Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Timber Lands in 1937, 1937-07-20

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 64

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_64_0017

Scope and Contents

Harry H. Phillips, an Indian, expresses concern to U.S. Senator Elmer Thomas about the sale of valuable timber lands belonging to the Indians in Oklahoma. He believes the land should be sold at its current value, not the 1912 appraisal, and that the government has neglected the timber on the land. Phillips requests an investigation and adjustment before the sale proceeds. Senator Thomas assures Phillips that he will advocate for the best interests of the Indians.

Dates

Creation: 1937-07-20

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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