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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding Tribal Delegation Limitations and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1946-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Comanche Nation, Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma, Caddo Nation of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on Osage Indian Affairs in Washington
- Date:
- 1946-03-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Coal-Asphalt Land Sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Passage of Indian Claims Commission Bill: Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and Canuky Lowe
- Date:
- 1946-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0021
- 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-Chickasaw Tribal Mineral Lands, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Olive Leeper and Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Choctaw Indian Tribe Leadership
- Date:
- 1946-04-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Appointment of New Principal Chief for Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-04-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14C_0001
- 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 Delaware Tribe's Claims and Senate Indian Affairs Committee Hearings
- Date:
- 1946-04-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_15_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letters Regarding Land Disputes and Relocation Concerns of North American Indians in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Tennyson Berry, a Kiowa-Apache Indian, protesting the Office of Indian Affairs' decision to limit the tribal delegation to one member from each tribe due to budget constraints. The letter explained that although some tribes had enough funds to pay for a larger delegation, Congress had placed limitations on the expenditure of tribal funds for council and delegation expenses. The Office of Indian Affairs had requested a supplemental authorization for additional funds, but it had not been approved yet. Berry expressed disappointment in the decision and requested Senator Thomas' support in securing more funds for the delegation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding Tribal Delegation Limitations and Indian Affairs")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Frank McCoy discusses the visit of Osage Superintendent, Tribal Attorney, and members of the Osage Council to Washington. They were primarily interested in the Huleh Dam project and appeared before a House subcommittee on appropriations. Schwabe assures McCoy that the visit was not related to legislation affecting the Osage Indians and their interests. McCoy is encouraged to reach out for any further information or assistance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Interior,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Osage Indian Affairs in Washington")
![["Underwood sent a letter to Senator Thomas on behalf of the Choctaw Indians, regarding a resolution passed at a meeting. The letter acknowledges receipt of the resolution and states that it has been placed on the Senator's desk for his attention when he returns."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Correspondence Between Secretary John J. Underwood and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Choctaw Indians Resolution, 1946")
![["Elmer Thomas received a letter from Andy Young expressing interest in the sale of coal-asphalt land of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation. Thomas forwarded Young's letter to the Office of Indian Affairs for an update. He also received a letter from Jack Love inquiring about the status of the land sale, to which Thomas explained the process and current situation."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Coal-Asphalt Land Sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw Nation in 1946")
![["Mr. Canuky Lowe wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing his support for the Indian Claims Commission Bill, H.R. 4497. Schwabe replied, stating that he is a member of the House Committee on Indian Affairs and attended hearings on the bill. He believes it is the proper solution to the problem and is glad that Lowe favors its passage. Schwabe encouraged Lowe to continue supporting the bill for the welfare of Indians in Oklahoma and across the United States."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Passage of Indian Claims Commission Bill: Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and Canuky Lowe")
![["Benjamin Brinkley wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting information about the sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw tribal mineral lands. The Office of Indian Affairs responded, stating that negotiations for the sale are ongoing and that a contract will be executed and submitted to the tribes for approval. They assured Brinkley that he will be notified of any updates and that further correspondence on the matter may not be necessary. Senator Thomas also forwarded Brinkley's letter to the Office of Indian Affairs for consideration."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Tribal Mineral Lands, 1946")
![["Miss Olive Leeper wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas on March 22, 1946, suggesting the appointment of J.H. Belvin as the new Chief of the Choctaw Indian Tribe, replacing Durant. Senator Thomas responded on April 2, 1946, thanking Miss Leeper for her suggestions and assuring her that her views will be taken into consideration."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Olive Leeper and Senator Elmer Thomas Concerning the Choctaw Indian Tribe Leadership")
![["Leeper wrote a letter to Elmer Thomas on March 28th, suggesting a new Principal Chief for the Choctaw Indians in Oklahoma. Elmer Thomas responded on April 2nd, thanking Leeper for his suggestions and assuring him that they will be considered."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Appointment of New Principal Chief for Choctaw Tribe")
![["The author received a letter from Washington regarding hearings before the Senate Indian Affairs Committee for the Delaware Tribe. The author, who is no longer Chairman of the committee, referred the letter to the current Chairman, Senator O'Mahoney, who will provide information on the scheduled hearings and whether a hearing will be granted to the Delaware tribe. The author sends good wishes to Washington."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14C_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Delaware%20Indians,%20Apr.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14C_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Elmer Thomas Regarding the Delaware Tribe's Claims and Senate Indian Affairs Committee Hearings")
![["The letter dated May 4, 1946, acknowledges a letter from James Kahdot and states that it will be brought to the attention of Senator Thomas upon his return to Washington. The letter addresses concerns about the Fort Berthold Indians in North Dakota facing potential removal from their Reservation due to the Garrison Dam project. It urges support in writing to U.S. Senators and Congressmen to prevent this violation of Treaty stipulations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Miscellaneous,%20Mar.-Dec.,%201945/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_053_12_11_1_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letters Regarding Land Disputes and Relocation Concerns of North American Indians in 1946")