Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Western Union Telegraph Communication: A Historical Document 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000, Box 2, 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_10_2_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887537 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0002.pdf correspondence Labor Unions--United States 1 Page A message is being sent to Honorable W. G. Stigler in Stigler, Oklahoma regarding a request submitted to the Secretary of the Interior. The sender, Elmer Thomas, hopes to have a report on the action taken on Stigler's contract by the next day. Additionally, Western Union messengers are available for the delivery of notes and packages. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Telegraph and Cable Communication Services: Procedures and Guidelines 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000, Box 2, 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_10_2_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887538 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Indians,%20Jan.-Dec.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_2_0003.pdf correspondence Labor Unions--United States 1 Page The text provides instructions on the class of service desired for sending a message, as well as the potential charges for different types of communication. It also includes a sample message being sent to Honorable W. G. Stigler in Stigler, Oklahoma regarding a contract. It emphasizes the quick and safe way to send money is through telegraph or cable. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter of Thanks for Attendance at Inauguration 1942-1955 1942/1955 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 78th (1943-1945); 84th (1955-1957); 80th (1947-1949); 77th (1941-1943); 83rd (1953-1955); 82nd (1951-1953); 79th (1945-1947); 81st (1949-1951) Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection CAC_CC_33_5_0000, Box 8, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/21 CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/867187 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0013.pdf correspondence Business--United States 1 Page The document is a thank you note from Bill Stigler to Josh Lee for attending an "inauguration" event. Stigler mentions taking a photograph and expresses his pleasure in complying with Lee's request. The document ends with warm regards and a sign off as "Sincerely your friend, Bill W. G. Stigler, M.C." Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Political Scramble: Tulsa Office Center of Controversy 1945-01-01 1945-01-01 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_3_47_0000, Box, 3, 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_3_47_0001 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_47_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_47_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/861852 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_47_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_3_47_0001.pdf correspondence Business--United States; Agricultural laws and legislation 3 Pages The document discusses a political struggle over the location of the OPA office in Tulsa, with Congressman Stigler pushing for its relocation to Muskogee or Oklahoma City. There is also mention of a golf tournament and a baseball game between the Chicago Cubs and the Brooklyn Dodgers. The document at the end expresses frustration with OPA policies and economic conditions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding Legislative Bills 1945-03-07 1945-03-07 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0006 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862472 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0006.pdf correspondence Banks and banking--United States Shawnee Tribe 2 Pages In this text, Congressman W. G. Stigler is referring a constituent's letter to Honorable G. B. Schwabe for handling. The constituent expresses appreciation for Stigler's interest in introducing two measures and requests copies of the bills for distribution to committee members. The constituent also asks for a copy of the last report and record. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Supporting Increased Exemption for Soldiers from Income Tax 1945-03-26 1945-03-26 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 6, Folder 54, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0019 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_6_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0019_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873218 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_6_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0019.pdf correspondence 1 Page The document is addressed to Mr. Stigler regarding the exemption of soldiers' pay from income tax. The writer suggests a compromise of offering an exemption of $3000 to $4000 instead of full exemption to help relieve soldiers who are most oppressed by the current law. The writer also mentions the potential political implications of the bill and expresses hope for its success. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter of Thanks from Deep Rock Oil Corporation to Honorable George B. Schwabe 1945-06-21 1945-06-21 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 36, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0012 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0012_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862272 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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0012.pdf correspondence 1 Page The document is a letter dated June 25, 1945, addressed to Honorable George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, thanking him for his support of a House Bill introduced by Mr. Stigler. The document expresses gratitude for Schwabe's efforts and mentions various legal cases. The document is signed by someone from the legal department of Deep Rock Oil Corporation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Title: Update on Indian Affairs and Legislation - March 28, 1946 1946-03-28 1946-03-28 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0010 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862476 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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0010.pdf correspondence Native Americans Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Creek Nation; Cherokee Nation 2 Pages The document is in response to a query about the sale of Choctaw and Chickasaw coal lands. The Committee on Indian Affairs has not discussed this yet and there is no program in place for the sale in the near future. The document also mentions Representative Stigler's bill to create an Indian Claims Commission, which has been reported out favorably by the Committee. The sender, James D. Gardner, is a member of the Choctaw tribe and is seeking information on the progress of the bill. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Acknowledgement of Petition from Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation, Inc. 1947-03-22 1947-03-22 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_5_0000, Box, 2, 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(3),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/869976 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(3),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_5_0003.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 1 Page Mrs. Myrtle Creason and others signed a petition on April 5, 1947, which was acknowledged by Carl Albert. He thanked them for their views and promised to give them serious consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence with Mr. D. H. Dukes Regarding Indian Tribal Land Negotiations in 1947 1947-04-14 1947-04-14 Stigler, William Grady, 1891-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 80th (1947-1949) Carl Albert Collection CAC_CC_1_4_2_4_0000, Box, 2, 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/146 CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0013 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/884176 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Carl%20Albert%20Collection,%201947-1977/Departmental,%201945-1976%20(CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000)/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0000%20-%20Interior%20-%20Bureau%20of%20Indian%20Affairs%20Tribal%20Government,%20CoalAsphaltOil%20(2),%201947/CAC_CC_001_4_2_4_0013.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Democratic Party U.S. 1 Page The letter is in response to concerns raised by Mr. D. H. Dukes and other Indian citizens regarding coal and asphalt lands. The writer, Carl Albert, promises to push for a successful conclusion in negotiations between Tribal Officials and the Department of Interior. He mentions a bill introduced by Bill Stigler to extend lease terms, but states he will not support it unless the rights of the Indians are fully protected. Albert assures that he wants to see the coal mines continue operating but also insists on protecting the rights of the Indians. He appreciates the letter and welcomes further communication. Text