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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1945-10-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Urgent Need for Discharge of Scientific Men
- Date:
- 1945-10-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Pending Legislation on Accrued Terminal Leave
- Date:
- 1945-10-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Government Dependence: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1945-10-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Townsend Bill: A Letter from Mr. Edward Green to Mr. George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-10-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence Regarding Proposed Amendment to Excise Tax Rate and Alcohol Tax
- Date:
- 1945-10-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_64_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Consolidation of Surplus Property Disposal Operations
- Date:
- 1945-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Updates from the College of Engineering at Carnegie Institute of Technology
- Date:
- 1945-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Truman Administration and the Townsend Plan
- Date:
- 1945-10-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Bureaucratic Struggle: Correspondence Regarding Hog Ceiling Prices in Vinita, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-10-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Letson wrote to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, requesting his support for the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act, HR 2346. Schwabe responded, assuring her that he would do his best to support the act when it is before Congress for consideration. Mrs. Letson also mentioned that the act is set to be discussed at a public hearing on October 18th and requested for Schwabe to watch out for it."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document discusses the issue of retaining scientific men in the armed forces after the end of World War II. It emphasizes the importance of releasing these technologists to help with post-war economic recovery and job creation. The document also criticizes the lack of consideration for technically trained personnel in the military discharge process and calls for action to expedite the release of these skilled individuals."]](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_6_50_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Urgent Need for Discharge of Scientific Men")
![["Pfc. John P. Lemons received a letter regarding accrued terminal leave and allowances upon separation from the service. The document mentions several bills related to this subject that have been introduced in the House of Representatives. The author, George B. Schwabe, assures the recipient that he supports the pending legislation on accrued terminal leave. He also mentions that the recipient is in a different district and refers the letter to the appropriate representative."]](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_6_51_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Pending Legislation on Accrued Terminal Leave")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Mr. H. G. Darnell expresses agreement with Darnell's concerns about government regulations and the extension of the OPA. Schwabe states that he voted against the extension of OPA and is against further rules and regimentation imposed by the New Deal. He mentions that public demands and criticism will be key in convincing the government to change its actions. The document also addresses the issue of workers refusing to work due to government benefits, and requests legislative action to address this issue."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Government Dependence: A Call for Change")
![["Mr. Green writes to Congressman Schwabe expressing his support for the pending Townsend bill, which aims to provide old age assistance. Schwabe responds, thanking Green for his support and expressing uncertainty about the bill passing due to the majority of the New Deal crowd in the House of Representatives. Schwabe also mentions his hope for the bill to become national law and promises to consider Green's request for his vote."]](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_6_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Townsend Bill: A Letter from Mr. Edward Green to Mr. George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is from Don Friday, requesting George Schwabe to use his influence for the passage of H.R. 4309 which aims to reduce excise tax rates and tax on alcohol. Don Friday believes that the current taxes are burdensome on retailers and should be collected at the source. Schwabe responds, expressing sympathy and stating that the bill has already passed the House and is now before the Senate Committee on Finance. Schwabe agrees with Friday's concerns and hopes the bill will receive favorable consideration."]](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_8_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence Regarding Proposed Amendment to Excise Tax Rate and Alcohol Tax")
![["The Reconstruction Finance Corporation announced that starting on November 5, interested individuals can purchase surplus consumer, capital, and producer goods from the government by contacting regional RFC offices or Department of Commerce surplus property offices. The Office of Surplus Property of the Department of Commerce will be transferred to RFC to streamline the process of selling surplus goods. This consolidation aims to provide better coordination in the sale of surplus property and eliminate redundancy in handling closely related items by multiple agencies. The transfer is expected to involve $27.93 billion worth of surplus goods over a 12-month period."]](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_64_0000-Reconstruction%20Finance%20Corporation,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_64_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Consolidation of Surplus Property Disposal Operations")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Webster N. Jones, acknowledging receipt of a proposed labor act sent by Mr. A. W. Robertson. Schwabe mentions his son's visit and plans to manage his farms in Oklahoma. He also expresses his determination to visit Pittsburgh and wishes Mrs. Haire a happy 95th birthday. Jones, in a previous letter, had informed Schwabe about the labor act and mentioned his upcoming visit to Pittsburgh and his mother's 95th birthday celebration."]](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_65_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Updates from the College of Engineering at Carnegie Institute of Technology")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a letter from R.M. Hamilton regarding a bill for a National Old Age Pension. Schwabe expresses his support for the bill and criticizes the Committee in the House of Representatives for not considering it fairly. He also discusses his frustration with the Truman Administration and their handling of legislation. Hamilton disavows a card sent by supposed Townsend Plan supporters and urges Schwabe to carefully study the evidence supporting the bill. Hamilton also expresses his belief that the Republican Party will be responsible for electing the next president and emphasizes the importance of independence and following principles in serving the country."]](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_6_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Truman Administration and the Townsend Plan")
![["Mr. Ream Peyton contacted George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, to request assistance in raising ceiling prices for live hogs at the Vinita Stockyards. Schwabe contacted the OPA official in charge, who stated that certain records needed to be provided before higher prices could be authorized. The official also mentioned differences in pricing among markets, suggesting that the Vinita Stockyards may have lower charges due to proximity to farmers. Schwabe expressed frustration with the bureaucratic system and OPA regulations. He advised Peyton to provide the requested information and offered further assistance."]](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_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0008_thumbnail.jpg "The Bureaucratic Struggle: Correspondence Regarding Hog Ceiling Prices in Vinita, Oklahoma")