Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Negroes' Magnificent War Record: A Tribute from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_6_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Correspondence Regarding Claim for Deceased Son's Back Pay
- Date:
- 1946-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support for Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas in the Fight for Civil Rights
- Date:
- 1946-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Osage Conference and Indian Affairs
- Date:
- 1946-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Challenge of Organized Labor: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939, Communism
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Thank You, Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Letter of Appreciation from the American Veterans Committee
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- 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_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request for Discharge: Gerald Fadem's Mother Seeks Assistance
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns About Labor Influence in Government
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Employment & social affairs, New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_67_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenges of the Labor Situation: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Moss Patterson
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over Identity: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document from Jackson Leighter to Helen Gahagan Douglas congratulates her on an article in the New York Post praising the contributions of African American soldiers in World War II. Douglas highlights the challenges faced by Black soldiers and commends their bravery and success in the face of adversity. She mentions specific individuals who displayed extraordinary courage and were recognized for their actions during the war."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Negroes' Magnificent War Record: A Tribute from Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["Mrs. Irma Faye Richey contacted Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding her son's back pay from the Navy. The Comptroller General informed her that, under Public Law 306, the balance due to her son's estate would be split between her and her son's father. Since the father was still alive, Mrs. Richey was not entitled to the full amount. The General Accounting Office was in the process of sending a letter to Mrs. Richey regarding this decision."]](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_6_0000-Comptroller%20General,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_6_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Correspondence Regarding Claim for Deceased Son's Back Pay")
![["Miss Marion Preisler of Port Washington, Wisconsin, wrote a letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing support for her remarks on Black G.I.'s and criticizing Southern senators who were filibustering the FEPC bill."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas in the Fight for Civil Rights")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Mr. John W. Collins thanking him for providing information about the Osage Conference attendees. Schwabe mentions that he will try to schedule a meeting for Collins' group with the House subcommittee on Appropriations and expresses gratitude for their support. Collins also sends a list of attendees and mentions a bill from the Mayo Hotel that was already paid."]](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_24_0000-Interior,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Osage Conference and Indian Affairs")
![["The document is a letter from Mr. R. A. Krumme to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding organized labor and industry. Krumme expresses concern about the President's proposal to give excess profits from industry to labor, suggesting it should go to consumers instead. He believes organized labor should be held accountable for its actions and treated like any other organized group. Krumme emphasizes the importance of representing the interests of all Americans, not just those in unions, and urges Congressman Schwabe to address the issue of organized labor firmly and fairly."]](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_64_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0013_thumbnail.jpg "The Challenge of Organized Labor: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document expresses gratitude to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas for her statements regarding the role of Negro servicemen in World War II. The American Veterans Committee in Jamaica supports her efforts to fight against discrimination and uphold democratic values at home."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Thank You, Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Letter of Appreciation from the American Veterans Committee")
![["Mrs. Fadem wrote to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas seeking help in obtaining a dependency discharge for her son, Gerald Fadem, who is serving in the Army. Mrs. Fadem is ill and unable to run her business without her son's help. The application for discharge has been approved by the Red Cross and is being considered by the Army. Mrs. Fadem is hoping for a quick resolution to bring her son home."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request for Discharge: Gerald Fadem's Mother Seeks Assistance")
![["The document from Mr. Scott expresses concerns about government favoring special interests, particularly labor unions, over the interests of the people as a whole. He believes that management should be placed on the same level as labor unions and that representatives in Congress should take action to address this issue. Mr. Schwabe agrees with Mr. Scott's views and suggests writing to the Congressman from his district to voice his concerns."]](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_65_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns About Labor Influence in Government")
![["The document is from Moss Patterson, owner of Lazy S Ranch, to Congressman George B. Schwabe discussing issues with labor unions in the bus transportation industry. Patterson expresses concern over unions demanding pay increases and not honoring contracts, and suggests that legislation should hold unions accountable. He also mentions a recent strike in Oklahoma City and criticizes Petrillo, head of the music union. Congressman Schwabe responds, agreeing with Patterson's views and mentioning recent legislation he supported to address similar issues. Schwabe encourages Patterson to communicate his concerns to their local congressman."]](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_67_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_67_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges of the Labor Situation: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Moss Patterson")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. Tolliner's views on the term \"Negro\" and prejudice against minority groups. The writer, Helen Gahagan Douglas, agrees that all Americans should be treated equally but argues that changing names or ignoring existing problems will not combat prejudice. The writer also discusses the history of the term \"Negro\" and calls for the abolition of the name and the promotion of unity and love among Americans. The writer emphasizes the importance of following the foundation laid by God and suggests debating the issue further."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate Over Identity: A Letter Exchange")