Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1935 Letter from Office of Indian Affairs Regarding Educational Advantages for Oklahoma Indians 1935-01-18 1935-01-18 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000, Box 6, Folder 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887580 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_6_0004.pdf correspondence Education--United States Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma; Shawnee Tribe; Osage Nation; Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 2 Pages The letter outlines suggestions for improving educational opportunities for Indians in Oklahoma, including providing proper supervision for teachers, maintaining boarding schools, establishing community schools, paying tuition for Indian children attending public schools, supporting Indian arts and crafts, and increasing the number of education field workers. The letter also mentions the need for additional funding and resources to implement these suggestions effectively. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence from the Office of Indian Affairs in 1935 Regarding Public Health Services for Iowa Indians 1935-03-12 1935-03-12 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0000, Box 46, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887822 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1948/CAC_CC_053_12_10_46_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Shawnee Tribe; Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma 8 Pages The letter addresses a complaint from the Iowa Indians regarding the services of Mrs. Grace Olsen, a field nurse. The Iowa Indians have generally refused health services from the Indian Service and prefer outside physicians. The letter explains that public health nurses are not required to provide bedside nursing care, but rather focus on teaching self-reliance and the importance of hospitalization when necessary. The Superintendent of the Shawnee Indian Agency defends Mrs. Olsen's handling of the situation, stating that the Iowa Indians have been difficult to work with and have unrealistic expectations of the field nurse's duties. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1935 Correspondence Regarding Representation of Absentee Shawnee Tribe at Congressional Hearings 1935-04-29 1935-04-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0000, Box 26, Folder 1, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Shawnee%20Indians,%20Absentee,%20Apr.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887701 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Shawnee%20Indians,%20Absentee,%20Apr.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_26_0001.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Shawnee Tribe 4 Pages Chief Little Jim of Norman, Oklahoma, wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas expressing concern that his band was not given the opportunity to be represented at Congressional hearings regarding the Thomas-Rogers Bill. Senator Thomas forwarded the letter to John Collier, Commissioner of Indian Affairs, who responded stating that a delegate had already been selected for the Absentee Shawnee Indian Tribe to represent them at the hearings. The Indian Office provided documentation showing that the selection process had been followed and that no further appeals would be considered. Senator Thomas informed Chief Little Jim of this decision and stated that another delegate would not be authorized to attend the hearings. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Increased Funding for the Indian Hospital in Shawnee, Oklahoma, 1935 1935-11-19 1935-11-19 Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000, Box 11, 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_11_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887631 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Hospitals,%201935-1947/CAC_CC_053_12_10_11_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma Shawnee Tribe 2 Pages Elmer Thomas writes to Commissioner John Collier requesting increased funds for the Indian Hospital in Shawnee, Oklahoma, as only $5,000 out of the allotted budget is proposed to be spent. Thomas highlights the need for necessary improvements at the hospital to provide better service, especially since some patients are housed in wooden buildings. He asks for favorable consideration of the request and to be informed of any action taken. Commissioner Collier responds, assuring Thomas that he will do his best to secure the funds and will provide an update when possible. Text