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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Need for Music Education in Oklahoma Indian Schools in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-11-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Increased Funding for Shawnee Indian Hospital in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-11-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Settlement of Cherokee and Choctaw Indian Claims, 1936
- Date:
- 1935-12-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Per Capita Payment for the Seminole Tribe in 1936
- Date:
- 1935-12-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Shawnee Project: Securing Funding for the Indian Sanitorium in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding Proposed Improvements to Shawnee Indian Sanatorium
- Date:
- 1935-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Chickasaw Nation
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions
- Date:
- 1935-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Indian Hospital Construction in Shawnee, Oklahoma, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-12-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter Regarding Annual Payments to Five Tribes Indians
- Date:
- 1936-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The letter is requesting musical instruments and instructors be provided for the Euchee Indian School and River Side Indian School in Oklahoma. They express concern that music education has been neglected in these institutions and ask for the matter to receive personal attention from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs. They believe that developing the students' musical talent is important for preparing them for their future tasks."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Need for Music Education in Oklahoma Indian Schools in 1935")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Dr. John W. Raley regarding the Indian Hospital in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Dr. Raley expressed the need for increased funding for the hospital and Senator Thomas assured him of his efforts to support the project. Dr. Raley also mentioned that only $5,000 out of $10,000,000 in W.P.A. funds had been allocated to the hospital, despite its importance and high rating. The citizens of Shawnee are urging Senator Thomas to consider allocating more funds to the hospital for its expansion and improvement."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Increased Funding for Shawnee Indian Hospital in 1935")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the settlement of claims of the Cherokee and Choctaw Indians and the possibility of a per capita payment. The Court of Claims rendered decisions unfavorable to the Cherokee Indians, and no payment is anticipated. For the Choctaw Indians, a per capita payment of $5.00 is considered, but it is believed that conserving the funds for the general benefit of the tribe is more important at this time. The letters acknowledge communication from Senator Elmer Thomas and inform John L. Richerson of the status of the claims."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee%20Indians,%20Mar.-May,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Settlement of Cherokee and Choctaw Indian Claims, 1936")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding a per capita payment due to the Seminole Tribe of Indians. The first letter is from George Jones to Senator Elmer Thomas, thanking him for his assistance and requesting an update on the payment. The second letter is from the Seminole General Council to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, requesting a $35 per capita payment for enrolled members of the tribe. The Council expresses their desire for the payment to be approved by Congress and acknowledges the efforts of Senators Thomas, Gore, and Representative Gassoway in obtaining the appropriation."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Per Capita Payment for the Seminole Tribe in 1936")
![["The text includes two letters, one from Elmer Thomas to Don Foster and one from Don Foster to Senator Elmer Thomas. In the first letter, Elmer Thomas informs Don Foster that they are urging the Indian Office to make a commitment to the Shawnee project and will update him once they have more information. In the second letter, Don Foster thanks Senator Elmer Thomas for his assistance in securing an appropriation for a new hospital unit at the Indian Sanitorium in Shawnee, Oklahoma and requests an official letter confirming the promise of funding. Both letters express gratitude and offer further assistance if needed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Shawnee Project: Securing Funding for the Indian Sanitorium in 1935")
![["The Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs responds to a letter from Don Foster regarding the proposed medical unit at the Shawnee Indian Sanatorium. He clarifies that there are no funds available for the proposed improvements and that the priority should be a general surgical medical unit over other additions. He also mentions the possibility of a general hospital between Shawnee and Muskogee, but no commitments can be made at this time. The Commissioner emphasizes that no plans for additional facilities should be made until the current hospitals are completed and in operation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding Proposed Improvements to Shawnee Indian Sanatorium")
![["The text is a letter requesting support for the repurchase and preservation of the Choctaw Council House in Tuskahoma, Oklahoma. The building is of historical significance to the Choctaw Nation and efforts are being made to raise funds for its restoration and maintenance. The letter appeals for donations and emphasizes the importance of preserving this historic site for future generations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Repurchase and Preservation of the Choctaw Council House in 1935")
![["Wright writes to Senator Thomas informing him that resolutions passed by the Choctaw Council regarding taxation of restricted land have not yet been received by him. He requests an additional copy to bring it to the Senator's attention. Senator Thomas responds, stating that he has been away from Washington and has not yet had the chance to go through his accumulated mail, but assures Wright that he will address the matter as soon as possible."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and J.P. Wright Regarding Choctaw Council Resolutions")
![["Dr. J. E. Walker writes to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding A. C. Davis's interest in the construction of a hospital for Indians in Shawnee. Senator Thomas responds, stating that contracts for such projects are awarded through governmental procedures and that Davis should contact the Indian Office for more information. The Democratic Central Committee also writes to Senator Thomas in support of Davis, highlighting his qualifications and loyalty to the Democratic party. They request that Senator Thomas consider Davis for the hospital project and other potential work in the state."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Indian Hospital Construction in Shawnee, Oklahoma, 1935")
![["Mrs. Pearl Sellers inquired about funds due to the Five Tribes Indians in a letter to Senator Thomas. Per capita payments are authorized for the Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes under the Act of February 14, 1920. The Act of June 19, 1934 provides for the payment of the Greek judgement fund to members of the Creek Tribe. The funds of the Seminoles can only be expended upon appropriations made by Congress. Assistant Commissioner F.H. Daiker responded to Mrs. Sellers' inquiry."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter Regarding Annual Payments to Five Tribes Indians")