Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Dismissal of Appeal in the United States Court of Appeals for the Indian Territory 1895-01-01 1895-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 57th (1901-1903); 55th (1897-1899); 54th (1895-1897); 56th (1899-1901) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_2_0000, Box, 2, 2, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873714 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0005.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Business--United States; Indians of North America--Oklahoma Chickasaw Nation 11 Pages This text is a brief for the appellee in a replevin case involving personal property. The case was tried in the Mayor's Court of Pauls Valley, Indian Territory, and the appellant, Wettermark, sought to appeal to the United States Court but failed to do so within the required time and with the necessary documentation. The Court dismissed the appeal due to procedural errors. The appellee argues that the privilege of appeal is not an inherent right and that the appellant had already had their day in court. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Eligibility of Five Civilized Tribes Members for Federal Congress Representation 1907-01-01 1907-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 60th (1907-1909); 61st (1909-1911) Claude Weaver Collection CAC_CC_55_2_2_4_0000, Box, 2, 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/62 CAC_CC_055_2_2_4_0001 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_055_2_2_4_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873719 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Claude%20Weaver%20Collection,%201861-1953/Legal%20Career-CAC_CC_055_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_055_2_2_2_0000-Indian%20Territory,%201895-1902/CAC_CC_055_2_2_4_0001.pdf correspondence Foreign relations; Business--United States; Ambassadors--United States 4 Pages The document discusses the eligibility of members of the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma to represent Oklahoma in the federal Congress. It explains that, historically, Indians were not considered citizens of the United States unless specified in treaties or statutes. In 1887, a law was passed granting citizenship to Indians who received allotments or adopted civilized life, but this did not apply to the Five Civilized Tribes. In 1901, the act was amended to make members of the Five Civilized Tribes citizens of the United States. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK John B. Connally: A Comprehensive Biography of a Texas Icon 1917-02-27 1917-02-27 Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 65th (1917-1919) Paula Unruh Collection CAC_PP_75_1_2_3_0000, Box, 2, 3, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/43 CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0011 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0011_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/885298 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0011.pdf correspondence Business--United States; Education--United States 3 Pages John B. Connally is a prominent lawyer and politician from Texas. He has served as Secretary of the Navy, Governor of Texas, and Secretary of the Treasury. He has also been involved in various business ventures and served on several boards and commissions. Connally was critically wounded during the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. He is married with three children and is a member of St. Luke's Methodist Church in Houston. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Preventing the Relocation of the Concho Indian School in 1921: Correspondence Records 1921-01-01 1921-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 67th (1921-1923) Lorraine M. "Nick" Gensman Collection CAC_CC_23_3.3_0000, Box 4, Folder 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/61 CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0000-Concho%20Indian%20School,%201921-1922/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/863230 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Lorraine%20M.%20Gensman%20Collection/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0000-Concho%20Indian%20School,%201921-1922/CAC_CC_023_3.3_4_7_0002.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Education--United States; Business--United States Cheyenne and Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribess 1 Page The El Reno Chamber of Commerce is writing to Congressman Gensman to request his help in blocking the potential relocation of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian Schools from Concho to Clinton, Oklahoma. They believe that the Indians, employees, and citizens of El Reno do not support this change and will be preparing a statement to further explain their position. They ask for an update on the status of the situation and express their gratitude for any assistance in preventing the relocation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter from John Gough Marcum Regarding Bill 2047 and Other Matters 1934-01-01 1934-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 73rd (1933-1935) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000, Box 4, 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_4_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887563 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Committee,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_4_0002.pdf correspondence Business--United States 2 Pages The text mentions a desire to talk about cabbage and kings, as well as Bill 2047. The sender, John Gough Martum, mentions support for the bill with some suggested changes. He also mentions being available for a few more days and signs off as John Gough Martum - 1goJ. There is also mention of meeting with someone named Captain Arthur W. R. Males. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Fictitious Watchdog: A Memo on Jack Cochrane's Treasury Claims 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941); 75th (1937-1939); 74th (1935-1937) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 47, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0003 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862385 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_47_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201935-1939/CAC_CC_047_1_5_47_0003.pdf correspondence Indians of North America--Oklahoma; Business--United States Osage Tribe, Oklahoma 2 Pages Jack Cochrane, who presents himself as a watchdog of the Treasury against Indian claims, has been criticized for taking credit for the work done by the Court of Claims and the Supreme Court in limiting the amount of money awarded to Indian claimants. Despite his claims of protecting the Treasury, he secured a large appropriation for a memorial in his district, far exceeding what the national capital invested in a memorial to Abraham Lincoln. His importance as a watchdog of the Treasury is seen as political and exaggerated. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK LABOR FACT-FINDING BOARDS ACT 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 75th (1937-1939); 76th (1939-1941); 74th (1935-1937) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 56, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_56_0003 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_56_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_56_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862487 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_56_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_56_0003.pdf correspondence Commerce Business--United States 3 Pages The Labor Fact-Finding Boards Act, introduced in the 79th Congress, 1st Session, aims to provide for the appointment of fact-finding boards to investigate labor disputes that affect the national public interest. The Act outlines the process for certifying disputes, establishing waiting periods, and providing for the appointment, compensation, and dissolution of such boards. It also includes provisions to prevent coercion or interference with the work of the boards. The Act does not apply to disputes covered by the Railway Labor Act and authorizes necessary appropriations for its implementation. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Understanding the Structure and Function of the Postal Telegraph System 1935-01-01 1935-01-01 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0000, Box 38, 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_38_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Bacone%20College,%201936/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887772 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20Bacone%20College,%201936/CAC_CC_053_12_10_38_0002.pdf correspondence Business--United States Chilocco Indians 1 Page A telegram was sent to Mr. Dodd requesting information on the amount of money appropriated for the building of the Chalaco School federal project. The sender, Elmer Thomas, asked for the information to be provided via Postal Telegraph. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1935 Telegraph Message to Honorable Ben Dwight Regarding Senate Sessions and Fair Attendance 1935-07-23 1935-07-23 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_8_0000, Box 8, 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_8_0003 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fairs%20and%20Expositions,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887594 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fairs%20and%20Expositions,%20Apr.-Jul.,%201935/CAC_CC_053_12_10_8_0003.pdf correspondence Business--United States 2 Pages The text is a template for sending a telegram, reminding patrons to check the desired class of service. It includes a message from Elmer Thomas to Ben Dwight, stating that the Senate is in session day and night and Thomas may not be able to attend the Fair. It also mentions the quickest and safest way to send money is by telegraph or cable. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the Shawnee Project: Securing Funding for the Indian Sanitorium in 1935 1935-12-11 1935-12-11 unknown 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 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_11_0003 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_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887632 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_0003.pdf correspondence Business--United States Shawnee Tribe 2 Pages The text includes two letters, one from Elmer Thomas to Don Foster and one from Don Foster to Senator Elmer Thomas. In the first letter, Elmer Thomas informs Don Foster that they are urging the Indian Office to make a commitment to the Shawnee project and will update him once they have more information. In the second letter, Don Foster thanks Senator Elmer Thomas for his assistance in securing an appropriation for a new hospital unit at the Indian Sanitorium in Shawnee, Oklahoma and requests an official letter confirming the promise of funding. Both letters express gratitude and offer further assistance if needed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Efforts to Settle Debt Owed to the People of Alex, Oklahoma: A Correspondence between Wallace Dixon and Elmer Thomas 1936-02-29 1936-02-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000, Box 34, Folder 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/47 CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887729 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/CAC_CC_053_12_10_34_0007.pdf correspondence Business--United States 2 Pages Wallace Dixon is requesting help from Elmer Thomas in settling a debt due to his people from the government. Thomas acknowledges the request and explains that an agreement with government officials or a court judgement is necessary. He assures Dixon that he will do his best to help with the matter. Dixon expresses frustration at the delay in receiving the settlement and hopes for Thomas' cooperation in resolving the issue quickly. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Communication Services and Telegram Correspondence in 1936: A Case Study 1936-06-22 1936-06-22 Dwight Ben H. (1890-1953) http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_33_0000, Box 33, 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_33_0002 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_33_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_33_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887721 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_33_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Chickasaw-Choctaw,%201936-1937/CAC_CC_053_12_10_33_0002.pdf correspondence Business--United States 3 Pages The text provides information on different classes of service for telegrams, such as domestic and foreign options. It also includes a message regarding Chief Dwight's contract and a request for action to be taken soon. The sender indicates that the message will be forwarded to Senator Thomas, who is at a convention in Philadelphia. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 1936 Letter from Elmer Thomas to O.D. Campbell Regarding Policy Implementation in Fort Sill and Riverside Schools 1936-07-02 1936-07-02 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 74th (1935-1937) John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000, Box 36, 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_36_0004 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0004_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/887760 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Education,%20General,%201935-1948/CAC_CC_053_12_10_36_0004.pdf correspondence Business--United States 1 Page Elmer Thomas, in a letter dated July 2, 1936, responds to Campbell's inquiry about the policy to be implemented in the Fort Sill and Riverside Schools. He encloses a report outlining the plan and expresses hope that the matter will be resolved satisfactorily. Text