Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK American Indian Exposition: A Historical Letter from 1945 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000, Box 1, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Miscellaneous,%20Mar.-Dec.,%201945/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_053_12_11_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887433 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Miscellaneous,%20Mar.-Dec.,%201945/CACC_CC_053_12_11_1_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Wichita and Affiliated Tribes; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation; Delaware Tribe of Indians 3 Pages The text is a letter discussing plans for the American Indian Exposition in Oklahoma, including the need for funds and entertainment, and an invitation for Senator Elmer Thomas to attend. The letter also mentions support from Congressman Jed Johnson and Governor Kerr for federal and state funds for the event. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1946 Correspondence Regarding Tribal Delegation Limitations and Indian Affairs 1946-03-13 1946-03-13 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000, Box 16B, Folder 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887520 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Comanche Nation; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Caddo Nation of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Wichita and Affiliated Tribes 3 Pages Senator Elmer Thomas received a letter from Tennyson Berry, a Kiowa-Apache Indian, protesting the Office of Indian Affairs' decision to limit the tribal delegation to one member from each tribe due to budget constraints. The letter explained that although some tribes had enough funds to pay for a larger delegation, Congress had placed limitations on the expenditure of tribal funds for council and delegation expenses. The Office of Indian Affairs had requested a supplemental authorization for additional funds, but it had not been approved yet. Berry expressed disappointment in the decision and requested Senator Thomas' support in securing more funds for the delegation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1946 Letter to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs Regarding Kiowa Indian Deputy U.S. Marshal's Request 1946-05-13 1946-05-13 Saunkeah, Jasper Betaugei Sr. (1888-1959) http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000, Box 16B, Folder 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887521 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Kiowa-Apache,%20Mar.-May,%201946/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0003.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Apache Tribe of Oklahoma; Comanche Nation 3 Pages Elmer Thomas writes to the Commissioner of Indian Affairs recommending that a delegation from the Kiowa, Comanche, and Apache tribes be authorized to come to Washington to appear before the Senate Committee on Appropriations. This recommendation is based on a message from Jasper Saunkeah's, a Kiowa Indian who is also a Deputy U.S. Marshal in Oklahoma City. Thomas requests that Saunkeah's wishes be complied with. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Post-War Negotiations for the Sale of Coal and Asphalt Lands to Benefit Native American Tribes: A Letter from Wes L. Robertson to Floyd Maytubby 1946-06-22 1946-06-22 Maytubby, Floyd, 1893-1963 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0000, Box 14A, Folder 23, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0023 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_0023_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887491 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/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0023.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The author, Wes L. Robertson, is informing Floyd Maytubby about his efforts to benefit Native Americans by selling coal and asphalt lands. There are challenges in negotiating a price with the tribes, and Robertson is seeking support through a petition. He plans to meet with government officials to push for a resolution. Robertson also mentions his past experiences and expresses a desire to visit Maytubby in the future. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Confidential Assistance in Obtaining a Broadcasting License 1946-11-27 1946-11-27 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_3_3_0000, Box, 3, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_3_3_0005 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_3_3_0000-Commerce,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_3_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/861586 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_3_3_0000-Commerce,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_3_3_0005.pdf correspondence Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma; Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma 4 Pages Mr. Gaffney is seeking information on how to obtain a license to operate a radio broadcasting station in Pryor, Oklahoma. He has contacted Congressman Schwabe for assistance, who in turn has asked Mrs. Warren to obtain the necessary information and application forms from the Federal Communications Commission. Congressman Schwabe assures Mr. Gaffney that he will help keep his application confidential and offers his assistance in any way possible. Text