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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution No. 28: Proposal for Dividing Government Land for Sale to Disabled Veterans and Merchant Marines
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe on Post-War Housing for Veterans
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Veteran's Letter to Geo. F. Schwabe Regarding Post-War Issues and Proposed Meeting
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Invitation to Congressman George B. Schwabe from VFW Post 3654 for New Members Induction Event
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter to Representative Geo. B. Schwabe Regarding Veterans' Homestead Bill, HR 4589
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- USDA Supports Proposal to Allocate Land to War Veterans
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from R.R. Shaw to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter to Senator Thomas Requesting Amendment of Social Security Act for Total Disability Clause
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Retirement, Social Security
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Representative Schwabe Opposing the Wagner Murray-Dingell Bills
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Social medicine
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter to United States House of Representatives Advocating for the Wagner-Murray-Dingell Bill and Socialized Medicine in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The resolution is calling for the investigation of dividing government-owned land and selling houses to disabled ex-service men and women and Merchant Marines from World War I and II. The land in question is currently used for the operation of the Oklahoma Ordnance Works and includes prefabricated houses and dormitories. The resolution highlights the feasibility of this plan, as well as the recreational amenities in the area. The resolution has been adopted by both the House of Representatives and the Senate in Oklahoma."]](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_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution No. 28: Proposal for Dividing Government Land for Sale to Disabled Veterans and Merchant Marines")
![["The author, Jack H. Conway, is writing to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concerns about the proposed homes for veterans. He believes that the homes being proposed may be unaffordable for many veterans and suggests using surplus government buildings and materials to construct more affordable homes. Conway also suggests offering surplus government buildings and land to individual contractors and firms to create jobs for veterans. He emphasizes the importance of providing veterans with suitable housing options and fair pricing for land."]](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_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe on Post-War Housing for Veterans")
![["The document is a letter from a war veteran and oil producer named Geo. F. Schwabe, addressing the issues faced by GIs returning from war and the bureaucratic obstacles hindering their support. He mentions a meeting held to discuss these issues and invites the recipient to attend a future meeting to provide guidance and support. Schwabe emphasizes the need for constructive action to address the challenges faced by returning veterans."]](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_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Veteran's Letter to Geo. F. Schwabe Regarding Post-War Issues and Proposed Meeting")
![["The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 3654 in Pryor, Oklahoma is inviting Honorable George B. Schwabe, a member of United States Congress, to attend an event for new members and to speak about HR.4589. The post has approved a resolution supporting the bill and is offering their support for the legislation."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Invitation to Congressman George B. Schwabe from VFW Post 3654 for New Members Induction Event")
![["The author is writing to Representative Geo. B. Schwabe about the veterans' homestead bill, HR 4589. They acknowledge the challenges of dealing with the New Deal but express hope for future changes in legislation once all veterans have returned. The author thanks Representative Schwabe for the information and wishes them luck in their work."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter to Representative Geo. B. Schwabe Regarding Veterans' Homestead Bill, HR 4589")
![["The USDA has endorsed a proposal by Representative George Schwabe to divide government land in Oklahoma and give it to war veterans. The land would be divided into small farms and veterans would pay a filing fee to receive a tract. Prefabricated houses from a surplus project would be moved to the farms. President Truman believes that with modern science and technology, it is possible to improve economic relations worldwide and ensure that all people have enough food, housing, and clothing. He emphasizes the importance of fair exchange and distribution systems and suggests that relaxing government controls and eliminating monopolies could help achieve this goal."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0008_thumbnail.jpg "USDA Supports Proposal to Allocate Land to War Veterans")
![["The document is a letter from R.R. Shaw, a Ph M 3/c in the US Navy, to Representative Schwabe in the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. The document is dated November 16, 1945 and is free of charge."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0019_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from R.R. Shaw to Representative Schwabe")
![["The document is addressed to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern over the oversight of the Social Security Act not including provisions for those who become totally disabled before reaching the age of eligibility for benefits. The writer suggests amending the Act to include a total disability clause retroactive to 1937, sharing their personal case as an example. The document is also copied to Congressman George Schwabe for his 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_3_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter to Senator Thomas Requesting Amendment of Social Security Act for Total Disability Clause")
![["The document criticizes Congress for passing bills like the Wagner Murray-Dingell Bills and expresses opposition to the legislation. The writers urge their representative, George B. Schwabe, to do everything in his power to defeat the bills. Copies of the letter have been sent to other members of Congress from Oklahoma."]](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_4_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Representative Schwabe Opposing the Wagner Murray-Dingell Bills")
![["The writer is urging Mr. Schwabe to pass the Wagner-Murray-Dingell Bill for a health insurance plan in Oklahoma City. They criticize the current medical professionals and express support for socialized medicine. They encourage others to write letters to Washington in support of the bill."]](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_4_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0015_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter to United States House of Representatives Advocating for the Wagner-Murray-Dingell Bill and Socialized Medicine in Oklahoma")