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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Charles E. Grounds and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Relief for the Seminole Tribe in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-09-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1936-09-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence Regarding the Thoms-Rogers Act
- Date:
- 1936-09-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_32_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Correspondence between Mrs. Argie Whitthorne and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Aid for Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-09-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Elmer Thomas' Efforts for Relief under the Indian Welfare Act: A Letter to Alfred Harper
- Date:
- 1936-09-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Financial Status of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1936
- Date:
- 1936-09-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Committee Recognition
- Date:
- 1936-09-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Jim Kahdot Regarding Relief for Indian Citizens
- Date:
- 1936-09-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1936-10-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Estate of Full-Blood Creek Indian, Jackson Barnett
- Date:
- 1936-10-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["Charles E. Grounds, an attorney from Seminole, Oklahoma, writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting relief for the Seminole Tribe, who are facing financial difficulties and lack of employment opportunities. Senator Thomas responds, stating that he has appealed to the President for funds to help the destitute Indians and assures Grounds that he will continue to advocate for relief until action is taken. The Seminole Tribe owns land that could be used for a community project to provide employment and address their indigent Indian problems, but funding for the project has been exhausted. Grounds asks Senator Thomas for guidance on how to secure relief for the Tribe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Seminole,%20May-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_56_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Charles E. Grounds and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Relief for the Seminole Tribe in 1936")
![["The Commissioner of Indian Affairs received a letter from Senator Elmer Thomas regarding Chambers and is referring the matter to the chief of the Land Division and the Solicitor of the Department."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Commissioner of Indian Affairs to Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["In the letter dated September 22, 1936, Elmer Thomas informs Honorable Wilburn Cartwright that no new positions are to be created under the Thoms-Rogers Act due to lack of funds. He suggests that Cartwright confer with Collier and advises that he will be available in Oklahoma City later in the week. Thomas expresses willingness to endorse any new officials appointed by Collier if he changes his mind."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20General%20and%20Miscellaneous,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_44_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence Regarding the Thoms-Rogers Act")
![["Mrs. Argie Whitthorne writes to Senator Elmer Thomas urging him to secure immediate aid for the Chickasaw and Choctaw Indians who are suffering due to a severe drought. Senator Thomas responds, assuring her of his efforts to help and stating that he has requested an allocation of funds for the Tribes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_32_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_32_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Correspondence between Mrs. Argie Whitthorne and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Aid for Chickasaw and Choctaw Tribes")
![["The letter is a response to Alfred Harper's inquiry about the Indian Welfare Act. The author suggests contacting the Superintendent of the Agency for information on the relief program for Indians. The author also mentions making an appeal to the President for direct relief for distressed Indians and assures continued efforts in the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Relief%20Measures,%20Apr.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Elmer Thomas' Efforts for Relief under the Indian Welfare Act: A Letter to Alfred Harper")
![["Mrs. Pearl Sellers wrote a letter inquiring about the funds of the Five Civilized Tribes, and Senator Elmer Thomas is referring her letter to the Department to provide her with more information. He also mentions that while a per capita payment may not be possible, efforts are being made to provide relief for the distressed Indians. Senator Thomas also writes to Honorable John Collier, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, asking him to directly advise Mrs. Sellers on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Financial Status of the Five Civilized Tribes in 1936")
![["The letter is a response to Joe Simon's inquiry about the recognition of a committee elected on September 17th. The sender, Elmer Thomas, mentions that he will need to discuss the matter with the Indian Office before providing further information. Thomas expresses his best wishes and signs off as a friend."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Committee Recognition")
![["The letter is from Elmer Thomas, addressing Jim Kahdot regarding relief for Indian citizens. Thomas mentions making an appeal to the President for funds and advises Kahdot to stay in touch with his Superintendent for updates on the situation. Thomas assures Kahdot that he will continue his efforts to secure the necessary relief."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to Jim Kahdot Regarding Relief for Indian Citizens")
![["Elmer Thomas received a letter from the Office of Indian Affairs regarding Joe Simon and will provide further information once a report is received."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pottawatomies,%20Jun-Oct.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_53_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Elmer Thomas to Joe Simon Regarding Indian Affairs")
![["The letter is regarding the approval of an agreement between claimants to the estate of Jackson Barnett, a deceased full-blood Creek Indian. The agreement is being reviewed by the United States Attorney and the Secretary of the Interior. The letter discusses the approval process and potential concerns about the agreement, but ultimately suggests that it should be approved with certain conditions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Barnett,%20Jackson,%20Nov.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_29_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Estate of Full-Blood Creek Indian, Jackson Barnett")