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- 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_6_10_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Bill H.R. 2071: A Letter to Congressman Geo. B. Schwabe from Dr. F. E. Turnbaugh
- Date:
- 1945-05-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- 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_3_7_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Regulations for County Fairs: Information from Congressman George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-05-02
- Creator:
- Brown, Boyd L., 1898-1963
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- 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_84_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Seamen's Bill of Rights: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-05-03
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["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 document is from F.E. Turnbaugh, a dentist, to Congressman Geo. B. Schwabe, expressing support for a bill to increase the salary of postmen. Turnbaugh also mentions that he is keeping busy and sends good wishes."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Bill H.R. 2071: A Letter to Congressman Geo. B. Schwabe from Dr. F. E. Turnbaugh")
![["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")
![["Mr. Boyd L. Brown, Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners in Pawnee, Oklahoma, wrote to Congressman George Schwabe inquiring about any restrictions issued by the War Production Board prohibiting County Fairs. Congressman Schwabe responded that there were no restrictions passed by Congress, but that the ODT had issued orders allowing County Fairs to be held with permission and approval. He enclosed an application form and stated that only local county exhibits were allowed. Schwabe advised Brown to follow the regulations set by the bureau."]](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_7_0000-Defense%20Transportation,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Regulations for County Fairs: Information from Congressman George Schwabe")
![["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")
![["George B. Schwabe received a letter from C.I. Pontius, President of The University of Tulsa, requesting his support for the Seamen's Bill of Rights, HR 2346. Schwabe expresses his hesitation to commit to supporting the bill, citing arguments from the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars who oppose granting Merchant Marine Service members the same benefits as those in the armed forces. He highlights the differences in pay and privileges between the two groups, indicating that he will carefully consider the matter before making a decision. Schwabe assures Pontius that he will do what he believes is fair and just, and hopes that his decision will ultimately meet with Pontius's approval."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Seamen's Bill of Rights: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")