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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Rationing Issues and Sugar Quotas: A Congressional Inquiry
- Date:
- 1944-03-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Merchant Marine Mothers Club Advocates for Fair Compensation for Merchant Seamen
- Date:
- 1944-04-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights: Ensuring Protections for the Unsung Heroes of the Seas
- Date:
- 1944-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenging Racial Discrimination: A Legal Perspective by Carey McWilliams
- Date:
- 1944-04-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_87_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Recommendations for Recognition of Merchant Seamen for War Service
- Date:
- 1944-04-17
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights
- Date:
- 1944-06-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocacy for a Permanent Fair Employment Practice Committee: Correspondence and Timeline
- Date:
- 1944-06-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1944 Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Social Security Tax Rate Recommendation
- Date:
- 1944-06-30
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Retirement, Social Security
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_27_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Hospital Survey and Construction Act of 1945
- Date:
- 1944-07-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Health
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_5_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Bulletin: Opposition to Federal Aid in Local Education and Efforts to Maintain Separation of Church and State in Public Schools
- Date:
- 1944-07-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
![["The document is a series of correspondence regarding a dispute between R. J. Greenwood & Company and the Office of Price Administration over sugar quotas. The company was found to have violated rationing regulations and was suspended from dealing in sugar for 90 days. The company claimed the sugar was stolen by employees, but this was not substantiated. The Office of Price Administration modified the suspension order to allow the company to sell its remaining sugar to other retailers."]](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_3_53_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Rationing Issues and Sugar Quotas: A Congressional Inquiry")
![["The document is a letter from the Merchant Marine Mothers Club to Honorable George B. Schwabe, expressing support for bill H.R. 2346 which provides benefits for merchant seamen. The document highlights the challenges faced by young seamen and emphasizes the need for educational opportunities, hospitalization, disability benefits, and employment preference for returning seamen. The document also compares the benefits of merchant seamen to those of Navy men and urges support for the legislation. Additionally, there are two letters from individual merchant seamen requesting support for bills that would provide them with benefits such as unemployment insurance and healthcare."]](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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Merchant Marine Mothers Club Advocates for Fair Compensation for Merchant Seamen")
![["The document is a petition to the United States Congress for a Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights, similar to the GI Bill of Rights, for merchant marines who risk their lives during war. The petition includes recommendations for hospitalization, medical care, education, employment, readjustment allowances, provision for dependents of deceased seamen, disability payments, and burial benefits. The goal is to provide support and protection for merchant seamen who serve their country during wartime."]](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_84_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights: Ensuring Protections for the Unsung Heroes of the Seas")
![["The document discusses the issue of race discrimination and the law, arguing for legislation to outlaw discrimination as a way to strengthen democracy. The author, Carey McWilliams, highlights the importance of challenging discrimination in all its forms through legal means, and emphasizes the role of community leaders and lawyers in this effort. McWilliams also addresses the misconception that legislation against discrimination is futile, pointing out that it has successfully challenged discrimination in various areas. The document calls for cooperation between social scientists and lawyers to present data on the negative effects of discrimination and advocates for the enactment of Fair Racial Practice Acts to combat discrimination effectively. Ultimately, the text stresses the importance of rooting out discrimination from American society to safeguard democracy and ensure peace."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Challenging Racial Discrimination: A Legal Perspective by Carey McWilliams")
![["The document acknowledges a letter from Congressman Schwabe regarding the status of merchant seamen and provides information on their rights and benefits. It mentions that merchant seamen are not covered by workmen's compensation laws but are entitled to wages and medical attention if they are injured or fall ill while serving on a vessel. It also discusses proposed legislation to provide benefits to merchant seamen and their dependents. The document emphasizes the important role merchant seamen have played in the war effort and the need to recognize and support their service."]](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_87_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_87_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendations for Recognition of Merchant Seamen for War Service")
![["Mrs. Charles L. Miller sent a petition to Honorable George B. Schwabe in support of a G.I. Bill of Rights for Merchant Seamen, detailing the dangerous experiences her husband faced while serving in the Merchant Marine. The petition was signed by various individuals, all in agreement with the need for a Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights. George B. Schwabe acknowledged receipt of the petition and stated that he was considering the measure but was unsure of Congress's action on it. The petition was sponsored by the National Maritime Union."]](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_84_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights")
![["The document is a letter requesting support for a bill to establish a Permanent Fair Employment Practice Committee, responsible to Congress and the courts. It highlights the importance of preventing economic discrimination as the country transitions to peacetime production. The document also provides background information on the establishment of the National Council for a Permanent FEPC and the efforts made to promote the bill in Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Advocacy for a Permanent Fair Employment Practice Committee: Correspondence and Timeline")
![["In a letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe, Barton P. Sibole recommends maintaining the current Social Security tax rate of 1% for both employees and employers in 1945, as the Federal Old Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund has a sufficient balance and anticipated income to support this."]](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_7_5_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1944 Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Social Security Tax Rate Recommendation")
![["This Act, known as the Hospital Survey and Construction Act, authorizes grants to states for surveying hospitals and public health centers and planning construction of additional facilities. It aims to assist states in providing adequate healthcare facilities and services to their residents. The Act also outlines the process for states to apply for funds, make reports, and receive allotments based on their population and expenditures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_27_0000-Hospitals,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_27_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_27_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Hospital Survey and Construction Act of 1945")
![["The document discusses opposition to federal aid for education, particularly in providing transportation for Parochial School children. Various arguments are made against using public funds for this purpose, including concerns about federal control of education and adherence to state constitutions. The document also addresses the need for local control and support of public schools, highlighting the importance of upholding the Constitution and providing quality education. Additionally, the text mentions specific cases and actions taken to circumvent constitutional limitations on funding for Parochial Schools."]](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_5_0000-Education,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_5_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Bulletin: Opposition to Federal Aid in Local Education and Efforts to Maintain Separation of Church and State in Public Schools")