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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities and Land Rights for Pawnee Indians in the 1930s
- Date:
- 1930-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 71st (1929-1931)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Jefferson Memorial Plaza Funding
- Date:
- 1931-03-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Pawnee Tribe's Claim for Legislation: Request for Funds and Delegation to Washington
- Date:
- 1932-01-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Pawnee Indians Gain Access to Historical Records
- Date:
- 1932-01-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Pawnee Tribal Council Funding and Jurisdiction Request
- Date:
- 1932-02-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 72nd (1931-1933)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_29_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Joint Resolution for Reform and Recognition of Federal-Indian Relations
- Date:
- 1934-06-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 73rd (1933-1935)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- Legal Proceedings Involving the Pit River Indian Tribe Land Ownership Rights
- Date:
- 1934-06-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Modoc Indians
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, United States
- Congress:
- 91st (1969-1971)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appropriation for Payment to Osage Tribe of Indians: H.R. 4080
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937), 76th (1939-1941), 75th (1937-1939)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislation and Expenditures: A Discussion on Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 75th (1937-1939), 74th (1935-1937), 76th (1939-1941)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Fictitious Watchdog: A Memo on Jack Cochrane's Treasury Claims
- Date:
- 1935-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 76th (1939-1941), 75th (1937-1939), 74th (1935-1937)
![["The text is a series of letters and a statement from John Moses, a Pawnee Indian, discussing various issues related to employment, land ownership, and relief work at the Pawnee Indian Agency in Oklahoma. Moses requests assistance from Senator Elmer Thomas in ensuring that veterans and Indian individuals are given preference for jobs and raises concerns about the quality of relief cattle and the handling of annuity money. He also describes how the Fair Ground land was leased without full tribal consent."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Pawnee,%20Feb.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_21_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities and Land Rights for Pawnee Indians in the 1930s")
![["The document is addressing concerns about a proposed Memorial Plaza in St. Louis, Missouri, and why it should not be approved. The reasons include opposition from the City Plan Commission, fraudulent bond issues, lack of funds for construction, legal disputes, existing memorials to Thomas Jefferson, potential displacement of industry and workers, and a four-year delay in progress. The document urges the recipient to consider these reasons and not support the project."]](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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Jefferson Memorial Plaza Funding")
![["The Pawnee tribe in Oklahoma held a meeting to discuss their claim and decided to send a delegation to Washington to present their case. They requested funds from the Agency Tribal Fund to cover expenses related to the claim, including transportation and attorney fees. The resolution was unanimously adopted and approved by Superintendent A. R. Snyder."]](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_49_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Pawnee Tribe's Claim for Legislation: Request for Funds and Delegation to Washington")
![["Pawnee Indians visited Governor Murray at the State Capitol in Oklahoma to gain access to historical records in order to obtain information about promises made to them by the national government during their forced relocation. The tribe requested permission to inspect records of the Oklahoma Historical Society. Governor Murray met with the tribe, including junior chief George Roberts and senior chief Henry Chapman, to discuss their request. Additionally, a letter dated January 12, 1932, indicates that there has been a change in the amount of funding requested by the Pawnee tribe for their use, and they are awaiting approval."]](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_49_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Pawnee Indians Gain Access to Historical Records")
![["The document is requesting information and documents related to Pawnee funds and claims against the government. It also mentions the need for correspondence regarding Pawnee territory and treaties to prepare for a lawsuit. Additionally, it includes a clipping of a meeting between Pawnee councilmen and the governor."]](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_49_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201921-1938/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_49_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Pawnee Tribal Council Funding and Jurisdiction Request")
![["This text is a joint resolution introduced in the Senate to establish the American Indian Policy Review Commission. It aims to recognize and respect the legal relationship between American Indian people and the Federal Government, with the goal of developing a new national Indian policy to support the development of Indian resources. It highlights the history of inadequate fulfillment of trust responsibilities towards Indian people and outlines the social and economic challenges faced by Indian communities."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_29_33_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20American%20Indian%20Policy%20Review%20Commission,%20Legislation,%201973%20Mar.%20-%201977%20Nov.,%201973-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_02_29_33_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of the American Indian Policy Review Commission: A Joint Resolution for Reform and Recognition of Federal-Indian Relations")
![["This text is a legal complaint filed by the Pit River Indian Tribe against government officials regarding the designation of beneficiaries for the XL Ranch Indian Reservation in California. The plaintiffs are seeking injunctive relief and mandamus to ensure compliance with the Fifth Amendment and federal law in the decision-making process. The complaint outlines the history of the XL Ranch, the involvement of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the traditional significance of the land to the Pit River Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Pit%20River%20Indians%20Correspondence,%20Injunction,%20Background,%201969-1970/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_12_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Legal Proceedings Involving the Pit River Indian Tribe Land Ownership Rights")
![["The bill H.R. 4080 authorizes an appropriation of $776,742.03 for payment to the Osage Tribe of Indians for lands sold by the United States. The Comptroller General of the United States will determine any offsets or counterclaims, and the amount will be distributed to the tribe according to regulations. The Secretary of the Interior is authorized to pay fees and expenses to attorneys for the tribe."]](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_41_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_41_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Appropriation for Payment to Osage Tribe of Indians: H.R. 4080")
![["The document is a letter from John J. Cochran, Chairman of the Committee on Expenditures in the Executive Departments, to Wesley E. Disney discussing legislation affecting Indian Affairs. Cochran expresses his opposition to extending benefits to Indians, stating that the Federal Government has already been generous towards them. He advises Disney to look into the General Accounting Office for accurate statistics on government assistance to Indian Tribes. Cochran acknowledges the difficult nature of his job but emphasizes the importance of his duty to investigate such matters."]](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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation and Expenditures: A Discussion on Indian Affairs")
![["Jack Cochrane, who presents himself as a watchdog of the Treasury against Indian claims, has been criticized for taking credit for the work done by the Court of Claims and the Supreme Court in limiting the amount of money awarded to Indian claimants. Despite his claims of protecting the Treasury, he secured a large appropriation for a memorial in his district, far exceeding what the national capital invested in a memorial to Abraham Lincoln. His importance as a watchdog of the Treasury is seen as political and exaggerated."]](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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0003_thumbnail.jpg "The Fictitious Watchdog: A Memo on Jack Cochrane's Treasury Claims")