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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Sympathies: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1941-05-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0006
- 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 HR 2652 and the Lead Industry
- Date:
- 1941-05-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Amendment to National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940
- Date:
- 1941-06-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of the Committee on Fair Employment Practice: Executive Order No. 9346 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt
- Date:
- 1941-06-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_62_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Honey Creek Bridge: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1941-06-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_82_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Merchant Seamen's War Service Act of 1945
- Date:
- 1941-09-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_44_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Seniority Dispute Resolution for Post Office Clerk
- Date:
- 1941-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_4_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Amendments to the Antitrust Laws: A Comprehensive Analysis
- Date:
- 1941-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Automatic Promotion for Hospitalized Enlisted Men Act
- Date:
- 1941-12-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma Veterans Homestead Project Act: Providing Land and Resources for World War II Veterans
- Date:
- 1941-12-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 77th (1941-1943)
![["Mrs. Swan writes a letter to Congressman Schwabe expressing her struggles as a mother with her husband serving in the military and her concerns about the retention of servicemen. Congressman Schwabe responds, expressing sympathy for Mrs. Swan and her situation, and explaining his efforts to pass legislation allowing servicemen to be discharged. He criticizes the New Deal majority in Congress for not passing such legislation and expresses concern about the influence of the military authorities on the government."]](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_47_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Sympathies: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The Lead Industries Association is concerned about the potential negative impact of HR 2652, which would allow for further cuts in lead tariffs. They argue that the current duty rate already provides little protection for the lead industry in the US, and that foreign producers are able to sell lead at lower prices. They also highlight the importance of maintaining the lead industry in the US for national security and economic reasons."]](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_38_0000-Reciprocal%20Trade,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding HR 2652 and the Lead Industry")
![["This act, passed in 1944, made changes to the National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940. It allowed for the continuation of insurance coverage for individuals in active military service as commissioned officers, even if premiums were not paid. It also ensured that insurance benefits would not be denied for those who died before July 1, 1942, due to inadequate procedures for premium deductions. Any liabilities under this act would be covered by the National Service Life Insurance appropriation."]](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_49_0000-Servicemen,%201943-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Amendment to National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940")
![["Executive Order #9346, issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on May 27, 1943, amends Executive Order #8802 by establishing a new Committee on Fair Employment Practice. The purpose of the committee is to eliminate discriminatory employment practices in war industries and the government, ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, creed, color, or national origin. The committee is responsible for investigating complaints of discrimination, making recommendations to federal departments and agencies, and promoting the utilization and training of manpower without discrimination. The order also includes provisions for contracting agencies, vocational training programs, and the appointment and operation of the committee."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of the Committee on Fair Employment Practice: Executive Order No. 9346 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt")
![["The document from Clay A. Babb to George B. Schwabe requests assistance in obtaining a new preference rating for materials needed to complete the Honey Creek Bridge project. The project was originally shut down by the War Production Board, but permission to proceed was granted in December 1944. Babb also expresses interest in receiving Congressional Records and mentions upcoming bridge work in Delaware County. Schwabe responds by offering assistance and stating that he will ensure Babb's name is placed on the mailing list to receive the Congressional Record."]](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_62_0000-Public%20Road%20Administration,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_62_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Honey Creek Bridge: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the Senate of the United States in 1945 called the \"Merchant Seamen's War Service Act.\" It aims to provide aid for civilian individuals who served in the United States merchant marine during World War II and their families. It defines terms such as \"maritime war service,\" \"war-service seaman,\" \"disabled war-service seaman,\" and \"deceased war-service seaman.\" It also outlines the requirements for obtaining a certificate of maritime war 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_82_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_82_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Merchant Seamen's War Service Act of 1945")
![["Kenneth W. Ishmael, a postal clerk from Tulsa, Oklahoma, sought assistance from Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the restoration of his seniority after being transferred to Phoenix, Arizona, and then back to Tulsa. Despite strong representations made on his behalf, the Post Office Department maintained its policy of not granting credit for previous service upon transfer. Ishmael's case was considered unfortunate, but no exception could be made. Congressman Schwabe expressed regret for not being able to assist Ishmael further and assured him of continued support for postal employees. Ishmael's situation was brought to the attention of the First Assistant Postmaster General, who confirmed the department's policy on seniority determination."]](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_44_0000-Post%20Office,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_44_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Seniority Dispute Resolution for Post Office Clerk")
![["The document is a letter from Frank W. Boykin, Chairman of the Committee on Patents, to Honorable Hatton W. Summers discussing a bill, H.R. 97, that aims to amend existing laws against unlawful restraints and monopolies. The bill proposes changes related to United States courts certifying patent cases to the Attorney General, compulsory licenses under patents, and the ability for individuals to challenge the validity or scope of patents. Boykin expresses concerns about the potential complexities and uncertainties that the bill may introduce in the administration of patent laws. He highlights the work of the Patent Planning Commission in studying the operation of the patent system and suggests that the proposed method in the bill may not align with American jurisprudence."]](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_4_0000-Patents,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_4_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Amendments to the Antitrust Laws: A Comprehensive Analysis")
![["The document discusses a proposed bill that would provide for the automatic promotion of certain hospitalized enlisted men in the armed forces of the United States. Enlisted men in the fourth to seventh grade who have been hospitalized for a service-related disability would receive automatic promotion for every six months of hospitalization, up to the third grade. The promotion would be in addition to any other promotions authorized by law. No back pay or allowances would accrue prior to the enactment of the Act, and it would not apply to enlisted men convicted by a court-martial."]](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_52_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Automatic Promotion for Hospitalized Enlisted Men Act")
![["The bill H.R. 4589 introduced in the House of Representatives in 1945 aims to provide homesteads in Oklahoma for veterans of World War II. It involves transferring land and equipment from the Oklahoma Ordnance Works to the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior for disposal to veterans for agricultural use. The bill also includes provisions for studying the land, acquiring additional lands, and constructing necessary facilities for irrigation and other purposes. Veterans who meet certain criteria are eligible to receive a parcel of land for cultivation under the Oklahoma Veterans Homestead Project."]](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_21_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma Veterans Homestead Project Act: Providing Land and Resources for World War II Veterans")