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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_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 Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation
- 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_053_12_10_34_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Delays in the Choctaw-Chickasaw Claims: 1936
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Riverside Indian School Regarding School Improvements and the Logan Bill
- Date:
- 1936-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Regarding Drought Relief Efforts for Oklahoma's Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1936-12-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Settlement Approval for Treasurer Cheeter County's Claim Regarding Indian Children's Tuition
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Participants of the 1902 and 1904 Elections
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to the U.S. Senator on Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The text is a letter requesting support for the repurchase and preservation of the Choctaw Council House in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma. The building is of historical significance to the Choctaw Nation and efforts are being made to raise funds for its restoration and maintenance. The letter appeals for donations and emphasizes the importance of preserving this historic site for future generations."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 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")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is inquiring about the progress of a report to be submitted by the General Accounting Office in connection with the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nations vs. United States case. The delay in filing the report is causing a standstill in the case, and Senator Thomas is seeking assistance in expediting the report to move the case forward. The plaintiffs are frustrated by the delays and hope for a resolution soon."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Delays in the Choctaw-Chickasaw Claims: 1936")
![["The letter from Senator Elmer Thomas to J. E. Shields expresses gratitude for the support in securing appropriations for the Riverside Indian School. Thomas also mentions considering the Logan bill. In response, Shields writes to thank Thomas for his efforts in improving the school, including the new gymnasium and community cannery. They also express gratitude for the support and request Thomas's support for the Logan bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John+William+Elmer+Thomas+Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Education,+Bacone+College,+1936/thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Riverside Indian School Regarding School Improvements and the Logan Bill")
![["The text is a series of correspondence between various government officials regarding the need for relief for Indians in Oklahoma during a drought. They discuss requesting additional funds for rehabilitation projects, contacting the Works Progress Administration and Resettlement Administration for assistance, and the efforts being made to alleviate the distressing conditions in the area. Senator Elmer Thomas is actively involved in seeking solutions to the problem."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Regarding Drought Relief Efforts for Oklahoma's Five Civilized Tribes")
![["Blackhawk writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting information and assistance with a project involving mineral waters in Guthrie, Oklahoma. He explains his experience as a masseur and his desire to run a bath house to support his family. He asks for government assistance under the TOMAS-ROGERS Indian welfare bill and expresses willingness to pay back any financing. He mentions previous correspondence with Congressman Will Rogers and requests a prompt response from Senator Thomas."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Relief%20Measures,%20Apr.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma")
![["The letter from Elmer Thomas to Dave Stovall informs that the claim of the Treasurer of Chester County has been allowed in the amount of $21,398.03 by the Comptroller General. This amount represents the tuition for the attendance of Indian children in District No. 13 of Choctaw County, Oklahoma for the period of January 1 to the current year. Thomas hopes that the Treasury will soon issue a check for this amount."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Settlement Approval for Treasurer Cheeter County's Claim Regarding Indian Children's Tuition")
![["R.L. Ream is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to submit names of people who participated in elections in 1902 and 1904 and can support his statements. He mentions writing a similar letter to Senator Josh Lee and plans to send copies to each member of the Congressional Delegation. Ream congratulates Thomas on his stance on the President and expresses willingness to cooperate. He also expresses interest in meeting Thomas if he is in Oklahoma City."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw,%20July,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Participants of the 1902 and 1904 Elections")
![["Rose Alexander, a concerned Indian, is writing to Honorable Elmer Thomas, U.S. Senator and Chairman on Indian Affairs, expressing her concerns about the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. She believes that the timber has increased in value since it was appraised in 1912 and should not be sold at the same price. She also raises concerns about the government neglecting the timber on the land and allowing people to remove it for commercial purposes. Alexander requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation and adjustment of the timber removal has been made, and that mineral rights on the land be reserved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands")
![["The letter is from Robert Herry null, an Indian concerned about the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. He believes that the land and timber should be sold at a higher value due to the growth of the timber since it was appraised in 1912. He also expresses concern about the government neglecting the timber and allowing people to remove it for commercial purposes. Robert requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and the mineral rights are reserved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0014_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to the U.S. Senator on Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands")