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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Construction of an Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_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 Proposed Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-05-02
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Seminole Tribe's Per Capita Payment Inquiry, 1936
- Date:
- 1936-05-02
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Sales and Bidding Procedures
- Date:
- 1936-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Elmer Thomas to Wilburn Cartwright Regarding Proposed Amendments for House Indian Affairs Committee
- Date:
- 1936-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Dierks Lumber & Coal Company's Application to Purchase Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Timber
- Date:
- 1936-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letters to Senator Elmer Thomas from Oklahoma Tuberculosis and Health Association Regarding Indian Hospitals and Federal Tuberculosis Support
- Date:
- 1936-05-26
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_31_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter to Congressman Blanton Regarding Cherokee Tribe Charges
- Date:
- 1936-05-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_49_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Hospitals and Legislation S. 4516
- Date:
- 1936-06-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_48_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 Construction and Progress of Kiowa Indian Hospital in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-06-11
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The text consists of correspondence between various individuals regarding the construction of an Indian hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The Office of Indian Affairs has approved preliminary plans for the project and anticipates soliciting bids for construction soon. Senator Elmer Thomas and D.O. Scott are actively involved in expediting the process and ensuring that the funds allocated for the hospital are not wasted. Senator Thomas is requested to inquire about the status of the title approval from the Department of Justice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Construction of an Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936")
![["The text consists of a series of letters regarding the proposed Indian hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Elmer Thomas is corresponding with the Mayor of Tahlequah, J.P. Thompson, and Commissioner of Indian Affairs, John Collier, regarding the status of the construction of the hospital. Thompson is urging Thomas to expedite the matter and provide updates. Thomas assures both Thompson and Collier that he is looking into the issue and will provide further information when available."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_12_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Proposed Indian Hospital in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, 1936")
![["Elmer Thomas received a letter from Chili Fish inquiring about a per capita payment for the members of the Seminole Tribe. Thomas is following up on the matter with the Indian Office and has also written to Commissioner John Collier for advice on the issue."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Seminole Tribe's Per Capita Payment Inquiry, 1936")
![["The writer expresses disappointment in the response to their previous letters regarding payment of past due taxes on Indian lands purchased at sales supervised by the Five Civilized Tribes Agency. They criticize the sliding scale bid procedure as unfair and potentially corrupt, and question the effectiveness of the Superintendent's decisions. They also mention the need for additional clerical help in the Muskogee office. The Assistant Commissioner acknowledges the concerns raised and explains the process for determining the best interests of the Indian land owner in sales."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Land Sales and Bidding Procedures")
![["The sender is providing the recipient with a copy of a letter sent to Honorable Will Rogers regarding suggested amendments. They are requesting the recipient's reaction to the suggestions made to Chairman Rogers."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Elmer Thomas to Wilburn Cartwright Regarding Proposed Amendments for House Indian Affairs Committee")
![["The letter from Elmer Thomas to Dierks Lumber and Coal Company acknowledges receipt of their application to purchase timber from the Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations. Thomas states that he will advise them further when he has more information. The reply from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs acknowledges the receipt of Thomas's letter and states that the matter is under consideration, with further updates to follow."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Dierks Lumber & Coal Company's Application to Purchase Choctaw and Chickasaw Nations' Timber")
![["The text is a letter addressed to Senator Elmer Thomas urging support for the construction and maintenance of Indian hospitals in Tahlequah and Talihina, as well as Federal cooperation with states to address the tuberculosis problem. The letter emphasizes the importance of hospitalization for contagious tuberculosis cases to prevent the spread of the disease and highlights the benefits of early diagnosis. It also mentions the role of Christmas Seals in raising awareness and funds for tuberculosis prevention."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letters to Senator Elmer Thomas from Oklahoma Tuberculosis and Health Association Regarding Indian Hospitals and Federal Tuberculosis Support")
![["A response to Congressman Blanton regarding charges filed by individuals claiming to represent the Cherokee Indian Tribe of North Carolina. The galley proof of the charges is being studied by the Committee of Indian Affairs, and a decision on whether to proceed with an investigation will be made soon. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs has been asked to review the charges and provide a reply, after which final consideration and action will be taken by the Committee."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter to Congressman Blanton Regarding Cherokee Tribe Charges")
![["Dr. Carl Puckett received a letter from Elmer Thomas regarding Indian hospitals in Tahlequah and Talihina, stating that funds were secured and plans approved. Thomas also mentioned consideration of S. 4516 and sent a report on the Talihina hospital."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Regarding Indian Hospitals and Legislation S. 4516")
![["The text includes correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and various individuals regarding the progress of construction at the Kiowa Indian Hospital, specifically the tuberculosis annex and a building for student nurses. There is also mention of the policy to be followed in regard to schools at Fort Sill and Riverside. Senator Thomas expresses a desire to expedite the construction process and gather more information on the schools."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_48_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_48_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Construction and Progress of Kiowa Indian Hospital in 1936")