1935 Correspondence between Judge C. McCasland and Senator J. Elmer Thomas Regarding Indian Affairs in Oklahoma1935-01-25unknownhttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_053_12_10_14_0003Judge C. McCasland writes a letter to Senator J. Elmer Thomas expressing concerns about a new bill affecting Indian lands in Oklahoma. He points out a provision restricting inherited lands of Indians of half blood or more, making it difficult for them to sell or use their land. McCasland also criticizes the Indian Department for causing confusion and hindering the self-reliance of Native Americans. He raises suspicions about the Department's Republican influence and calls for a more democratic approach towards the Indian population.