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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection
- Title:
- Ancestral Lineage Inquiry: Descendants of James Murray of Bristol Parish, Va.
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- Murray, William H. (William Henry), 1869-1956
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Terms and Conditions of Telegraph and Cable Services in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Class of Service and Terms for Western Union Telegraph Services
- Date:
- 1936-05-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_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 Riverside Indian School Regarding School Improvements and the Logan Bill
- Date:
- 1936-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0001
- 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 Riverside Indian School Student, Alberta Botone, Regarding New School Building
- Date:
- 1936-05-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Carl Albert Collection
- Title:
- Title: Resolution Request for Land Title Adjustment by the Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1936-06-26
- Creator:
- Albert, Carl Bert, 1908-2000
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Caddo Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Guidelines and Terms for Telegraph and Cable Services
- Date:
- 1936-06-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_28_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Between University of Alaska and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Extension of Benefits to Alaska
- Date:
- 1936-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- 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_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)
![["The document is from Alice Goode Crump-Bouldin to the Governor of Oklahoma, discussing their shared descent from Pocahontas through James Murray. Alice is seeking information on the Murray family in Scotland and their migration to the US for genealogical research. The document includes a detailed lineage from James Murray and Anne Bolling to Alice Goode Crump-Bouldin, emphasizing their connection to historical figures and notable individuals."]](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_4_34_0000-T%20Correspondence,%201929-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_041_1_4_34_00008_thumbnail.jpg "Ancestral Lineage Inquiry: Descendants of James Murray of Bristol Parish, Va.")
![["This text provides information about the different classes of service offered by Western Union for telegrams, including full-rate, night letter, day letter, and deferred half-rate cables. It also outlines the terms and conditions for sending messages, including liability limits, delivery options, and special terms for each type of service. Additionally, it explains the process for sending money via telegraph or cable and includes contact information for Western Union."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Terms and Conditions of Telegraph and Cable Services in 1936")
![["The text provides information about different classes of service offered by the Western Union Telegraph Company, including domestic, cable, telegram, night letter, day letter, deferred, and ship radiogram services. The terms and conditions for each service are outlined, including rates, delivery times, and special terms. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired before sending a message to ensure it is transmitted correctly."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Class of Service and Terms for Western Union Telegraph Services")
![["The letter from Senator Elmer Thomas to J. E. Shields expresses gratitude for the support in securing appropriations for the Riverside Indian School. Thomas also mentions considering the Logan bill. In response, Shields writes to thank Thomas for his efforts in improving the school, including the new gymnasium and community cannery. They also express gratitude for the support and request Thomas's support for the Logan bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John+William+Elmer+Thomas+Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Education,+Bacone+College,+1936/thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Riverside Indian School Regarding School Improvements and the Logan Bill")
![["Miss Alberta Botone wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas thanking him for helping to secure a new building for Riverside Indian School in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Senator Thomas responded, expressing his gratitude for the invitation to visit the school and mentioning that he hopes to do so after Congress adjourns."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John+William+Elmer+Thomas+Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0000-Indian+Affairs,+Education,+Bacone+College,+1936/thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_40_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Riverside Indian School Student, Alberta Botone, Regarding New School Building")
![["The Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma is seeking recognition of their ownership rights to certain lands in Caddo County, Oklahoma. They have submitted resolutions to the Bureau of Indian Affairs and are now appealing to Congress for assistance in obtaining full title to the land. The Executive Committee of the tribe reiterates their claim and requests immediate action on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0000-Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20-%20Caddo,%201959/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Resolution Request for Land Title Adjustment by the Caddo Indian Tribe of Oklahoma")
![["This text provides information on different classes of service offered by the Western Union Telegraph Company, including telegram, night letter, day letter, full-rate cables, deferred half-rate cables, cable night letters, and ship radiograms. It also outlines the terms and conditions for sending messages, including liability limits, delivery options, and special terms for each type of service. Customers are advised to check the class of service desired to ensure messages are transmitted correctly."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Guidelines and Terms for Telegraph and Cable Services")
![["The letter is from Dr. Charles E. Bunnell, President of the University of Alaska, thanking Senator Elmer Thomas for his assistance in getting a bill signed by the President. The bill will extend benefits to Alaska and provide funds for the university to increase its services. Senator Thomas is currently in Alaska and the letter will be brought to his attention upon his return."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaska,%20Jul.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_28_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Between University of Alaska and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding the Extension of Benefits to Alaska")
![["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 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")
