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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Equity: A Call for Fair Treatment of Merchant Marine Veterans
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights H.R. 2346
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_9_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_10_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for House Bill No. 2071: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_16_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Introduction of a Bill to Grant National Service Life Insurance without Examination to Armed Forces on Foreign or Sea Duty
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_21_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence Regarding Federal Employee Salary Increase
- Date:
- 1945-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Peyote Bill
- Date:
- 1945-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Taxation
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation, Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Introduction of the 1945 Bill for Commission on Emergency Federal Aid to Higher Educational Institutions
- Date:
- 1945-05-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_17_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Speech on the Dangers of the Proposed Fair Employment Practice Commission Legislation: Honorable Joe W. Ervin's Address to the House of Representatives
- Date:
- 1945-05-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Support for Senate Bill S.807 Improving Federal Employee Conditions
- Date:
- 1945-05-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is written by C.V. Reser to Honorable George B. Schwabe, expressing appreciation for his consideration of House Resolution 2346 regarding aid for Merchant Marine veterans. Reser argues for the importance of recognizing the sacrifices and contributions of Merchant Marine personnel during WWII and requests support for the bill. Schwabe responds, acknowledging the controversy surrounding the bill and indicating his consideration of the opposing views. Reser emphasizes the unique challenges faced by Merchant Marine veterans and urges fair treatment and support for their reintegration into civilian life."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Equity: A Call for Fair Treatment of Merchant Marine Veterans")
![["Mrs. Bertha Grover wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe asking for his support of the Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights H. R. 2346, as her son is a Third Mate in the Merchant Marine. The document was acknowledged by the Congressman's secretary, Miss Camille M. Garneau, who promised to bring it to his attention upon his return to Washington. Mrs. Grover expressed her belief that the bill would help to address inequalities and injustices faced by Merchant Seamen."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Merchant Seamen's Bill of Rights H.R. 2346")
![["Mr. O'Connor is asking Congressman Schwabe to consider his views on the Fair Employment Practice Act (H.R. 2232), expressing concerns about its potential negative impact on the economy of Oklahoma. Congressman Schwabe responds by stating he does not support the bill and has no intention of doing so in the future. He also mentions pressure groups in favor of the bill, but reassures Mr. O'Connor of his stance against 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_9_0000-Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_9_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["John E. Curran writes to Honorable George B. Schwabe in support of House Bill No. 2071, which aims to raise the pay and benefits of postal carriers. Curran praises the hard work and dedication of postal carriers he has interacted with, and believes they deserve better compensation considering the cost of living. He expresses his support for the bill and hopes for Schwabe's thoughtful consideration of the legislation."]](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_10_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_10_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Support for House Bill No. 2071: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The bill H.R. 3088 introduced by Mr. Heelan in the 79th Congress aims to allow members of the armed forces on foreign duty or sea duty to obtain national service life insurance without examination. It also seeks to extend the conversion privilege on national service life insurance to include conversion to endowment policies. The bill was referred to the Committee on World War Veterans' Legislation."]](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_16_0000-Veterans,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_16_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_16_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Introduction of a Bill to Grant National Service Life Insurance without Examination to Armed Forces on Foreign or Sea Duty")
![["Mrs. Marie M. Mott wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting support for a bill to increase the salaries of federal employees in her line of work. She explained her difficult financial situation as a draftsman for the United States Engineers and expressed her hope that the congressman would use his influence to pass the necessary bills. Congressman Schwabe responded, stating that he would consider voting for the bill and expressing his belief that Mrs. Mott's salary should be increased."]](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_21_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_21_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence Regarding Federal Employee Salary Increase")
![["The document was written by Vern E. Thompson to Honorable George B. Schwabe, expressing gratitude for his interest in the peyote bill opposed by the Quapaw Indians. Thompson also mentioned their old acquaintanceship in Oklahoma and noted Schwabe's role on the Indian affairs committee."]](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_7_0000-Peyote,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Peyote Bill")
![["The document introduces a bill, H.R. 3116, to establish a temporary agency called the Commission on Emergency Federal Aid to Higher Educational Institutions. The purpose of the bill is to address the impairment of higher education institutions in the United States caused by the war and provide aid to prevent a crisis in the education system. The bill outlines definitions, the composition and responsibilities of the Commission, and the application process for higher educational institutions to receive aid through contracts. The Commission's authority includes reviewing the financial status of institutions and determining the amount of aid they are eligible for based on demonstrated need. The document also specifies limitations on the contracts and the duration of the Commission's existence."]](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_1_0000-Education,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Introduction of the 1945 Bill for Commission on Emergency Federal Aid to Higher Educational Institutions")
![["The document is a speech given by Honorable Joe W. Ervin in the House of Representatives in 1945, discussing the proposed creation of the Fair Employment Practices Commission (F.E.P.C.) as a concentration camp for all Americans. Ervin argues that the F.E.P.C. would act as a kangaroo court, allowing bureaucrats to issue and change regulations, hold trials anywhere at any time, copy records without court order, and act as prosecutor, judge, and jury. He warns that the F.E.P.C. would destroy individual liberty through regimentation and fear, and would have a disastrous effect on society. Ervin urges Congress and the American people to reject the proposed legislation and uphold democracy and freedom."]](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_17_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_17_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Speech on the Dangers of the Proposed Fair Employment Practice Commission Legislation: Honorable Joe W. Ervin's Address to the House of Representatives")
![["Mr. Emmett Brown, a District Agent of the United States Indian Service, wrote a letter to Congressman Schwabe urging his support for Senate Bill S. 807, which aims to improve the salaries and working conditions of Federal employees. The Congressman is currently attending hearings in Tulsa and the bill is still in committee. Mrs. A. L. Warren, the congressman's secretary, assured Mr. Brown that the congressman is interested in the welfare of Federal employees and will give the bill earnest consideration when it reaches the House floor."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Support for Senate Bill S.807 Improving Federal Employee Conditions")