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- 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_35_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding Upcoming Hearings in Yuma and Gallup
- Date:
- 1936-07-08
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Seminole Fund Legislation
- Date:
- 1936-07-09
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_117
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Drought Relief
- Date:
- 1936-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Establishment and Early Initiatives of Indian Arts and Crafts Board in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-07-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Thomas Assisting S. Irby Kolb in Purchasing Indian Lands: A Correspondence Summary
- Date:
- 1936-07-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Information on Missing Pictures
- Date:
- 1936-08-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Class of Service Options for Sending Messages via Western Union Telegram
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- Bassett, Mabel, 1875-1953
- Topic:
- Correctional institutions
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Insufficient Allotments for Families
- Date:
- 1936-08-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["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 letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs and states that it will be forwarded to Senator Thomas for his attention. It mentions upcoming hearings in Yuma, Arizona and Gallup, New Mexico."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding Upcoming Hearings in Yuma and Gallup")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of an inquiry regarding legislation concerning a Seminole fund, specifically referencing a Court of Claims decision in favor of the Seminole Nation. The case is currently pending in the Supreme Court and there has been no legislation for payment of the award as the final decision has not been determined. The sender is unable to provide information on when a decision will be made or what the outcome will be. A carbon copy of the letter is also sent to Honorable Elmer Thomas for his information."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Seminole Fund Legislation")
![["Create a concise and logical summary using the title State map by J.W. Tapp and the provided text. This document features a state map from the Congressional Directory, illustrating Oklahoma counties designated as Emergency Drought Counties by the Department of Agriculture, along with a carbon copy letter. Dimensions: Not specified."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_117_thumbnail.jpg "Drought Relief")
![["The text discusses various legislative efforts and initiatives related to Indian affairs, including the creation of a new Federal board to aid the Indians, a bill to fix the boundary of the Navajo reservation, and the establishment of the Indian Arts and Crafts Board. The text also mentions the recent popularity of playing tennis on roller skates and the discovery of an old Bible hidden in a roof. Additionally, it highlights the appointment of key individuals, such as Louis C. West as general manager of the new board, and the ongoing efforts to promote and preserve Indian arts and crafts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment and Early Initiatives of Indian Arts and Crafts Board in 1936")
![["The letter acknowledges receipt of a bid to purchase Indian lands and assures assistance in securing consideration of the bid. It also requests information on past due taxes and penalties on Indian lands purchased by Kolb. Senator Thomas is temporarily absent, and his office will provide any possible service. Senator Thomas also requests a report on the actions taken on Kolb's requests."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Thomas Assisting S. Irby Kolb in Purchasing Indian Lands: A Correspondence Summary")
![["Mabel Bassett, State Commissioner of Charities and Corrections in Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Miss M. E. Pool asking for information on some pictures that were promised to her in May. She requested that Miss Pool contact Mr. Harper in Mr. Rowan's office to find out the status of the pictures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0000-Bassett,%20Mabel,%201936/thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Information on Missing Pictures")
![["This is a telegram requesting payment for express charges on pictures being sent by Mr. Harper to Mrs. Mabel Bassett in Oklahoma City. It emphasizes the importance of sending money by telegraph or cable for quick and safe transactions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0000-Bassett,%20Mabel,%201936/thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_10_1_11_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Class of Service Options for Sending Messages via Western Union Telegram")
![["An Osage Indian named Hay-Shock-ey married Maude Grayum of Tulsa and they were looking for a Spanish-style house to buy. They faced legal issues in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with their interpreter and maid being released from jail. Maude was unsure about dropping a lawsuit against authorities. They rented an apartment and planned to have a good home with land for Hay-Shock-ey's horse. They also planned to visit Hot Springs for his stomach ailment. Hay-Shock-ey seemed amused by the situation and did not speak English, while Maude did not speak Osage."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_45_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Unconventional Love Story of Fairfax Osage and Maude Grayum")
![["The letter is a response to James Kahdot's inquiry about families whose allotments are not enough to support them. The sender, Elmer Thorns, agrees to refer the matter to the Indian Office to see if any relief is available and promises to provide an update once a report is received."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Insufficient Allotments for Families")