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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding Representation of Absentee Shawnee Tribe at Congressional Hearings
- Date:
- 1935-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Henricks' Potential Participation in Washington Convention and Expenses
- Date:
- 1935-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and William L. Seawell Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill
- Date:
- 1935-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Navajo Country: A Letter from Flora Warren Seymour to Senator Thomas, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-05-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Relocation of Indian Agency Disbursement Offices
- Date:
- 1935-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Commendation to Honorable Virginia E. Jenckes Regarding her Speech on the Indian Problem
- Date:
- 1935-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Quapaw Tribal Council's Appeal to Modify Executive Order on Restricted Indian Funds Disbursement
- Date:
- 1935-06-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0005
- 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 Instructions and Sample Message
- Date:
- 1935-06-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding Health Condition of Governor Johnston
- Date:
- 1935-06-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Quapaw Tribal Council Disputes - June 29, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-06-29
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Chief Little Jim of Norman, Oklahoma, wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern that his band was not given the opportunity to be represented at Congressional hearings regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill. Senator Thomas forwarded the letter to John Collier, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, who responded stating that a delegate had already been selected for the Absentee Shawnee Indian Tribe to represent them at the hearings. The Indian Office provided documentation showing that the selection process had been followed and that no further appeals would be considered. Senator Thomas informed Chief Little Jim of this decision and stated that another delegate would not be authorized to attend the hearings."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Shawnee%20Indians,%20Absentee,%20Apr.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding Representation of Absentee Shawnee Tribe at Congressional Hearings")
![["The letter is a response from Senator Elmer Thomas to Dr. A. C. Parker regarding the payment of expenses for Mrs. W.A. Henricks to come to Washington in connection with a convention. Senator Thomas mentions that there are no funds available for her expenses unless the Indian Office is willing to cover them. He also discusses the success of the Indian Arts Project in New York and suggests expanding it throughout the United States."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Rochester%20Museum,%20Apr.-May,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24B_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mrs. Henricks' Potential Participation in Washington Convention and Expenses")
![["The text is a letter from William L. Seawell to Senator Elmer Thomas discussing the Oklahoma Indian bill and the disapproval of Section 8. Seawell expresses concern about the political impact of the bill in Eastern Oklahoma and suggests amendments to strengthen certain provisions. He also mentions that both houses of the State Legislature passed a resolution objecting to the bill. Seawell offers his assistance and support to Senator Thomas in navigating the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Legislative%20Suggestions,%20Jan.-Aug.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and William L. Seawell Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill")
![["Flora Warren Seymour writes to Senator Thomas about her recent visit to the Navajo country, discussing the upcoming election and issues with the central agency plan. She expresses concern about the Navajo people rejecting the Wheeler-Howard Bill due to voter turnout requirements. The central agency plan has caused controversy, with many protesting the removal of the six superintendencies. The new capital being built at Window Rock is described as having a pueblo-like appearance, with concerns about the architecture not being Navajo. Dr. Peters is considered as a replacement for Zeh, but there are reservations about his qualifications. Overall, Seymour highlights the confusion and challenges faced by the Navajo people in light of the developments in their region."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201936-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_16_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Navajo Country: A Letter from Flora Warren Seymour to Senator Thomas, 1935")
![["The letter is from Leahy to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about the potential removal of the tribal disbursement office from Muskogee to Kansas City. Leahy highlights the negative impact this move would have on the community and urges Senator Thomas to take action to prevent it, citing the potential hardship it would cause for restricted Indians who rely on the services provided in Muskogee. Senator Thomas responds, assuring Leahy that he will do what he can to help prevent the removal of the disbursement office."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Disbursing%20Office,%20Apr.-Jun.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Relocation of Indian Agency Disbursement Offices")
![["The letter is commending Mrs. Jenckes for her speech about Indians and their fairs, and expressing support for the idea of treating Indians the same as other citizens. The writer requests a copy of the printed hearings on the Indian question and expresses disapproval of any atheistic or communistic programs that go against American ideals. The writer, who is a Cherokee Indian, commends Mrs. Jenckes for her patriotic desire to protect American institutions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Commendation to Honorable Virginia E. Jenckes Regarding her Speech on the Indian Problem")
![["The Quapaw Tribal Council is requesting that an Executive Order requiring payments from their restricted funds to be made from a federal agency at Kansas City be rescinded. They argue that the current process is impractical for their tribe as most of their funds come from mining leases and many members are old and infirm with no other source of income. They also state that they have adequate facilities to handle applications for allowances within their tribe. The request is made out of concern for the well-being and financial stability of the restricted Quapaw Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Quapaw,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Quapaw Tribal Council's Appeal to Modify Executive Order on Restricted Indian Funds Disbursement")
![["This text is a form for sending a telegram through Western Union, with options for different types of service desired. It includes information about the importance of checking the class of service desired before sending the message. The message being sent is regarding efforts to prevent transfer of disbursement agencies from Oklahoma to Kansas City."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Disbursing%20Office,%20Apr.-Jun.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_5_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Service Instructions and Sample Message")
![["The Commissioner of Indian Affairs informs Senator Thomas that Governor Johnston cannot be moved for at least ten days due to his heart condition. He is currently resting at the Emergency Hospital and under the care of Dr. L. S. Owens."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding Health Condition of Governor Johnston")
![["Thompson & Roberts, Attorneys at Law, wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas on June 29, 1935, regarding the Quapaw Tribal Council's objections to an Executive Order. They expressed concerns about a provision in the Indian Bill that imposed a tax on the Quapaw Indians' funds. They argued that this provision was unconstitutional and unjust. They suggested amending the bill to remove this tax and ensure that the Quapaw Indians' invested funds remain tax-free."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Quapaw,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Quapaw Tribal Council Disputes - June 29, 1935")