."]](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_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas Investigates California Indian Land Disputes and Discusses Political Climate")
![["The text is a communication regarding the authorization of work on a water main at the Kiowa Hospital. It includes instructions to prepare specifications and proceed with the work. The message is urgent due to the approaching hot and dry weather. The Western Union gift orders are also mentioned as a solution for gift-giving."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9B_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Class of Service in Western Union Telegraph Communication: A Historical Document from 1935")
![["The text is a series of correspondences regarding an application made by C. A. Vammen, Superintendent of the Cherokee Indian Mission in Oakes, Oklahoma, for barracks buildings located on the Pryor Prisoner of War Camp to be used for educational purposes. The application is being reviewed by the War Assets Administration and the Office of Real Property Disposal, with an advisory report from the U.S. Office of Education awaited. The eligibility and discount amount cannot be determined until the recommendations are received. The letters assure that the application will receive full consideration and hope for a favorable decision to assign the property to the Cherokee Indian Mission. Senator Elmer Thomas is requested to influence the War Assets Administration in favor of the application."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee%20Indian%20Mission,%20Dec.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_11_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Cherokee Indian Mission's Application for Barracks Buildings: Letters Between C.A. Vammen and Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["Chart by W.C. Burnham: This chart illustrates drainage from dams, rights-of-way for each county along the Washita River, and associated costs. 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_103_thumbnail.jpg "Drainage Map of Washita River and Tributaries")
![["A topographical map (corrected from topographical) created by Major G.C. Dobson of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 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_104_thumbnail.jpg "U.S. Survey Work on Deep Fork River Dam (Nuyaka Quadrangle)")
![["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 from Flinchum to Elmer Thomas, requesting assistance in securing mules for the Indians in his area. Flinchum is asking for advice on how to allocate funds or materials for the distribution of the mules. Elmer Thomas responds, advising Flinchum to contact the Superintendent of the Agency for assistance in executing the relief effort."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding Indian Relief Efforts in Oklahoma")
![["This is a transcript of a hearing regarding the will of Charles Mashunkashey, an Osage allottee who has passed away. Witnesses testify regarding the character of Margaret Mashunkashey, the widow and proponent of the will, as well as the home environment before and after her marriage to Charles. The witnesses speak about the relationship between Margaret and Charles, their living conditions, and the moral and Christian values upheld in the home. The hearing involves various attorneys representing different parties involved in the case."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Mashunkasey,%20Charles,%20Jan.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_19_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Testimonies and Proceedings of the Hearing Regarding the Will of Charles Mashunkashey, Osage Allottee No. 464, Deceased")
![["H. E. Wrinkle is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas on behalf of the Lions Club of El Reno regarding the poor conditions of the Indian cemetery at Concho, which contains the graves of early well-known Indian chiefs. Wrinkle is requesting legislation to provide a caretaker and record keeper for the cemetery, and offers to provide any information needed. Senator Thomas responds, expressing his willingness to investigate and make suggestions for improvements."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding the Neglect of Indian Cemeteries")