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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Information from the Indian Office
- Date:
- 1936-06-29
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding Upcoming Hearings in Yuma and Gallup
- Date:
- 1936-07-08
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Seminole Fund Legislation
- Date:
- 1936-07-09
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Establishment and Early Initiatives of Indian Arts and Crafts Board in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-07-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Thomas Assisting S. Irby Kolb in Purchasing Indian Lands: A Correspondence Summary
- Date:
- 1936-07-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Insufficient Allotments for Families
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence between Elmer Thoms and Commissioner John Collier regarding Assistance for Families in Konsing, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- 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_53_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Pottawatomie Indian Affairs in the 1930s
- Date:
- 1936-08-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Elmer Thomas received a report from the Indian Office regarding Joe Simon's recent inquiry. Thomas believes the information is self-explanatory and hopes it answers Simon's questions. He offers further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0017_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Information from the Indian Office")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and states that it will be forwarded to Senator Thomas for his attention. It mentions upcoming hearings in Yuma, Arizona and Gallup, New Mexico."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Department,%20Apr.-Aug.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding Upcoming Hearings in Yuma and Gallup")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of an inquiry regarding legislation concerning a Seminole fund, specifically referencing a Court of Claims decision in favor of the Seminole Nation. The case is currently pending in the Supreme Court and there has been no legislation for payment of the award as the final decision has not been determined. The sender is unable to provide information on when a decision will be made or what the outcome will be. A carbon copy of the letter is also sent to Honorable Elmer Thomas for his information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seminole,%20May-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Seminole Fund Legislation")
![["The text discusses various legislative efforts and initiatives related to Indian affairs, including the creation of a new Federal board to aid the Indians, a bill to fix the boundary of the Navajo reservation, and the establishment of the Indian Arts and Crafts Board. The text also mentions the recent popularity of playing tennis on roller skates and the discovery of an old Bible hidden in a roof. Additionally, it highlights the appointment of key individuals, such as Louis C. West as general manager of the new board, and the ongoing efforts to promote and preserve Indian arts and crafts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment and Early Initiatives of Indian Arts and Crafts Board in 1936")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a bid to purchase Indian lands and assures assistance in securing consideration of the bid. It also requests information on past due taxes and penalties on Indian lands purchased by Kolb. Senator Thomas is temporarily absent, and his office will provide any possible service. Senator Thomas also requests a report on the actions taken on Kolb's requests."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Thomas Assisting S. Irby Kolb in Purchasing Indian Lands: A Correspondence Summary")
![["An Osage Indian named Hay-Shock-ey married Maude Grayum of Tulsa and they were looking for a Spanish-style house to buy. They faced legal issues in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with their interpreter and maid being released from jail. Maude was unsure about dropping a lawsuit against authorities. They rented an apartment and planned to have a good home with land for Hay-Shock-ey's horse. They also planned to visit Hot Springs for his stomach ailment. Hay-Shock-ey seemed amused by the situation and did not speak English, while Maude did not speak Osage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum")
![["The letter is a response to James Kahdot's inquiry about families whose allotments are not enough to support them. The sender, Elmer Thorns, agrees to refer the matter to the Indian Office to see if any relief is available and promises to provide an update once a report is received."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Insufficient Allotments for Families")
![["Elmer Thoms is writing to Commissioner John Collier of the Indian Office, enclosing a letter from a man in Oklahoma requesting assistance for his family. Thoms asks for any help that can be provided for the families mentioned in the letter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence between Elmer Thoms and Commissioner John Collier regarding Assistance for Families in Konsing, Oklahoma")
![["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")
![["The text includes letters and lists of names of Pottawatomie Indians requesting assistance and discussing tribal affairs. There is a mention of a request for a new committee to be appointed. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs is involved in addressing these requests for assistance and relief for the Pottawatomie Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Pottawatomie Indian Affairs in the 1930s")