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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions
- Date:
- 1935-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Indian Hospital Construction in Shawnee, Oklahoma, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0014
- 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 California Power Company's Claim to Transfer of Title from Cherokee Tribal Council
- Date:
- 1935-12-28
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_9_0000_4_109
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- "Overview of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Authorized Projects (1936 - 1952)"
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_40
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Wilburn Cartwright Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma State Highway System
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- TransportationUnited StatesMaps
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_26
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Wilburn Cartwright Collection
- Title:
- State Of Oklahoma Highways
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- TransportationUnited StatesMaps
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_2_13_6
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- The Importance of Fundamentals: A Letter from Wm. H. Murray
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Murray, William H. (William Henry), 1869-1956
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- Declination of Request for Support in Political Campaigns
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- The Murray Clan Genealogy: A Letter from a Descendant
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Murray, William H. (William Henry), 1869-1956
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- The Texas Indian Wars: Tales of Courage and Survival from U D T Murray
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Murray, William H. (William Henry), 1869-1956
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Wright writes to Senator Thomas informing him that resolutions passed by the Choctaw Council regarding taxation of restricted land have not yet been received by him. He requests an additional copy to bring it to the Senator's attention. Senator Thomas responds, stating that he has been away from Washington and has not yet had the chance to go through his accumulated mail, but assures Wright that he will address the matter as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions")
![["Dr. J. E. Walker writes to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding A. C. Davis's interest in the construction of a hospital for Indians in Shawnee. Senator Thomas responds, stating that contracts for such projects are awarded through governmental procedures and that Davis should contact the Indian Office for more information. The Democratic Central Committee also writes to Senator Thomas in support of Davis, highlighting his qualifications and loyalty to the Democratic party. They request that Senator Thomas consider Davis for the hospital project and other potential work in the state."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Indian Hospital Construction in Shawnee, Oklahoma, 1935")
![["The text is a telegram discussing a communication from the Indian Office regarding the transfer of title by the California Power Company. The Indian Office states that there is no Cherokee Tribal Council in existence and believes that the title cannot be obtained. The sender, Elmer Thomas, encloses a letter from Assistant Commissioner William Zimmerman and Superintendent Lendman, confirming this information. Thomas wishes the recipient, Scott Ferris, a Happy New Year and good health, happiness, and prosperity."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding the California Power Company's Claim to Transfer of Title from Cherokee Tribal Council")
![["The document outlines the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' authorized projects, including reservoirs, dams, and military installations across several states. The projects, some completed and others under construction, were authorized by various Acts of Congress between 1936 and 1950. The document also includes detailed geographical coordinates and a legend to interpret the map symbols. Key projects include the Optima Reservoir in Oklahoma, the Great Salt Plains Reservoir in Oklahoma, and the Wichita Valley Centre in Kansas. Military installations such as the Altus Air Force Base and the Clinton Air Force Base are also featured."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_001_9_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_001_9_0000_4_109_thumbnail.jpg "\"Overview of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Authorized Projects (1936 - 1952)\"")
![["The Oklahoma State Highway System map from 1936 illustrates traffic density on state and Federal Aid highways in Oklahoma, based on data from March to October. Dimensions: 17 x 20."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Wilburn%20Cartwright%20Collection,%201898-1951%2FMaps,%201915-1949-CAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_40_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma State Highway System")
![["This 1936 map of the State of Oklahoma Highways illustrates the condition of improvements in the state highway system. Dimensions: 16 x 27 3/4."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Wilburn%20Cartwright%20Collection,%201898-1951%2FMaps,%201915-1949-CAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_010_13_0000_0000_26_thumbnail.jpg "State Of Oklahoma Highways")
![["In a letter dated November 13th, 1936, William H. Murray expresses his belief in the fundamental principles of the Democratic party and the importance of strict adherence to the United States Constitution. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining the three divisions of power, State Rights, an independent Supreme Court, and the Bill of Rights in order to prevent dictatorship and preserve freedom in the country. Murray expresses concern for the future generations who may experience the miseries of tyranny if these principles are not upheld. He also mentions a possible visit to the recipient's area in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/William%20H.%20Alfalfa%20Bill%20Murray%20Collection/Subject%20and%20Personality%20Materials-CAC_CC_041_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_041_1_2_13_0000-D%20Correspondence,%201916-1944/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_2_13_6_thumbnail.jpg "The Importance of Fundamentals: A Letter from Wm. H. Murray")
![["The author declines a request from Miss Thomas to support a candidate for Congress, stating that he has declined similar requests from other friends who are running for office. He explains that he must adhere to this rule in order to be fair to all candidates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/William%20H.%20Alfalfa%20Bill%20Murray%20Collection/Subject%20and%20Personality%20Materials-CAC_CC_041_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_0000-T%20Correspondence,%201929-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00001_thumbnail.jpg "Declination of Request for Support in Political Campaigns")
![["The document is from a man in Arizona to a friend in Oklahoma, discussing their shared interest in the Murray family genealogy. The writer provides information on the history of the Murray clan in Scotland, mentioning their royal connections and wealth. He also shares personal details about his own immigration to the United States and his career as a postmaster. The writer expresses pride in his Scottish heritage and hopes for further communication and collaboration on researching the Murray family history."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/William%20H.%20Alfalfa%20Bill%20Murray%20Collection/Subject%20and%20Personality%20Materials-CAC_CC_041_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_0000-T%20Correspondence,%201929-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00005_thumbnail.jpg "The Murray Clan Genealogy: A Letter from a Descendant")
![["The document recounts various events from the Texas Indian War, as told by Dick T. . Murray. It includes stories of raids, battles, and encounters with Indians, highlighting the bravery and tactics of the settlers. The narrative includes details of specific incidents, such as the Massacre of Illinois Bend and a confrontation with a large group of Indians in a canyon. Murray's account showcases the dangers and challenges faced by settlers during this period."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/William%20H.%20Alfalfa%20Bill%20Murray%20Collection/Subject%20and%20Personality%20Materials-CAC_CC_041_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_0000-T%20Correspondence,%201929-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00007_thumbnail.jpg "The Texas Indian Wars: Tales of Courage and Survival from U D T Murray")