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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale and Preservation of Native American Land in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indigenous Lands in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Controversy of 1937 Timber Land Sales on Indian Reservations
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence on Indian Land Sale: Concerns and Protests
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between U.S. Senator and Native American Citizen Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Protest Against the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-07-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["William Keel, an Indian, expresses concern to Senator Elmer Thomas about the sale of valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma. He believes that the government is not properly caring for the property rights of the Indians and is selling the land at an unfair price without reserving mineral rights. Keel urges Senator Thomas to investigate the matter and postpone the sale indefinitely. Senator Thomas responds that he has received protests regarding the sale and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe to address the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale and Preservation of Native American Land in 1937")
![["The letter is a request from an Indian to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas to postpone the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state, as the timber has grown in value since its appraisal in 1912 and the government has neglected to protect it. The Indian also requests that mineral rights be reserved and an investigation be conducted before the sale proceeds. Senator Thomas responds, assuring that he will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indigenous Lands in Oklahoma")
![["Three letters have been written to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concerns about the sale of valuable timber lands belonging to the Indians. The letters highlight the unfairness and injustice of selling the land at its appraised value from 1912 without considering the growth and value of the timber over the years. The writers also raise concerns about the lack of reservation of mineral rights and the unauthorized removal of timber from the land. They urge Senator Thomas to postpone the sale and conduct a thorough investigation before proceeding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Controversy of 1937 Timber Land Sales on Indian Reservations")
![["Presley writes to Senator Thomas expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands, specifically valuable timbered lands, without proper consideration of their current value. He requests a postponement of the sale and highlights the need to reserve mineral rights on the property. Senator Thomas assures Presley of his cooperation and assistance in addressing the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["Miss Jaunita Tate writes to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of valuable timbered Indian lands in Oklahoma, which are being sold at an appraised value from 1912 without consideration for the growth of the timber or the removal of timber by others. Tate requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is done and mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Tate that he has filed protests with the Indian Office and will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["Two letters are exchanged regarding the sale of Indian lands in Oklahoma, specifically timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. The writer expresses concern that the government is selling the land at its 1912 appraised value without considering the current value of the timber. They also raise issues about the neglect of the timber and the lack of reservation of mineral rights. The writer requests the postponement of the sale until an investigation and adjustment are made. Senator Elmer Thomas acknowledges the concerns and promises to do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0031_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence on Indian Land Sale: Concerns and Protests")
![["The letter from Chicken to Senator Elmer Thomas expresses concern about the sale of valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma without proper consideration for the actual cash value and mineral rights. Chicken requests a postponement of the sale and an investigation into the removal of timber from the land. Senator Thomas assures cooperation and assistance in addressing the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_65_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["Henry Pratt, an Indian citizen, wrote a letter to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern over the sale of valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma without proper consideration of its actual value. Pratt requested the postponement of the sale until an investigation and adjustment of the timber removal from the land had been made, and emphasized the need to reserve mineral rights on the property. Senator Thomas assured Pratt that he had filed protests regarding the sale with the Indian Office and would do what he could to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between U.S. Senator and Native American Citizen Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from C.W. Colbert to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands, specifically valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma. Colbert believes that the land and timber should be sold at their current market value, as they have increased in value since the government's last appraisal in 1912. He also raises concerns about the government's neglect of the timber on the land and requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Colbert that he will do what he can to help and is cooperating with Chief Durant of the Choctaw Tribe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Protest Against the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")
![["The letter is from Bed Coffee to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern about the sale of Indian lands with valuable timber without proper compensation. Coffee requests the sale be postponed until an investigation is done and mineral rights are reserved. Senator Thomas assures Coffee that he is working with Chief Durant to address the protests and will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937")