1. Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History Identifier: CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0006 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection Title: Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History Date: 1949-05-02 Creator: unknown Policy Area: Native Americans Names: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Topic: Indians of North America--United States Congress: 81st (1949-1951)
2. Recommendation for W. W. Keeler as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Identifier: CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0001 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection Title: Recommendation for W. W. Keeler as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Date: 1949-06-18 Creator: unknown Policy Area: Native Americans Names: Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Topic: Indians of North America--United States Congress: 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document discusses the portrayal of Native Americans in history and media, highlighting the need for accurate representation. It also provides examples of historical events involving Native Americans that are often overlooked, emphasizing the importance of presenting their role in American history correctly. The document also mentions a resolution passed in Oklahoma advocating for a more positive portrayal of Native Americans in movies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Alaskan%20Settlement%20Claims,%201948-1949,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_55_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Uncovering the Truth: The Misrepresentation of American Indians in History")
![["The document is a recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior to appoint W. W. Keeler as the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Keeler is described as a strong and able man of Cherokee descent who has a sincere desire to serve his people. The document emphasizes Keeler's qualifications and the need for strong leadership to improve the standard of living for the Cherokee people. It also mentions Keeler's previous experience as Vice Chief and acting Chief in the absence of T. H. Milan. The document is signed by Hill Stansell of Westville, Oklahoma and copies are sent to Senator Thomas, Senator Kerr, and Congressman Stigler."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0000-Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs,%20Committee%20on,%20Indian%20Affairs,%20Cherokee%20Chief,%201949/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_3_82_57_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for W. W. Keeler as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation")