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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Honorable Mn. Zimmerman Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry
- Date:
- 1937-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribal Land Rights in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-03-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondences on Land Rights and Financial Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1937-03-11
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1937 Correspondence on Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Funds
- Date:
- 1937-04-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Chief William A. Durant of the Choctaws, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Salary Disputes of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Authorization Letter for the Purchase of Supplies for the Committee on Indian Affairs, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Suggestions for Revisions to Report on Osage Civilization Bill
- Date:
- 1937-04-12
- Creator:
- Disney, Wesley E. (Wesley Ernest), 1883-1961
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939), 76th (1939-1941), 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw Tribal Lands in 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Salary Matters, 1937
- Date:
- 1937-04-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["Elmer Thomas writes to Zimmerman regarding a land purchase inquiry made by John Craig of the Dierks Lumber and Coal Company in Oklahoma. Craig is willing to purchase land in LeFlore, Pushmataha, and McCurtain counties, and Thomas asks Zimmerman to contact him directly about the matter."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence between Elmer Thomas and Honorable Mn. Zimmerman Regarding Land Purchase Inquiry")
![["Mrs. J. F. Pratt, Jr. writes to Senator Elmer Thomas about the Choctaw-Chickasaw Rights in the Fitts Oil Field. She expresses concern that the money from tribal properties is not benefiting enrolled members of the tribes and urges Senator Thomas to work towards per capita payments for them. She also mentions the struggles of her relatives who are in need of assistance. She requests that Senator Thomas consider their perspective and take action to address these issues."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribal Land Rights in 1937")
![["The text includes correspondence between individuals and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding settlements and funds owed to Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian tribes in Oklahoma. There are discussions about legal matters, land disputes, and the need for per capita payments to tribal members. The letters express frustration over delays and the need for action to ensure that the tribes receive what is owed to them."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondences on Land Rights and Financial Settlement for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribes")
![["Schulte inquires about potential per capita payments for Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians, but Senator Thomas advises that the Bureau is not planning any such payments. He suggests that using the funds as a revolving fund would be more beneficial. Schulte seeks further information on the matter."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1937 Correspondence on Choctaw and Chickasaw Tribal Funds")
![["The letter from Elmer Thomas informs William A. Durant that a copy of his appointment has been sent to David Budros. It also states that the affidavit of Durant's appointment was received on April 5 and the receipt was mailed to the Department of Interior on April 6. Thomas hopes Durant has received his first month's service payment and sends his regards."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Chief William A. Durant of the Choctaws, 1937")
![["The text is a series of communications between Honorable W. A. Durant, Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, and various officials regarding the issuance of duplicate authorization for the payment of his salary. Chief Durant is requesting prompt action on the matter and seeking clarification on why his salary has not been paid. Senator Elmer Thomas is mentioned as being involved in resolving the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Salary Disputes of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation in 1937")
![["The letter authorizes Wiss Elizebeth Durant to purchase necessary supplies for use in the Committee on Indian Affairs work, but specifies that all supplies must be purchased through Elmer Thomes' office. Thomes requests a careful check be made of all supplies charged to the Committee."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Authorization Letter for the Purchase of Supplies for the Committee on Indian Affairs, 1937")
![["Wesley E. Disney is writing to Acting Secretary of the Interior Charles West regarding a report on the Osage Civilization Bill. Disney suggests corrections to the report, including removing discussion of attorneys' fees and a quotation from the Attorney General's letter. Disney believes these changes will clarify the issue and strengthen the support for the bill, which has already passed the Senate three times."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_46_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Suggestions for Revisions to Report on Osage Civilization Bill")
![["Joshua Anderson writes to Senator Elmer Thomas and Commissioner of Indian Affairs John Collier to protest the sale of Choctaw tribal lands due to concerns about theft of timber, potential oil and gas drilling, and the land's future development potential. He suggests selling the timber separately and holding off on the land sale until further investigation can be conducted. He also questions the short notice given for the sale and emphasizes the importance of preserving common holdings for the Choctaw people."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw Tribal Lands in 1937")
![["The Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation, William A. Durant, wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas thanking him for his prompt attention to a matter regarding his salary warrants. He received a letter stating that his check would be received that week."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw,%20Jan.-June,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Principal Chief of Choctaw Nation to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Salary Matters, 1937")