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- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Claims of the Five Civilized Tribes
- Date:
- 1936-11-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1936 Letter to the Senate Committee of Indian Affairs: A Proposal for Homeless Indians
- Date:
- 1936-11-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Assistance with Indian Project
- Date:
- 1936-11-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
![["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")
![["Ben Choate inquires about the claims of the Five Civilized Tribes pending before the Court of Claims, and Elmer Thomas responds that reports have been submitted and the consideration of the claims may be expedited, but it is uncertain when the court will reach them. He also mentions that per capita payments are not possible at the moment due to lack of funds, but may be considered at a later date. Ben Choate seeks more information on the matter and requests a prompt response from Elmer Thomas."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Claims of the Five Civilized Tribes")
![["The text is a letter from W. W. Hastings to Senators Elmer Thomas and Will Rogers regarding the purchase of land for homeless Indians. Hastings suggests buying land in communities where Indians already live, providing 20 acres for 50-60 families to create a community center with a school and church. He recommends placing a man and woman in charge to supervise and advise the families on farming, health, and housework. Hastings emphasizes the importance of providing resources like books, clothing, and lunches to ensure regular attendance at the school."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1936 Letter to the Senate Committee of Indian Affairs: A Proposal for Homeless Indians")
![["The letter is dated November 13, 1936, from Elmer Thomas to Joe Umber regarding an Indian project in McCurtain, Oklahoma. Thomas acknowledges Umber's concerns and states that he will follow up with the Indian Office to provide assistance and will update Umber when he has more information."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0000-Indians%20Affairs,%20Projects,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_54_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Assistance with Indian Project")