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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Request for Personal Letters to Potential Interests
- Date:
- 1921-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1921 Telegram Exchange Regarding Passport Requirements for Cuba
- Date:
- 1921-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Missionary's Plea: A Historical Correspondence on Land Rights and Peyote Legislation
- Date:
- 1921-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mr. Dias' Employment and Potential Promotion
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1923 Correspondence Requesting Transfer of Personnel within the United States Indian Service
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Inheritance Issues in Mexico, 1923
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Official Communication: House of Representatives Commission on Indian Affairs to Jan Ragland
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Concho Sand Pit Controversy in 1921
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Civil service--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1922 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of J.E. Shields as Principal of the Cheyenne and Arapahoe Indian School
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1922 Letter Regarding School Principal Appointment and Political Developments in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1921-01-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
![["The document addresses a complaint about Indian children attending a school in a filthy and diseased condition in Comanche County, Oklahoma. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs investigates the matter and finds that the Indian children attending the school were in a similar condition as the white children, except for one child with sores who will not attend until she regains her health. Efforts will be made to ensure that Indian children are sent to school in a clean and healthy condition in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0000-Gr-Harp/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Personal Letters to Potential Interests")
![["A letter from the United States Department of Agriculture requesting Farmers Bulletins on various topics be sent to their office. Another letter from a school superintendent in Oklahoma requesting agricultural bulletins for their library and classroom use. The Department of Agriculture sends some bulletins to the school superintendent, but not all requested due to some being out of print."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0000-Gr-Harp/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1921 Telegram Exchange Regarding Passport Requirements for Cuba")
![["Mrs. Della Hodge is a teacher at Fort Sill Indian School who is seeking Civil Service status in order to continue teaching. Congressman L.M. Gensman is advocating on her behalf, contacting the Civil Service Commission and the Commissioner of Indian Affairs to help secure her status. Mrs. Hodge is hoping to continue teaching for personal and financial reasons, and Gensman is working to ensure her application is considered favorably. The correspondence shows a supportive relationship between Gensman and Mrs. Hodge."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0000-Gr-Harp/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.4_4_73_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Missionary's Plea: A Historical Correspondence on Land Rights and Peyote Legislation")
![["The author of the text is expressing their surprise and disappointment at being transferred from their current position as Principal at the Cheyenne & Arapaho School to the Riverside School. They believe that the Cheyenne & Arapaho School is better equipped and has a larger enrollment than Riverside, and do not understand why the Principal at Riverside is paid more. The author is considering the transfer a demotion and has requested to stay at their current position. They have also reached out to Congressman Gensman for assistance in the matter. The author is advocating for equal pay for the Principal at Cheyenne & Arapaho School compared to Riverside."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0000-D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mr. Dias' Employment and Potential Promotion")
![["A letter is written by W. Thomas to Honorable L.M. Gensman requesting assistance in transferring a man named Smith, who is an efficient employee, back to Oklahoma. Smith has been working as an engineer in Montana but is eager to return to Oklahoma. Thomas appreciates any help Gensman can provide and expresses gratitude for past assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0000-D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0011_thumbnail.jpg "1923 Correspondence Requesting Transfer of Personnel within the United States Indian Service")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between various individuals regarding the desire of Mr. John Greany, a disciplinarian at the Concho Indian School in Oklahoma, to be transferred to the Riverside School in Anadarko. The documents include requests for information, expressions of support, and updates on the status of the transfer request. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs, Charles H. Burke, indicates that there are currently no suitable openings for Mr. Greany, but will consider the request when an opportunity arises."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0000-D/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_10_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Inheritance Issues in Mexico, 1923")
![["The document describes a reservation showing the location of a school and agency grounds, including wells and a proposed sand pit. It mentions the West boundary of the school grounds and the source of water. It also notes that the sand pit is the property of Fay Ragle and a proposed location asked by Ra."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0000-Ragland,%20Fay,%201921/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Official Communication: House of Representatives Commission on Indian Affairs to Jan Ragland")
![["The document discusses a situation where a government contract for sand mining is being recommended to be given to an individual without the necessary equipment, instead of to Mr. Ragland who is well-equipped for the job. The document requests an investigation into the matter to ensure that the contract is awarded in the best interest of the public service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0000-Ragland,%20Fay,%201921/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Concho Sand Pit Controversy in 1921")
![["The author met with Mr. Burke before his western trip and discussed talking to Mr. Peairs about their mutual friend Shields. Mr. Burke promised to look into the matter and keep the author updated. The author assures the recipient that they will do everything they can to help Mr. Shields."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0000-Concho%20Indian%20School,%201921-1922/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0011_thumbnail.jpg "1922 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of J.E. Shields as Principal of the Cheyenne and Arapahoe Indian School")
![["The sender acknowledges receiving the recipient's endorsement for a position at Moncho School, clarifying that the appointment is not political. They offer to provide a general statement about the recipient's qualifications to the Commissioner, but indicate that the final decision will likely be made by someone else. The sender also offers to help the recipient in any way possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0000-Concho%20Indian%20School,%201921-1922/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0015_thumbnail.jpg "1922 Letter Regarding School Principal Appointment and Political Developments in Oklahoma")