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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_20_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Immigration Inquiry for Nephews: April 15, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Schwabe's Letter to G. E. Williams Lumber Company Regarding His Opposition to the Patman Bill and the OPA
- Date:
- 1946-04-15
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Telegrams and Resolutions on the Preference Right Policy for Lessee of Indian Lands
- Date:
- 1946-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0005
- 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 the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-17
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Mrs. M. J. Wallace's Postcard Regarding the 'Atoka Agreement'
- Date:
- 1946-04-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_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 Changes in Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Agency Leasing Policies, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-18
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Land Disposition in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_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 Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_19_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Senate Bill 1086 and the Opinions of the Tribal Council, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document dated April 15, 1946, addressed to Mr. Theodore Drakos in Tulsa, Oklahoma, discusses the interest in bringing his nephews from Greece to the United States. The nephews, Nickolais Drakopoulos and Andreas Drakopoulos, are a college professor and school teacher respectively. The document explains the regulations for non-quota status for immigrants with specific professions such as ministers or professors. It suggests that the nephews may have a better chance of coming to the United States on a non-quota basis. Additionally, the letter includes information from the Department of State and an application for admission for the nephews."]](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_3_20_0000-Immigration%20Authorities,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_20_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Immigration Inquiry for Nephews: April 15, 1946")
![["George B. Schwabe received a telegram urging him to vote against subsidies provided by the Patman Bill and to restrict the OPA. He is against subsidies and has tried to kill the subsidy provision in the bill. He is also against the OPA and was one of only twelve members to vote against its extension. Schwabe is committed to his position on these issues and appreciates the support he has received."]](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_7_6_0000-Subsidies,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Schwabe's Letter to G. E. Williams Lumber Company Regarding His Opposition to the Patman Bill and the OPA")
![["Sturdivant inquired about the status of the proposed sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw coal and asphalt deposits. The Secretary of the Interior is considering a report on the value of the deposits. Once a contract is agreed upon and signed by tribal officials, it will be presented to the tribes for approval and then to Congress for final approval. Senator Thomas will keep Sturdivant updated on the progress of the sale."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Proposed Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits, 1946")
![["The text is discussing the issue of preference rights to lease Indian lands and the impact it has on the community. It includes a resolution passed by a committee to reinstate preference rights immediately, as they believe it is essential for the economy and conservation of Indian lands. The resolution also addresses the need for fair lease appraisals and adjustments based on farm commodity prices. The resolution is to be telegraphed to relevant authorities for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Telegrams and Resolutions on the Preference Right Policy for Lessee of Indian Lands")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the appointment of J.H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. The letters explain that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and that the position does not have to be confirmed by the Senate. The writers express their interest in Indian affairs and ask for support in recommending Belvin for the position."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["Mrs. M. J. Wallace wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the provisions of the Atoka Agreement for the Chickasaw-Choctaw Tribes of Indians. Senator Thomas explains that a law was passed in 1944 for the government to purchase asphalt and coal deposits, and a contract is being drawn up for members of the tribes to consider and vote on. If approved, the contract will be sent to Congress for ratification. Senator Thomas assures Mrs. Wallace that he is working to get the tribal estate adjusted and appreciates her interest."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Senator Elmer Thomas' Response to Mrs. M. J. Wallace's Postcard Regarding the 'Atoka Agreement'")
![["Elmer Thomas, a senator, is writing to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs, Win. A. Brophy, on behalf of his Indian constituents who are protesting the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Agency's new policy on preference rights of lessees. The new policy does not give the old lessees preference in bidding for the land, causing concern among those who have invested time, labor, and money in improving the land. Thomas is requesting Brophy to reconsider the new policy and reinstate the old ruling to avoid potential conflicts among neighbors and the Indian community. Carl D. Garriott, one of the constituents, also writes to Thomas expressing similar concerns and requesting his assistance in persuading the Indian Department to change the new ruling. He emphasizes the urgency of the situation as sealed bids on Indian lands must be filed by the end of April. Both Thomas and Garriott express gratitude for any help that can be provided."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Changes in Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Agency Leasing Policies, 1946")
![["Mrs. Jake Moseley is inquiring about the sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw coal and asphalt lands, and Senator Elmer Thomas suggests contacting Indian Office officials for information. Mrs. Moseley also asks about payments to Chickasaw Indians for their mineral rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Chickasaw and Choctaw Land Disposition in 1946")
![["The letter is written by Mrs. Thos. O. Kirby and Andy, Choctaw tribe members, to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting the appointment of J.H. Belvin as the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. They express the need for a change in leadership and believe Belvin will be a good advocate for the tribe. They emphasize the importance of providing for the needs of the tribe members. The Senator is advised to recommend Belvin directly to the Secretary of the Interior."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["The letter is discussing a bill that was passed without the consent of restricted Indians, and the Tribal Council wants the bill to be passed in a different form. The letter also mentions efforts being made to get Senate Bill 1086 passed and asks for support in this endeavor."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_19_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Apr.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_19_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Senate Bill 1086 and the Opinions of the Tribal Council, 1946")