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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_25_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Contractual Disputes between Seminole Nation and John B. Campbell: A 1935 Solicitor's Opinion
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_27_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Trust Management for Native American Beneficiaries in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Thomas Regarding Amendments to the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Bill
- 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_3_0003
- 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 Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Relief Bill Amendments
- 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_3_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Commissioner John Collier Regarding a Telegram from Winslow, Arizona
- 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_3_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Western Union Telegram Requesting Hearings on Oklahoma Relief Bill
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Elmer Thomas's Letter to William Zimmerman Regarding Indian Reorganization Act Election Results
- 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_3_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Regarding the Indian Reorganization Act Election Results
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Abstract Poetry: A Journey Through Words and Meanings
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_35_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Western Union Telegraph System: A Historical Document
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["The Office of the Solicitor for the United States Department of the Interior has been asked to provide an opinion on a contract between the Seminole Nation of Indians in Oklahoma and John B. Campbell for legal services. The contract has been subject to multiple assignments, with questions arising about the validity of these assignments. The Solicitor determines that the contract should have terminated after a five-year period unless extended due to ongoing litigation. The death of certain parties involved does not automatically end the contract, but the new assignments may not be valid without the consent of all parties involved."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of Contractual Disputes between Seminole Nation and John B. Campbell: A 1935 Solicitor's Opinion")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is requesting an update on three Indian trusts that have not yet been approved by the Department of the Interior. The Commerce Trust Company is seeking clarification on the requirements that need to be met for approval. They are also discussing the importance of handling the funds of rich Indians in the best possible manner to ensure the protection of the Indians and their dependents. Senator Thomas is asked to investigate the status of the trusts and provide information on why they have not been approved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_27_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Trusts,%20Sept.-Oct.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_27_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Trust Management for Native American Beneficiaries in 1935")
![["The Commissioner of Indian Affairs is writing to Senator Thomas regarding a bill concerning the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Bill. The Commissioner points out errors in the language of the bill, specifically regarding the benefits being confined to Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes. The Commissioner suggests amendments to ensure the bill applies to all Indians of the State of Oklahoma. Additionally, there are errors in section numbers that need to be corrected."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Thomas Regarding Amendments to the Oklahoma Indian Welfare Bill")
![["Elmer Thomas is writing to Commissioner John Collier regarding a suggested amendment to the Oklahoma Indian Relief Bill. He encourages Collier to have any necessary amendments ready for when the bill comes before the Committee, as he wants the bill to be in the best shape possible. Thomas expresses his willingness to consider any amendments that may be proposed."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Elmer Thomas Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Relief Bill Amendments")
![["Elmer Thomas received a telegram from people in Winslow, Arizona regarding a matter related to the Office of Indian Affairs, and he is forwarding it to Commissioner John Collier for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Commissioner John Collier Regarding a Telegram from Winslow, Arizona")
![["The sender is requesting authorization for hearings on an Oklahoma relief bill from Honorable John Collier at the Office of Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. They suggest having attorneys representing various interested Tribes attend the hearings. Patrons should check the class of service desired for the message to avoid being transmitted as a full-rate communication."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Western Union Telegram Requesting Hearings on Oklahoma Relief Bill")
![["Elmer Thomas acknowledges receipt of a letter from Assistant Commissioner William Zimmerman, Jr. regarding the results of elections held under the Indian Reorganization Act. Thomas expresses thanks and good wishes in response."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Elmer Thomas's Letter to William Zimmerman Regarding Indian Reorganization Act Election Results")
![["The text is a letter from the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Chairman Elmer Thomas, providing him with the results of the elections held under the Indian Reorganization Act as requested by Grorud."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Collier,%20John,%201935-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_3_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Regarding the Indian Reorganization Act Election Results")
![["The text is a message to someone named Honella, asking for help in getting money to Jimmy Faymen. The writer mentions a need for a Sipe and mentions difficulties with getting the money. They emphasize the urgency of the situation and ask for a prompt response."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Abstract Poetry: A Journey Through Words and Meanings")
![["The text is about a telegram sent to US Senator Elmer Thomas in Washington, D.C. The sender is requesting information about Commissioner John Collier of the Indian Offices and if he will be available for a meeting on May 25 or 26. The sender wants a response sent collect to Henryetta, Oklahoma. The text also mentions the quickest, surest, and safest way to send money is by telegraph or cable."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Western Union Telegraph System: A Historical Document")