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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002
- 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 Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Request from Omnia Tribal Council for Sending Delegates to Washington
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas to Chief Ben Dwight Regarding Choctaw Tribe Resolutions, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Dwight Ben H. (1890-1953)
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letters Highlighting the Plight of Aged Citizens and the Promise of Relief
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Medicine Men and School Aid: A Glimpse into 1935 America
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Resolution of the Ottawa Indian Tribe Regarding the Need for an Indian Hospital in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Indian Project in Atoka, Oklahoma, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Mrs. Lottie Farrington and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Affairs and Relief Aid in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Quapaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Memorandum Regarding the Progress of Quapaw Indian Bill H.R. 11231 in the Senate
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_25_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Vintage Western Union Telegram Communication
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The letter is a thank you note from Senator Thomas to Chief Lookout and the Pawhuska Tribe for visiting Washington. The Senator expresses pleasure in extending courtesies and offers assistance. Thanks are also given to F. N. Edwards for his appreciation of the visit."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Jan.-June.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe")
![["Elmer Thomas is writing to Honorable John Collier, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, regarding a request from the Omnia Tribal Council of Macy, Nebraska to send delegates to Washington. Thomas requests Collier's consideration and advice on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201936-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_17_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Request from Omnia Tribal Council for Sending Delegates to Washington")
![["Elmer Thomas received a letter from Ben Dwight, Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, with resolutions attached. Thomas assures Dwight that he will give the resolutions his attention and offers to help in any way he can. Thomas acknowledges Dwight's close relationship with the Indian Office and expresses his willingness to assist."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Senator Elmer Thomas to Chief Ben Dwight Regarding Choctaw Tribe Resolutions, 1935")
![["The letter from Dave Geboe to Senator Elmer Thomas expresses concern about the lack of assistance for elderly citizens in need, specifically mentioning the difficulty of finding work at an advanced age. Geboe requests help and mentions the pending legislation for an old age pension. Senator Thomas responds sympathetically, expressing support for providing care for aged citizens and hoping for a satisfactory solution to be worked out in Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Ottawa,%20Jan.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Letters Highlighting the Plight of Aged Citizens and the Promise of Relief")
![["The text discusses the death of Henry Ben, one of the last Indian medicine men, and the traditions and practices of medicine men in Oklahoma. It also mentions the qualifications for federal aid for schools in Texas, including the need for teachers to individually qualify for aid. The text highlights the use of traditional medicine and remedies by these medicine men, as well as the lack of prosecution against their activities."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Medicine Men and School Aid: A Glimpse into 1935 America")
![["The text includes a letter from Elmer Thomas to Guy Jennison, Chief of the Ottawa Indian Tribe, expressing gratitude for sending resolutions adopted by the Council regarding the need for an Indian hospital in Ottawa County, Oklahoma. The resolution outlines the tribe's belief in the necessity of a hospital in the area and urges the Oklahoma Delegation in Congress to support legislation for its construction. The resolution is passed and copies are to be sent to relevant members of Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Ottawa,%20Jan.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Resolution of the Ottawa Indian Tribe Regarding the Need for an Indian Hospital in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, 1935")
![["The letter is from Lewis Armstrong in Atoka, Oklahoma, inquiring about the Indian project in his area. Elmer Thomas suggests he speak to the Superintendent of the Agency for more information and assistance. Armstrong also expresses his interest in being appointed as the foreman or supervisor of the project, despite being a cripple, as he believes he can handle the job well."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Oct.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_23_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Indian Project in Atoka, Oklahoma, 1935")
![["The text consists of two letters, one from Mrs. Lottie Farrington to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting assistance for her family, and another from Senator Thomas responding to her request. Mrs. Farrington explains her financial difficulties and her children's need for school clothes and shoes. Senator Thomas expresses his desire to help and suggests reaching out to local agencies for assistance. Mrs. Farrington expresses frustration at not receiving help and asks if she can purchase government surplus items. Senator Thomas reassures her that he will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Quapaw,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Mrs. Lottie Farrington and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Affairs and Relief Aid in 1935")
![["Vern Thompson informed that he would be leaving this afternoon and that Disney was confident he could have the Quapaw Indian bill H.R. 11231 passed next Wednesday. The Budget Bureau's report had not been received yet, and Thompson mentioned that early action was promised on the bill when it reached the Senate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Quapaw,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Memorandum Regarding the Progress of Quapaw Indian Bill H.R. 11231 in the Senate")
![["The text is a telegram regarding Indian matters in Florida, sent from Washington to Oklahoma. The sender is informing the recipient that Collier and Ick have gone to Florida to look over the Indian matters, and upon their return, they will press for action on the mentioned matters. The sender also advises the recipient to join them on behalf of Phillips."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_25_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seminole,%20Mar.-Jun.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_25_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Vintage Western Union Telegram Communication")