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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0084
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Contribution of Negroes in World War II: A Navy Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-09-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Recommendations for Veterans' Benefits
- Date:
- 1946-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concern for General Prisoner David L. Clay's Parole Status
- Date:
- 1946-10-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Speech: Negro Soldier in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-12-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Rent Control Bill Introduced by Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-12-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Resolutions Against Loyalty Purges and Un-American Activities: Call to Action
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against Un-American Activities: A Call for Freedom of Speech
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea to Support Thomas and Committee Against Un-American Accusations
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Civil Liberties: A Letter to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Defending Democracy: A Letter to Congresswoman Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["The document acknowledges an inquiry about the contribution of \"Negroes in the Navy during World War II. It provides statistics on the number of \"Negro\" men and women in the Navy, as well as the number of officers, aviators, doctors, and dentists. Enclosed are histories of two Naval vessels manned predominantly by \"Negroes. The document also mentions contacting the Navy Department for information on whether the Navy trained any \"Negro\" pilots."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0084_thumbnail.jpg "The Contribution of Negroes in World War II: A Navy Perspective")
![["The document from Mr. Cowan to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas outlines recommendations made by a group of veterans' representatives to repeal certain provisions of Public Law 679 related to veterans' benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs was directed to forward these recommendations to Congress for consideration. The document expresses hope that the Congresswoman will take the necessary action to address these concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0000-Veterans,%201940-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Recommendations for Veterans' Benefits")
![["The document contains correspondence regarding the case of General Prisoner David L. Clay, Army serial number 39713766. It mentions that his case is being reviewed for parole and the decision will be communicated once reached. There are letters from Mrs. Fitzpatrick seeking help for her son's parole, and a response stating that his parole was disapproved due to past misdemeanors. Mrs. Douglas' office is involved in advocating for parole consideration for General Prisoner Clay."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0000-War%20Department%20Cases%20and%20Requests%20(Cl-Fa),%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Concern for General Prisoner David L. Clay's Parole Status")
![["The Leisure Wear, Robe and Sportswear Workers' Union is requesting a copy of Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas' speech on the topic of Negro soldiers in World War II. The request is made by Anne Florant, the Educational Director of the union."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copy of Speech: Negro Soldier in World War II")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas presented an amendment to extend rent controls, citing a housing crisis and the need for affordable housing. She argued that rent control was necessary to prevent chaos and advocated for stronger enforcement measures, including injunctions, treble damages, and criminal sanctions. Her bill aimed to protect tenants from illegal evictions and rent increases, and provide standards for rent administrators. Douglas warned that without effective rent control, rents would continue to increase, impacting the economic and social well-being of the nation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0000-Statements%20in%20Congress,%20speeches,%20and%20press%20releases%20of%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Rent Control Bill Introduced by Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document urges Mrs. Douglas to protect the constitutional rights of witnesses being pursued by the Thomas Committee, arguing that citing them for contempt of Congress would violate their democratic rights. The writer asks Mrs. Douglas to lead the fight against these citations and work towards abolishing the Thomas Committee. They express hope that Mrs. Douglas will protect civil rights during this critical time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Resolutions Against Loyalty Purges and Un-American Activities: Call to Action")
![["The document includes a letter from Bishop Dun thanking Mrs. Douglas for her support of a resolution he presented at a meeting of the House of Bishops regarding the fight against communism. Mrs. Douglas, also an Episcopalian, expresses her pride in the resolution and the role of the church in addressing moral issues. The resolution emphasizes the importance of protecting freedom of conscience and working for justice and dignity for all."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0020_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against Un-American Activities: A Call for Freedom of Speech")
![["The document is addressed to Representative H. G. Douglas in Los Angeles, dated November 17, 1947. The writer, Mrs. B. Thomas, urges the representative to take action to abolish the Thomas Rankin Committee, which she believes threatens the freedom of speech and thought guaranteed by the American Constitution. She emphasizes the importance of preserving American institutions of freedom."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea to Support Thomas and Committee Against Un-American Accusations")
![["The writer is urging Congressman Helen G. Douglas to vote against the indictment of nineteen men cited by the Thomas-Rankin \"Unamerican\" Committee. They believe the committee is attempting to intimidate the Motion Picture Industry and infringe upon the rights and civil liberties of Americans. The writer, a voter in California, asks the Congressman to vote against the citation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Civil Liberties: A Letter to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a letter from Mr. Leo Platt, legislative chairman of Lodge 469, expressing opposition to the House Committee on Un-American Activities and advocating for its abolition. The document references a resolution passed by the Franz Boas Lodge No. 469 of the International Workers Order that also opposes the committee's activities. The resolution highlights the importance of upholding the principles of freedom and democracy in America."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Defending Democracy: A Letter to Congresswoman Douglas")