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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Stigler Act Approval and Amendment Request
- Date:
- 1946-02-20
- Creator:
- Warren, Earl, 1891-1974
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Letter from the Quapaw Indian Council
- Date:
- 1946-02-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on Indian Claims Commission Bill - Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Kaw Indian Tribe of Oklahoma, Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Edwin Pauly's Appointment as Assistant Secretary of the Navy
- Date:
- 1946-03-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Indian Claims Commission Bill
- Date:
- 1946-03-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Step Towards Justice
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-03-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Plea for Settlement
- Date:
- 1946-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The author, F. W. Files, is writing to Honorable Geo. B. Schwabe in Washington, D.C. to inquire about a proposed bill to create a Commission to investigate individual Indians for granting them a certificate of competency. Files expresses support for the idea and asks for more information on 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_5_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification")
![["Mrs. Charley requested a copy of the Stigler Act approved in 1945 from Congressman Schwabe, but he was unavailable. The secretary, Mrs. Warren, spoke with Congressman Stigler who suggested sending a copy of Public Law 116 instead. Mrs. Warren is also obtaining a copy of Public Law 369, which may be the desired document. Schwabe's office is committed to providing services to the people of his district."]](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_40_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Stigler Act Approval and Amendment Request")
![["The Quapaw Indian Council in Miami, Oklahoma has approved the Indian Claims Commission Bill (H.R. 4497) and sent a resolution to Representative George B. Schwabe in support of the legislation. Representative Schwabe acknowledges receipt of the resolution and expresses gratitude for their support, stating that the bill has been carefully considered and is supported by many leading Indians in Oklahoma. The bill was the result of collaboration between Democratic and Republican members of the House Committee on Indian Affairs and is seen as serving the interests of Indians and prospective claimants better than any other proposed measure."]](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_52_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Letter from the Quapaw Indian Council")
![["The document discusses the Indian Claims bill and the need for a fair way to handle Indian claims. The writer, George B. Schwabe, expresses support for a tribunal to hear and pass upon claims, as endorsed by both major political parties. He acknowledges the challenges in determining which Indians or tribes are entitled to the money and seeks input on alternative solutions. Schwabe emphasizes the importance of fair dealing between the Indians and the United States and the need to prevent grafting by unscrupulous lawyers and promoters."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. M. D. Myrick regarding the Indian Claims Commission Bill pending before Congress and a meeting held in Tulsa. The sender expresses regret for not being able to attend the meeting and mentions efforts to support the bill. Mrs. Myrick is thanked for her support and urged to continue advocating for the bill. The sender also discusses the importance of Indian representation and the need for unity in supporting Indian affairs."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Indian Claims Commission Bill - Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is urging Senators Elmer Thomas and E. K. Moore to vote against the confirmation of Edwin Pauly as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, citing concerns about appointing political friends to high government positions."]](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_42_0000-Navy,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Edwin Pauly's Appointment as Assistant Secretary of the Navy")
![["The document discusses the need for a more efficient method of handling Indian claims, as the current process is lengthy and ineffective. A proposed solution is the creation of an Indian Claims Commission, which has bipartisan support and is seen as the most feasible plan. The Commission would allow legitimate claims to be presented within five years and decided upon within ten years, putting an end to the exploitation of Indians by those seeking to profit from soliciting funds for unsubmitted claims. The document invites suggestions for alternative plans and emphasizes the importance of finding a better way to handle Indian claims."]](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_52_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Indian Claims Commission Bill")
![["The document discusses a bill that was reported out of the House Committee on Indian Affairs creating an Indian Claims Commission. The bill aims to provide a better system for handling Indian claims, as the current process is deemed inadequate. The document discusses the history of Indian claims and the challenges faced in obtaining successful settlements. The proposed bill would establish a Commission to handle claims in a more efficient and fair manner. The author, George B. Schwabe, expresses openness to considering alternative plans if they are presented."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0009_thumbnail.jpg "The Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Step Towards Justice")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe received a telegram from Mr. Frank Ross requesting support for HR 4497, the Indian Claims Commission Bill. Schwabe, a member of the House Committee on Indian Affairs, has agreed to assist in managing the bill on the House floor. He explains the history and importance of the bill, which aims to settle Indian claims against the Federal Government. Schwabe also mentions opposition to the bill from individuals who have profited from promoting false claims. He expresses appreciation for support and offers further assistance or information if needed."]](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_52_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Gertrude Green wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing her interest in Indian claims and urging him to support the Indian Claims Commission Bill. She emphasizes the importance of settling these claims promptly as many individuals have passed away waiting for resolution. Mrs. Green requests Congressman Schwabe's assistance in achieving a satisfactory settlement and offers her support in return. Congressman Schwabe responds, acknowledging the issue and expressing his commitment to taking action to address the Indian claims."]](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_52_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_52_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Plea for Settlement")