Correspondence Regarding the Construction of Dams and Reservoirs on Indian Allotments in 1936
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Construction of Dams and Reservoirs on Indian Allotments in 1936
- Date Created:
- 1936-09-25
- EDTF:
- 1936-09-25
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Rights:
- http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/
- Language:
- eng
- Record Type:
- correspondence
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Collection Finding Aid:
- https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47
- Description:
- The letter is a response from the Office of Indian Affairs to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the suggestion to construct dams and reservoirs on Indian allotments. The Office has taken steps to authorize the use of Indian moneys for the construction of such dams. The letter acknowledges the benefits that will accrue to the Indians and the State of Oklahoma. Additionally, the Office is making efforts to secure emergency funds for Indian rehabilitation and relief, utilizing various avenues of help for needy Indians. The Office appreciates Senator Thomas's help and assistance in the matter.
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 74th (1935-1937)
- Physical Location:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_55_0000, Box 55, Folder 10, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving
- Location Represented:
- Oklahoma (state), United States (nation)
- Type:
- Text
- Extent:
- 10 Pages
