1937 Letter from Elmer Thomas Regarding Appointment of Choctaw Nation Chief, 1937-01-04

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 62

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_62_0003

Scope and Contents

The letter states that the appointment of the Chief of the Choctaw Nation is made by the Secretary of the Interior without the influence of Senators or Congressmen. The writer assures the recipient that the wishes of the tribe members will be considered and offers to assist if needed.

Dates

Creation: 1937-01-04

Creator

From the Collection: Thomas, Elmer, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1927-1951); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 6th district (1923-1927); Member of the Oklahoma Senate (1907-1920), 1876-1965 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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