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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protecting the Rights of Federal Employees: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of Federal Employees: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Federal Employees' Salary Increase and Leave Reduction Concerns
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Relief Bill for the State of Oklahoma: H.R. 5568
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Bill for the Relief of Oklahoma: Settlement for Highway Projects
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Kaw Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Assistance Requested for Flood Relief in Ottawa County, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Disaster Loan Program for Farmers in Oklahoma and Surrounding Counties
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal to Save Celilo Falls: A Message from the Yakima Indians
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for Celilo Falls: Yakima Indians Fight to Save Their Fishing Rights
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Kaw Nation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Public Opinion on Tuttle Creek Dam: Divided Perspectives and Potential Benefits
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document from Mrs. Coates to Congressman Schwabe expresses concern about potential cuts to annual and sick leave for federal employees, as well as the lack of pay increases since 1949. She urges the Congressman to protect the rights of federal employees and work towards pay increases to retain valuable employees. Congressman Schwabe responds by stating he has not supported any amendments to reduce leave days, but acknowledges the need for Congress to address the issues of pay and leave for federal employees. He promises to consider these matters seriously when they come before the House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Protecting the Rights of Federal Employees: A Call to Action")
![["In a letter dated June 1, 1951, Congressman George B. Schwabe responds to a letter from Miss Lula M. Perkhiser expressing concerns about bills pending in Congress regarding increasing pay for federal employees and reducing sick and annual leave. Schwabe states that he will consider her suggestions and reasoning when the bills are discussed on the House floor. He acknowledges the challenges faced by federal employees due to rising living costs but also highlights the public demand for government economy measures, including reducing the number of federal employees. Schwabe concludes by expressing his belief that there are currently too many federal employees and that the taxpayers are demanding a reduction."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of Federal Employees: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["Miss Violet J. Pickrell, a federal employee working for the Corps of Engineers in Tulsa, writes to Honorable George B. Schwabe requesting a salary increase and expressing concerns about the turnover of valued personnel. She also asks for support in striking a Rider regarding unused leave from a pending bill. In response, Schwabe acknowledges her letter, states he will consider her views when the bills come up for discussion, and expresses concerns about the size of the federal payroll."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_17_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Federal Employees' Salary Increase and Leave Reduction Concerns")
![["Mr. Schwabe introduced a bill in the House of Representatives for the relief of the State of Oklahoma, seeking payment of $656,500 for highway projects in the Grand River Dam Reservoir area that were not fully carried out by the Work Projects Administration due to World War II. The bill was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senator Kerr and Mr. Monroney also introduced a similar bill in the Senate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Relief Bill for the State of Oklahoma: H.R. 5568")
![["The bill aims to provide relief to the State of Oklahoma by authorizing the Secretary of the Treasury to pay $656,500 to the State Highway Commission for highway projects in the Grand River Dam Reservoir area. This payment is intended to settle all claims against the United States related to an agreement made with the Work Projects Administration, which was not fully carried out due to the United States' participation in World War II and the abolishment of the Work Projects Administration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_35_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Bill for the Relief of Oklahoma: Settlement for Highway Projects")
![["The document discusses a serious flood situation in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, and the passing of a resolution by the House of Representatives to appropriate funds for disaster relief. The Governor of Oklahoma has declared a state of emergency and requested immediate federal assistance for the affected area."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance Requested for Flood Relief in Ottawa County, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a letter from the Farmers Home Administration to a representative informing them of the designation of certain counties in Oklahoma for disaster loans due to rain and flood damage. It explains the purpose and scope of the disaster loan program, eligibility criteria, loan purposes, rates and terms, and security requirements. The document also mentions the designation process for disaster areas and the responsibilities of the Farmers Home Administration in administering the program."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Disaster Loan Program for Farmers in Oklahoma and Surrounding Counties")
![["The Yakima Indians are appealing to Honorable George B. Schwabe to save their fishing rights at Celilo Falls on the Columbia River, which are guaranteed in a treaty from 1855. They are asking for support to stop the construction of The Dalles Dam, which would flood Celilo Falls and harm their community. They are requesting that Schwabe vote against appropriations for the dam."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal to Save Celilo Falls: A Message from the Yakima Indians")
![["The Yakima Indians have fishing rights at Celilo Falls in the Columbia River that were guaranteed in a treaty with the United States in 1855. These rights are important to their culture, economy, and religion. The construction of the Dalles Dam threatens to flood out Celilo Falls and destroy the Yakima's fishing locations. The Yakima Nation has legal and moral rights to preserve their fishing locations, and the dam should be eliminated from the hydro-electric development program. The dam is considered necessary for power generation in the region, but the Yakima argue that there are alternative solutions to prevent power shortages without infringing on their rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for Celilo Falls: Yakima Indians Fight to Save Their Fishing Rights")
![["The document discusses the debate over the construction of the Tuttle Creek Dam in Manhattan, Kansas. Various individuals and groups express divided opinions on whether the dam should be built or if alternative solutions, such as the Blue Valley watershed plan, should be pursued. Some believe the dam would prevent flooding and benefit the community, while others fear its potential risks and negative impact on farmlands. The document highlights the different perspectives and concerns of residents, business owners, and officials regarding the construction of the dam."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Public Opinion on Tuttle Creek Dam: Divided Perspectives and Potential Benefits")