Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Indian Lands in 1937, 1937-07-10
Scope and Contents
The letter from "Chicken" to Senator Elmer Thomas expresses concern about the sale of valuable timbered lands in Oklahoma without proper consideration for the actual cash value and mineral rights. "Chicken" requests a postponement of the sale and an investigation into the removal of timber from the land. Senator Thomas assures cooperation and assistance in addressing the issue.
Dates
- Creation: 1937-07-10
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
English
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Full Extent
2 pages
Abstract
75th Congress (1937-1939)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository