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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Case Against Peacetime Military Conscription
- Date:
- 1945-08-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Amendments to Senate Bill 1171 on Labor Relations
- Date:
- 1945-08-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Disposal of Federally-Owned War Housing: Policies and Procedures
- Date:
- 1945-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning, New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Tax Reductions and Unemployment Insurance in Post-War America
- Date:
- 1945-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_94_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities in the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 1945
- Date:
- 1945-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Governmental Affairs: September 1, 1945 - Vol. 2, No. 177 - Home Building Controls, Inventory Controls, Pricing New Automobiles
- Date:
- 1945-09-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Approval of Water Facilities Improvement in Tulsa
- Date:
- 1945-09-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Post-War Employment Challenges and Government Assistance Programs: Correspondence between Representative George B. Schwabe and Mr. T. W. Peters
- Date:
- 1945-09-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Opposition to the President's Deferred Labor Plan
- Date:
- 1945-09-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Account Charges and Service Requests for War Bonds and Quotas
- Date:
- 1945-09-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document, written by Staff Sargeant Malcolm Harper to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expresses opposition to peacetime military conscription. Harper argues that such a law would go against American values and democracy. He believes that an American volunteer system is more beneficial and suggests alternative ways to protect the country from foreign threats. Harper also emphasizes the importance of parental consent for youths under 21 who wish to enlist."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Case Against Peacetime Military Conscription")
![["The document from Mr. Wallingford to Senator James E. Murray discusses Senate Bill 1171 relating to labor relations and suggests amendments to improve the bill. He points out specific technical and policy issues in the bill and recommends changes to address them, while emphasizing the importance of passing the bill to improve labor relations in the country. Senator Schwabe responds positively to Mr. Wallingford's suggestions and expresses hope that the New Deal program will be modified based on public sentiment."]](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_77_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Amendments to Senate Bill 1171 on Labor Relations")
![["The National Housing Agency and Federal Public Housing Authority are responsible for disposing of war housing projects developed under various acts. They are required to inform Congress when war housing becomes surplus, and have outlined procedures for disposal. The Federal Public Housing Authority has around 656,000 war housing units to dispose of, including temporary and permanent units. The Lanham Act governs the disposal of war housing, with the goal of removing temporary housing promptly and selling permanent housing to private purchasers."]](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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Disposal of Federally-Owned War Housing: Policies and Procedures")
![["The document from Mr. Mahan to Congressman Schwabe urges cooperation to lower corporation and individual income taxes and oppose liberalization of unemployment insurance. Mr. Mahan believes that high taxes and liberalization of unemployment insurance will hinder business expansion and job creation. He urges Congressman Schwabe to take steps to lower taxes and prevent liberalization of the unemployment insurance law."]](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_9_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Tax Reductions and Unemployment Insurance in Post-War America")
![["John Ervin Matthews is seeking a position with the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and has reached out to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, for assistance. Matthews has experience in aircraft inspection and is interested in a position related to receiving and disposing of materials and surplus property. Schwabe suggests that Matthews contact Judge Trimble for help with the job application process, but is willing to assist him if needed. Matthews expresses his desire to remain in government service and specifically requests a transfer to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation in Tulsa."]](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_94_0000-Matthews,%20John%20E.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_94_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Employment Opportunities in the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 1945")
![["The document discusses various government controls and regulations in place during the post-war period, including controls on home building, inventory, and pricing of new automobiles. There is a disagreement within the government on when and how to relax these controls, with some advocating for immediate revocation while others argue for a gradual approach. Additionally, there are discussions on extending retail pricing controls to clothing to ensure affordability for consumers. The cost of living has increased slightly, but efforts are being made to keep prices stable and prevent inflation."]](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_58_0000-Labor,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_58_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Governmental Affairs: September 1, 1945 - Vol. 2, No. 177 - Home Building Controls, Inventory Controls, Pricing New Automobiles")
![["The document is a thank you letter from the Mayor of Tulsa, Olney F. Flynn, to Congressman George B. Schwabe for helping obtain approval for funding for improvement of water facilities in Tulsa. The document expresses gratitude for past favors and ends with well wishes."]](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_3_17_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Approval of Water Facilities Improvement in Tulsa")
![["Mr. Peters, owner of the Oklahoma Greenhouse, wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing his frustration with the difficulty of hiring workers due to many preferring to stay on a government-sponsored work plan rather than seeking employment. He believes this mentality is harmful to the economy and criticizes the New Deal for promoting dependency on the government. Representative Schwabe sympathizes with Mr. Peters' concerns and offers assistance."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Post-War Employment Challenges and Government Assistance Programs: Correspondence between Representative George B. Schwabe and Mr. T. W. Peters")
![["The document is a letter expressing opposition to a proposed bill that would guarantee $25.00 per week to unemployed citizens for a period of 26 weeks. The writer, who owns farms, argues that this bill would make it difficult for farmers to find workers as many unemployed individuals would prefer to receive government assistance without having to work. The writer urges members of Congress to consider the impact of the bill on the farm labor situation and to work against its passing."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Opposition to the President's Deferred Labor Plan")
![["The document includes a series of telegrams regarding a slaughter permit for John E. Cone. It discusses the approval of a class two slaughter permit and a quota of 255,080 pounds. There is confusion regarding the quota and the application process, with efforts being made to transfer the license from custom slaughtering to independent slaughtering. The document also includes details of phone calls and messages exchanged in an attempt to resolve the situation."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Account Charges and Service Requests for War Bonds and Quotas")