Correspondence Regarding Land Inheritance Laws for the Five Civilized Tribes1936-01-01Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0001The letter from the Office of Indian Affairs to Senator Elmer Thomas explains the status of lands inherited by the Five Civilized Tribes Indians. It outlines the restrictions on the sale and partition of lands inherited by restricted Indians and full-blood heirs. The letter also mentions that lands inherited by Indians of less than full-blood are not subject to partition under certain acts. The letter includes information on specific acts and regulations related to the inheritance of lands by the Five Civilized Tribes Indians.