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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Osage Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Mrs. Lottie Farrington and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Affairs and Relief Aid in 1935
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona, Quapaw Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0007
- 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 State of the Country and Potential Opportunities in Indian Health Services
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- 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_4_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Shipment of Furniture from Flandreau Indian School, 1935
- Date:
- 1935-04-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0003
- 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 William L. Seawell Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill
- Date:
- 1935-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0002
- 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 T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1936-12-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Participants of the 1902 and 1904 Elections
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_63_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to the U.S. Senator on Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands
- Date:
- 1937-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939)
![["The letter is a thank you note from Senator Thomas to Chief Lookout and the Pawhuska Tribe for visiting Washington. The Senator expresses pleasure in extending courtesies and offers assistance. Thanks are also given to F. N. Edwards for his appreciation of the visit."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Osage,%20Jan.-June.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_18_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1935 Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and Chief Fred Lookout of the Osage Tribe")
![["The text consists of two letters, one from Mrs. Lottie Farrington to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting assistance for her family, and another from Senator Thomas responding to her request. Mrs. Farrington explains her financial difficulties and her children's need for school clothes and shoes. Senator Thomas expresses his desire to help and suggests reaching out to local agencies for assistance. Mrs. Farrington expresses frustration at not receiving help and asks if she can purchase government surplus items. Senator Thomas reassures her that he will do what he can to help."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Quapaw,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_24_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Mrs. Lottie Farrington and Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Affairs and Relief Aid in 1935")
![["The letter is from Dr. M. E. Tatman to Senator Elmer Thomas discussing economic issues, inflation, and potential opportunities for Dr. Tatman to work in the Indian Service. The letter also mentions Paul Mallon's comments on inflation and suggests strategies for political success. Dr. Tatman also expresses interest in working with Indian women for the advancement of their race."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Financial State of the Country and Potential Opportunities in Indian Health Services")
![["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 letter is a correspondence between Grover Blackstone, a Freight Agent for The Pennsylvania Railroad, and Elmer Thomas, Chairman of the Committee on Indian Affairs in the U.S. Senate. Blackstone is requesting Thomas to surrender a government bill of lading for a shipment of furniture from the Flandreau Indian School, and Thomas responds that he has received the bill of lading but is unable to send it at that time. Thomas also requests information regarding the articles received from the Indian School."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Shipment of Furniture from Flandreau Indian School, 1935")
![["The text is a letter from William L. Seawell to Senator Elmer Thomas discussing the Oklahoma Indian bill and the disapproval of Section 8. Seawell expresses concern about the political impact of the bill in Eastern Oklahoma and suggests amendments to strengthen certain provisions. He also mentions that both houses of the State Legislature passed a resolution objecting to the bill. Seawell offers his assistance and support to Senator Thomas in navigating the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Legislative%20Suggestions,%20Jan.-Aug.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_15_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Elmer Thomas and William L. Seawell Regarding the Oklahoma Indian Bill")
![["Blackhawk writes to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting information and assistance with a project involving mineral waters in Guthrie, Oklahoma. He explains his experience as a masseur and his desire to run a bath house to support his family. He asks for government assistance under the TOMAS-ROGERS Indian welfare bill and expresses willingness to pay back any financing. He mentions previous correspondence with Congressman Will Rogers and requests a prompt response from Senator Thomas."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Senator Elmer Thomas and T.M. Blackhawk Regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill and a Bath House Project in Oklahoma")
![["R.L. Ream is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to submit names of people who participated in elections in 1902 and 1904 and can support his statements. He mentions writing a similar letter to Senator Josh Lee and plans to send copies to each member of the Congressional Delegation. Ream congratulates Thomas on his stance on the President and expresses willingness to cooperate. He also expresses interest in meeting Thomas if he is in Oklahoma City."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw,%20July,%201937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_61_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Participants of the 1902 and 1904 Elections")
![["Rose Alexander, a concerned Indian, is writing to Honorable Elmer Thomas, U.S. Senator and Chairman on Indian Affairs, expressing her concerns about the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. She believes that the timber has increased in value since it was appraised in 1912 and should not be sold at the same price. She also raises concerns about the government neglecting the timber on the land and allowing people to remove it for commercial purposes. Alexander requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation and adjustment of the timber removal has been made, and that mineral rights on the land be reserved."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas Regarding Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands")
![["The letter is from Robert Herry null, an Indian concerned about the sale of valuable timbered lands in the Eastern part of the state. He believes that the land and timber should be sold at a higher value due to the growth of the timber since it was appraised in 1912. He also expresses concern about the government neglecting the timber and allowing people to remove it for commercial purposes. Robert requests that the sale be postponed until an investigation is conducted and the mineral rights are reserved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20and%20Chickasaw,%20Sale%20of%20Timberlands,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0014_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to the U.S. Senator on Unfair Sale of Indian Timber Lands")