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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Flexibility in Indian Education: A 1936 Field Letter from the U.S. Office of Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1936-11-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_3_4_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Support for Speech on Constitution by Honorable William . H. Murray
- Date:
- 1936-11-18
- Creator:
- Murray, William H. (William Henry), 1869-1956
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences regarding the Seminole Tribe's Request for Per Capita Payment in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-18
- 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_54_0003
- 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 Joe S. Ellis Regarding Terracing of Farmland in Oklahoma, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Jackson Barnett Case between Honorable Tom Anglin and Senator Elmer Thomas, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-23
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Service in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Terms and Conditions for Western Union Telegraph Services in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-11-23
- Creator:
- Saunkeah, Jasper Betaugei Sr. (1888-1959)
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Concerns About Adair County Resettlement Project
- Date:
- 1936-11-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Seminole Tribe Per Capita Payment Proposal in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-12-03
- 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_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)
![["The text discusses the importance of flexibility in Indian education, highlighting the need for adapting teaching methods and schedules to meet the specific needs of students. It also mentions the creation of a State Superintendent of Indian Education for Montana, the appointment of a new principal at Fort Sill School, and the promotion of J.C. McCaskill to Assistant Director of Education in the Indian Service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Flexibility in Indian Education: A 1936 Field Letter from the U.S. Office of Indian Affairs")
![["The document expresses admiration for a speech on the Constitution given by Honorable Wm. H. Murray and calls for it to be published widely. The writer emphasizes the importance of protecting individual liberties and property rights as American citizens. They express disappointment in politicians who fail to prioritize the welfare of the people and believe that the public should not have to suffer for their mistakes. The document is signed by Albert Haskill of Oakland, California."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/William%20H.%20Alfalfa%20Bill%20Murray%20Collection/Subject%20and%20Personality%20Materials-CAC_CC_041_1_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_041_1_3_4_0000-H%20Correspondence%20Ha-He,%201935-1942/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_3_4_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Support for Speech on Constitution by Honorable William . H. Murray")
![["Chili Fish, Assistant Chief of the Seminole Tribe in Oklahoma, is inquiring about the possibility of securing a per capita payment for tribe members and sending a delegation to Washington. Senator Elmer Thomas is requesting information from the Indian Office in order to advise Chili Fish further on the matter. Chili Fish is also requesting Senator Thomas to sponsor a bill for the per capita payment and to provide information on the funds held by the Indian Bureau. Senator Thomas is considering the request and will advise on the advisability of sending a delegation to Washington."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences regarding the Seminole Tribe's Request for Per Capita Payment in 1936")
![["Joe S. Ellis is seeking assistance from Honorable Elmer Thomas regarding the terracing of Indian land he has an agricultural lease on in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma. He is looking for a way to have the land properly terraced without the Indians having to make sacrifices or him having to spend too much money. Senator Thomas suggests contacting the local authorities in Stillwater or the Shawnee Agency for assistance with the terracing project. Ellis is open to spending some money on the project but is seeking advice on how to proceed without incurring significant costs."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Joe S. Ellis Regarding Terracing of Farmland in Oklahoma, 1936")
![["The letter is a correspondence between Honorable Elmer Thomas and Honorable Tom Anglin regarding the Jackson Barnett case. Thomas informs Anglin that the Indian Office has referred the matter to the Department of Justice and no report has been received yet. Anglin expresses concern about the trial and the Contract between the fullblood heirs of Jackson Barnett. Thomas suggests that someone come to Washington to present the matter to Interior Department officials."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Barnett,%20Jackson,%20Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Jackson Barnett Case between Honorable Tom Anglin and Senator Elmer Thomas, 1936")
![["The text discusses the terms and conditions of sending telegrams through Western Union, including different classes of service such as full-rate cables, night letters, day letters, and ship radiograms. It also explains the liability of the company for mistakes or delays in transmission and delivery of messages. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired to avoid full-rate transmission."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Terms and Conditions of Western Union Telegraph Service in 1936")
![["The text provides information about different classes of service offered by Western Union for sending telegrams, night letters, day letters, and cables. It also includes terms and conditions for sending messages, including liability limits, delivery options, and special terms for each type of service. Additionally, it includes a sample message sent to Jasper Saunkeah's regarding Indian relief funds."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Terms and Conditions for Western Union Telegraph Services in 1936")
![["Carson wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the abandonment of a resettlement project in Adair County. Senator Thomas reassured Carson that funds would be found to continue the project and advised him to contact him if any issues arise. Senator Thomas also informed Carson that he had discussed the matter with Zimmerman and that the project would proceed as planned."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Concerns About Adair County Resettlement Project")
![["The text includes a letter from Senator Elmer Thomas to Chili Fish regarding a proposal for per capita payments to members of the Seminole Tribe of Oklahoma. The Office of Indian Affairs does not favor this action and believes that funds would be better utilized through a well-developed economic program. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs also shares this view and emphasizes that per capita payments have only provided temporary relief in the past. Chili Fish requests Senator Thomas to intercede on behalf of the tribe regarding the payment of mileage and per diem for council members."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Seminole Tribe Per Capita Payment Proposal in 1936")
![["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")