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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0051
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Threat of McCarthyism: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0053
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support for Standing Against Un-American Activities: A Letter of Thanks
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Banking reform
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Class of Service: Western Telegram Symbols and Ship Radiogram
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0069
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support and Appreciation: Correspondence Regarding Contempt Citations Vote
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0068
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Western Symbols Class of Service: Telegram Instructions
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Egan, Joseph L.
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0072
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Un-American Inquisition: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0079
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Resolution against the Thomas Un-American Activities Committee
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0081
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Championing American Rights: A Letter of Support
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Unfinished Business: The Urgency of Federal Anti-Lynching Legislation
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from Rube Borough of General Insurance to Helen Gahagan Douglas, expressing appreciation for her support of the Sabath Resolution to abolish the Thomas Committee and against the citation of Hollywood writers, actors, and directors for contempt of Congress. The document praises Douglas for her actions and compares the current crisis to past events in American history."]](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_0051_thumbnail.jpg "The Threat of McCarthyism: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a letter thanking Mr. Wolfe for his support of a vote against upholding contempt citations imposed by the House Committee on Un-American Activities. The sender also praises the recipient for their bravery and courage in their actions."]](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_0053_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Standing Against Un-American Activities: A Letter of Thanks")
![["The document explains the different symbols used in Western Union telegrams, such as DL for Day Letter and NL for Night Letter. It also mentions the filing and receipt times for telegrams. The message congratulates Helen Gahagan Douglas on her vote against issuing contempt citations against Hollywood people. The document ends with a note asking for suggestions from patrons regarding the company's service."]](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_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Class of Service: Western Telegram Symbols and Ship Radiogram")
![["Dr. Caldecott received a letter from someone thanking him for his previous letter and expressing interest in meeting after Christmas. The document also mentions the Douglas clan and their abilities to stir things up in the media. The writer expresses concern for the peace of the world and requests a conversation with Dr. Caldecott."]](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_0069_thumbnail.jpg "Support and Appreciation: Correspondence Regarding Contempt Citations Vote")
![["Mr. Corwin sent a telegram to Mr. Douglas thanking her for her statement on the contempt citations vote. Mr. Douglas appreciates Mr. Corwin's support and thoughtfulness. The telegram was sent from Los Angeles, California on November 25, 1947."]](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_0068_thumbnail.jpg "Western Symbols Class of Service: Telegram Instructions")
![["A letter from Jerome Posner, Manager of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America, thanking Jerry for informing him of the organization's endorsement of Bill H.R. 46. Posner also mentions that a resolution was adopted to work for the abolishment of the Unamerican Activity Committee."]](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_0072_thumbnail.jpg "The Un-American Inquisition: A Call to Action")
![["The document expresses support for a bill that aims to prevent harm and abuse of power by the American Communist Party. It mentions the origin of the bill by Representative Rankin and warns of the potential division and weakening of the nation if the party is not rooted out. The document also mentions the involvement of the FBI in identifying and combating fascist elements within the party."]](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_0079_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution against the Thomas Un-American Activities Committee")
![["The document acknowledges the receipt of a motion from Western Gate Lodge 970 regarding contempt citations. Mrs. Douglas is out of town, but the matter will be brought to her attention upon her return. The motion extends thanks to three California Representatives who opposed the House vote on the Thomas Un-American Committee's contempt 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_0081_thumbnail.jpg "Championing American Rights: A Letter of Support")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas speaks out against the actions of the Un-American Activities Committee, stating that their hearings are unjust and violate individual rights. She believes that combating communism should focus on addressing poverty and ignorance, not through hysteria or limiting free speech. Douglas criticizes the Committee for unfairly condemning the motion picture industry and interfering with creative freedom. She argues that the Committee's actions give the impression that communism is stronger than it actually is, and that extreme measures are not necessary to combat it. Douglas concludes by quoting a resolution from the House of Bishops urging caution in fighting communism and protecting freedom of conscience."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0000-Publications-Various%20articles%20written%20by%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas, a Congresswoman from California, spoke in support of Israel at a United Jewish Appeal event in 1948. She called for the United States to take a leadership role in supporting Israel in the United Nations, lifting the arms embargo to aid in defense, and taking action against Arab States for violating the Charter. She also advocated for Israel to be admitted to the United Nations immediately."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Unfinished Business: The Urgency of Federal Anti-Lynching Legislation")