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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of the MAP Directive and Its Potential Impact on Industry and Retailers
- Date:
- 1943-06-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_33_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenges and Solutions in the Mining Industry: A Message to Congress
- Date:
- 1943-08-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Foreign relations, Public works--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_35_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Victory: The Role of the Federal Housing Administration in War Efforts
- Date:
- 1944-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Exempting Soldier Pay from Income Tax Bill
- Date:
- 1944-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Differences in Pension Laws for Spanish-American War and World War I Veterans
- Date:
- 1944-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenges Facing American Farmers: A Congressional Perspective
- Date:
- 1944-03-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- 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_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_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)
![["The document is from Schwabe to Harry Clarke discussing the MAP directive, which aims to regulate prices and production in The documentable industry. The document expresses concern about the potential negative impact of the directive on industry, retailers, and consumers. Schwabe questions the effectiveness of the directive and criticizes the lack of consultation with Congress in issuing such directives. Schwabe offers assistance to Clarke and encloses relevant documents for further information."]](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_46_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of the MAP Directive and Its Potential Impact on Industry and Retailers")
![["The document is a letter from Frank Lilly to Congressman George B. Schwabe discussing the importance of prospecting in the mining industry and the decline in prospecting activities. Lilly highlights the need for support for small mining businesses and emphasizes the importance of prospecting for the future of the mining industry. He also addresses the challenges faced by small mine operators and the need for government support and regulation to promote the mining industry."]](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_3_33_0000-Mines,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_33_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_33_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges and Solutions in the Mining Industry: A Message to Congress")
![["The document is a letter from the Commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration to a member of the House of Representatives discussing the operations and achievements of the FHA in providing loans for property repair, mortgages for home purchases, and construction of new homes in Oklahoma. The FHA has been successful in maintaining financial stability and will soon distribute mortgage prepayment dividends to home buyers."]](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_3_35_0000-National%20Housing%20Agency,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_35_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_35_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Victory: The Role of the Federal Housing Administration in War Efforts")
![["The document consists of two letters, one from Mr. Schwabe to Mr. Willson acknowledging receipt of his letter congratulating Congressman Stigler on introducing a bill to exempt soldiers from income tax, and expressing support for the measure. The second letter is from Mr. Willson to Congressman Stigler congratulating him on the bill and urging for a retroactive provision to January 1, 1944. Both letters express strong support for the bill and the importance of exempting soldier pay from income tax."]](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_55_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Exempting Soldier Pay from Income Tax Bill")
![["Mr. Sullivan wrote to Congressman Schwabe requesting equal pension rights for veterans of the Spanish-American War and World War I. Congressman Schwabe forwarded the letter to the House Committee on World War Veterans Legislation, who in turn sent bills to address the issue. Congressman Schwabe and Chairman Rankin discussed the matter and agreed to monitor developments in Congress. Sullivan expressed his support for Schwabe and urged him to consider the pension issue for World War I veterans."]](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_19_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Differences in Pension Laws for Spanish-American War and World War I Veterans")
![["The speaker, Honorable Marion T. Bennett, discusses the confusion and problems in the agricultural industry, including government policies that restrict farm production and distribution. He criticizes the government's support of foreign agriculture over American farmers, as well as the bureaucracy's interference in farming practices. Bennett argues for a more farmer-centric approach and criticizes the idea of making farmers wards of the government. He also highlights instances of government waste and mismanagement in agriculture."]](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_58_0000-Labor,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges Facing American Farmers: A Congressional Perspective")
![["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 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")
![["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")