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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_37_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Catalogue of Indian Relics in the Elmer Thomas Collection at the Western History Collections
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Delaware Tribe of Indians, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Structure and Function of the Postal Telegraph System
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chilocco Indians
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Acknowledgement for Received Tanned Hide from Fort Totten Indian Agency
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Record of Deliveries by Amer. Rwy. Express Company to the Senate Office Building in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Correspondence Regarding the Assignment of the Pleasant Porter Lease to the Childress Royalty Company
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from S. Irby Kolb to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Land Sales Practices
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Western Union Telegrams - Seeking Patron Suggestions for Improved Service
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Services
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Unallotted Land Tracts
- 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_44_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Decoding Western Union Telegraph Messages and Symbols: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The text lists a collection of various Indian relics, including tools, weapons, musical instruments, and other items. It also includes historical information about some of the items and their significance. The collection ranges from tomahawks and war clubs to musical instruments and religious books. The owner of the collection provides detailed information about each item and its history."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_37_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Bacone%20College,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_37_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Catalogue of Indian Relics in the Elmer Thomas Collection at the Western History Collections")
![["A telegram was sent to Mr. Dodd requesting information on the amount of money appropriated for the building of the Chalaco School federal project. The sender, Elmer Thomas, asked for the information to be provided via Postal Telegraph."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Bacone%20College,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Structure and Function of the Postal Telegraph System")
![["The author thanks Gray for sending a tanned hide for the collection in the Indian Affairs Committee Room, and informs him that the bill of lading has been signed and mailed to the Express Agent for transfer to him."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Acknowledgement for Received Tanned Hide from Fort Totten Indian Agency")
![["Two copies of a shipping receipt from American Railway Express Company in Washington D.C. Senate Office Building, one for 13 lbs. weight and the other for one box containing a Navajo rug and plaque, both addressed to Elmer Thomas, U.S. Senator."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Record of Deliveries by Amer. Rwy. Express Company to the Senate Office Building in 1935")
![["The text is a series of telegrams discussing the assignment of the Pleasant Porter lease to Childress Royalty Company. The messages mention the paperwork being sent back for additional information and approval from the Department. The final message indicates that the papers have been received and are awaiting the Secretary's approval."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Correspondence Regarding the Assignment of the Pleasant Porter Lease to the Childress Royalty Company")
![["The letter is from S. Irby Kolb to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concerns about the practices of the Five Civilized Tribes Agency and Commissioner of Indian Affairs regarding Indian land sales. Kolb believes that he has been unfairly treated and is not asking for retroactive orders, but for future procedures to be corrected. He warns that a scandal may develop if changes are not made. Kolb also feels that he has been discriminated against and has been excluded from receiving notices of Indian land sales. He includes copies of correspondence with the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs for reference."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from S. Irby Kolb to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Land Sales Practices")
![["The company is open to suggestions from its patrons regarding its service. Two telegrams are sent, one to Elmer Thomas and one to Senator Elmer Thomas, arranging a meeting on August 17th regarding Indian matters. The importance of Western Union time is emphasized."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Western Union Telegrams - Seeking Patron Suggestions for Improved Service")
![["The text outlines the different classes of service offered by Western Union for sending telegrams, including full-rate, night letters, day letters, and ship radiograms. It also includes terms and conditions for sending messages, such as liability for mistakes or delays, delivery options, and special terms for each type of service. Additionally, it includes information on sending messages to specific destinations and guidelines for different types of messages."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Services")
![["The letter is thanking Senator Elmer Thomas for forwarding a letter from the Director of Forestry regarding the possible sale of scattered unallotted land tracts. The writer believes that selling these tracts would be in the best interest of the Indians, as the timber on the land is being stolen."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Sale of Unallotted Land Tracts")
![["The text is a message sent via Western Union regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill and its passage. The sender is requesting information on whether the bill passed and when it will become effective. The message was received in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is signed by John Hugh Chambers."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Decoding Western Union Telegraph Messages and Symbols: A Historical Document")