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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Bedoka regarding the American Indian Exposition, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Funding for the American Indian Exposition, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Advertisement for Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Understanding the Code and Format of a Western Union Telegram
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- List of U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations and Kiowa Reservation Tribal Council Members, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Communication Protocol and Sample Message
- 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_9A_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Letter Discussing Land Acquisition and School Appropriation for Seneca Tribe
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Jasper Saunkeah's Regarding the Appointment of J.R. Turnbill as District Game Ranger, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Saunkeah, Jasper Betaugei Sr. (1888-1959)
- Names:
- Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Comanche Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Indian Field Service Correspondence to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Elmer Thomas is informing Bedoka, President of the American Indian Exposition, that he has received a response from the Indian Office regarding a recent communication. He is enclosing a copy of the reply and hopes that the arrangement made is satisfactory. Thomas sends his good wishes to Bedoka."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fairs%20and%20Expositions,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Bedoka regarding the American Indian Exposition, 1935")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from the Commissioner of Indian Affairs informing him that a supplemental allotment of $200 was being made to the Kiowa Agency for expenses related to the American Indian Exposition. The total contribution towards the project is $700. Senator Thomas had previously received a telegram from Bedoka requesting an increase in funding for the exhibit premiums at the exposition, and he replied that he would ask the Indian Office to consider increasing the amount."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fairs%20and%20Expositions,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Funding for the American Indian Exposition, 1935")
![["The text discusses the ongoing issues and challenges faced by Native American tribes, particularly in Oklahoma and the Navajo reservations. It highlights the push for legislation to protect Indian rights and address issues such as exploitation and lack of resources. The consolidation of various programs under one leader on the Navajo reservations is also discussed as a step towards progress. Opposition from special interests and political obstacles are hindering the implementation of beneficial measures for Native Americans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Affairs in 1935: Challenges, Legislation, and Progress")
![["The Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California offers a variety of Indian arts and crafts from eighty tribes, including baskets, rugs, silver, pottery, clothing, and antiques. They also offer mail orders and guarantee satisfaction. The owner, R.O. Cregar, is a U.S. Licensed Indian Trader and a member of the United Traders Association."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Advertisement for Palm Canyon Indian Trading Post in Palm Springs, California")
![["The text is a telegram from Tom Anglin to Senator Elmer Thomas in Washington, D.C. requesting copies of recommendations from the Interior Department or Indian Commissioner to Congress in support of an act from 1906. The text also mentions Western Union gift orders."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Understanding the Code and Format of a Western Union Telegram")
![["The text lists the members of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations and provides a copy of a letter regarding the annual election for members of the Tribal Council on the Kiowa Reservation. The letter includes the names of the elected members from various tribes and mentions that the Council now has ten members. The letter was copied by M.E.P. on December 9, 1935."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0009_thumbnail.jpg "List of U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations and Kiowa Reservation Tribal Council Members, 1935")
![["The text is a message sent by Elmer Thomas to the Senate Committee on Appropriations regarding the removal of a section from a bill affecting suits in the Court of Claims. Thomas congratulates the recipients and all affected Indians. The message is sent as a day letter using the Western Union service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Communication Protocol and Sample Message")
![["The letter is discussing a request for school funding to complete the purchase of Seneca land. The Superintendent has forwarded the request to the Indian Department, and is willing to provide further recommendations if needed. The letter asks for the Senator's assistance in following up on the matter with the Indian commissioner."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Letter Discussing Land Acquisition and School Appropriation for Seneca Tribe")
![["Jasper Saunkeah's is requesting a letter of recommendation from Senator Elmer Thomas for J.R. Turnbill of Anadarko, Oklahoma, for the position of District Game Ranger. Saunkeah's highlights Turnbill's qualifications and support for Senator Thomas and Governor Marland. Senator Thomas responds, expressing his opinion on endorsements and forwarding a letter regarding the Indian Bill for the relief of Oklahoma Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Senator Elmer Thomas and Jasper Saunkeah's Regarding the Appointment of J.R. Turnbill as District Game Ranger, 1935")
![["This text is a mailing label from the Indian Field Service in Phoenix, Arizona, addressed to Senator Elmer Thomas in Washington, D.C. It mentions a penalty for private use and states that it is official business."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_9A_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Indian Field Service Correspondence to Senator Elmer Thomas")