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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between a Choctaw Indian and Senator Elmer Thomas in 1946 Regarding Tribal Leadership
- Date:
- 1946-04-22
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-22
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0006
- 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 Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-05-04
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-05-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief for the Choctaw Nation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-31
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Cherokee Nation, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of J. H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Bill of 1946
- Date:
- 1946-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Selection of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The writer, who is a Choctaw Indian, is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas to recommend J.H. Belvin for the position of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Senator Thomas explains that the appointment is made by the President based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior and does not require Senate confirmation. He advises the writer to contact the Secretary of the Interior directly for further information."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between a Choctaw Indian and Senator Elmer Thomas in 1946 Regarding Tribal Leadership")
![["The text is a series of letters regarding the appointment of a Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians in Oklahoma. Thomas K. Snead expresses his interest in J. H. Belvin for the position, but notes that the appointment is ultimately up to the President and Secretary of the Interior. Belvin receives a letter indicating that several candidates are being considered and the possibility of holding an election for members to vote on the Chief. There is also mention of dissatisfaction with the Indian Office for their lack of cooperation and policy."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding the Appointment of the Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["Mrs. J.B. Johnson writes to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing her support for J.H. Belvin to be appointed as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. Senator Thomas explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and suggests that Mrs. Johnson write directly to the Secretary of the Interior. He also mentions that such appointments do not require Senate confirmation and are typically carried out by the administrative branch without consultation."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["The letter is from an enrolled Choctaw Indian asking Senator Elmer Thomas to recommend J. H. Belvin for the position of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. The appointment is not a legislative matter and is generally made upon recommendation and approval of the Senate. The appointment is made by recommendation to the Secretary of the Interior."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The letter dated May 6, 1946, from Elmer Thomas to Wallace Dixon discusses the recommendation of J. H. Bevin for Principal Chief of the Choctaws. It explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior and that the position does not require Senate confirmation. The letter advises Dixon to write directly to the Secretary of the Interior about the matter. Additionally, a group of enrolled Choctaw Indians and intermarried individuals also express their recommendation for Bevin as Principal Chief in a separate letter."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Principal Chief")
![["John Battiste is writing to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the appointment of J. H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. Senator Thomas explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and it does not require confirmation by the Senate. Senator Thomas advises Battiste to write directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further information."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The letter is from J.H. Belvin of Durant, Oklahoma, regarding his candidacy for appointment as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Nation. He expresses concern that current Chief Durant has been promised the appointment and urges Senator Elmer Thomas to support holding an official nominating convention to allow the tribe to have a voice in selecting their Chief. Belvin highlights the importance of democratic principles and the need for the tribe to have a say in their leadership. He also mentions the voting power of the Choctaw and Chickasaw people in elections and requests Senator Thomas' support in advocating for their right to choose their Chief through a fair and democratic process."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of a New Principal Chief for the Choctaw Nation in 1946")
![["The letter is from Robert Fulton to Elmer Thomas, expressing his support for J.H. Belvin to be appointed as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. Fulton mentions Belvin's qualifications and asks for Thomas' recommendation. Thomas responds, explaining the appointment process and suggesting that Fulton write directly to the Secretary of the Interior."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of J. H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["Mrs. Myrtle Creason wrote a letter to Honorable Elmer Thomas expressing gratitude for his support of the pending Indian Claims Bill. She mentioned that the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation appreciates his active interest in Indian affairs and hopes for the passage of the bill in the Senate. Mrs. Creason also thanked Senator Thomas for his encouragement and assistance in Indian matters."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Bill of 1946")
![["Mrs. Lovett wrote to Senator Thomas expressing her support for Belvin's appointment as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Senator Thomas reassured her that he has received positive endorsements for Belvin and would help if he could. He explained that the appointment does not need to be confirmed by the Senate, as it is typically made by the President based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior. Senator Thomas suggested that Mrs. Lovett write directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further information."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Selection of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe in 1946")