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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- 1921 Western Union Telegram Instructions and Correspondence
- Date:
- 1921-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_28_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Fay Ragland's Lease and Political Interference
- Date:
- 1921-06-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 67th (1921-1923)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Act to Authorize Payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians for Land Sold by the United States
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939), 76th (1939-1941), 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Western Union Telegraph Communication: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph and Cable Communication Services: Procedures and Guidelines
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Western Union Telegram Service Guide and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- 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_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_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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegraph Communication Regarding Sawyer Case: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The document is a series of correspondences regarding the lease of land near the Concho Indian School in El Reno, Oklahoma. It includes discussions about bidding on the lease, pricing, and the involvement of various individuals in the process. There are also references to potential conflicts of interest and requests for caution in getting involved in the lease process."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1921 Western Union Telegram Instructions and Correspondence")
![["The document is a telegram regarding bidding on a sand lease. The sender instructs the recipient to wire their bid to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and mentions that all bids may be rejected. The sender also suggests waiting until September to bid and advises the recipient to get in touch before making the next bid."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Fay Ragland's Lease and Political Interference")
![["The document is a bill introduced by Mr. Disney authorizing an appropriation for payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians for the lands they sold to the United States. The bill specifies the amount to be appropriated, the distribution of the funds, and the settlement of the claim of the Osage Tribe against the United States. It also authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to pay attorneys' fees out of the appropriation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0004_thumbnail.jpg "An Act to Authorize Payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians for Land Sold by the United States")
![["A message is being sent to Honorable W. G. Stigler in Stigler, Oklahoma regarding a request submitted to the Secretary of the Interior. The sender, Elmer Thomas, hopes to have a report on the action taken on Stigler's contract by the next day. Additionally, Western Union messengers are available for the delivery of notes and packages."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Western Union Telegraph Communication: A Historical Document")
![["The text provides instructions on the class of service desired for sending a message, as well as the potential charges for different types of communication. It also includes a sample message being sent to Honorable W. G. Stigler in Stigler, Oklahoma regarding a contract. It emphasizes the quick and safe way to send money is through telegraph or cable."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph and Cable Communication Services: Procedures and Guidelines")
![["The text is a template for sending a telegram through Western Union. It includes options for different classes of service, such as domestic, cable, day letter, night message, etc. It also includes instructions for patrons to check the desired class of service, and the names of company executives. The specific message being sent is a protest against an election, to be delivered to Geo Bancroft in Tuba City, Arizona."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Service Guide and Sample Message")
![["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 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 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")
![["The company will receive feedback from 113 patrons regarding its services. The text includes information about different classes of service, symbols used in telegrams, and the filing and receiving times for telegrams. The message received is from a U.S. Senator regarding attorney fees in a case, which will be reported at the earliest convenience. The text also mentions that sending money via telegraph or cable is the quickest, surest, and safest way."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Telegraph Communication Regarding Sawyer Case: A Historical Document")