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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0092
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding Record of Negro Servicemen in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- 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_047_1_5_30_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for F.H.A. Title 7 for Low Cost Housing for Veterans
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_74_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Controversial Labor Issues
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the British Loan: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Response to Constituent's Questions Regarding Veteran Pensions and Congressional Pensions
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Amendments to the Social Security Act in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-02-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Social Security, Retirement
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0098
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Congratulations to Helen G. Douglas for Speech on Negro Soldiers in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-16
- 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_014_2.2_22_9_0099
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter Requesting Information on War Efforts of African Americans
- Date:
- 1946-02-16
- 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_053_12_11_14A_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Sale
- Date:
- 1946-02-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Selective Service Act: A Concern for Students
- Date:
- 1946-02-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from Samuel A. Allen, Chairman of the Harlem Committee, to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas requesting a copy of a report on the Negro servicemen in World War II that she is preparing. Allen mentions that their center has served over two million Negro servicemen and women and would like to make the report available to them in their library and reading rooms."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_22_9_0092.jpg "Letter to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding Record of Negro Servicemen in World War II")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. to Mr. Robert W. Adams, President of the Tulsa Home Builders Association, thanking him for recommending consideration of F.H.A. Title 7 for low-cost housing for veterans. Schwabe expresses his interest in the subject and states that he will closely monitor the progress of the legislation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0003.jpg "Recommendation for F.H.A. Title 7 for Low Cost Housing for Veterans")
![["The document is a letter from Mr. H. E. Hulen to George B. Schwabe discussing their views on controversial issues, particularly the labor situation. Hulen expresses concern about proposed labor bills, such as a 65 cent minimum wage, and the impact they would have on farmers. He also criticizes the influence of unions and calls for legislation to hold them accountable. Hulen expresses disappointment in Congress for not representing their constituents effectively."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_74_0009.jpg "Correspondence on Controversial Labor Issues")
![["Mrs. J. E. Galley wrote a letter to Congressman Schwabe urging him to vote in favor of the proposed loan to Britain. She listed reasons why she believed the loan would be beneficial, including Britain's promise to purchase United States goods, abolish blocked sterling, avoid discriminations against importing United States goods, and cooperate on multilateral world trade. The document was received by the Congressman's secretary, A. L. Warren, who assured Mrs. Galley that the Congressman would consider her views on the issue."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0004.jpg "Supporting the British Loan: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["George B. Schwabe expresses gratitude to Mr. G. L. Hackleman for providing answers to a questionnaire regarding a pension for World War I veterans. Schwabe clarifies that he has never taken a stand against such a pension and emphasizes the need to consider financial constraints. He mentions his support for veterans and dismisses the idea of Congress pensioning its members, stating that it is not a serious consideration at the moment."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0017.jpg "Response to Constituent's Questions Regarding Veteran Pensions and Congressional Pensions")
![["J.W. Bollinger writes to Honorable George B. Schwabe suggesting an improvement to the Social Security Act, specifically addressing the requirement that a worker must work at least 50% of their time in a covered occupation to receive benefits upon reaching retirement age. Bollinger believes this provision is unfair and undemocratic, and should be removed from the law. Schwabe acknowledges the suggestion and thanks Bollinger for bringing the matter to his attention."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_5_0011.jpg "Correspondence on the Amendments to the Social Security Act in 1946")
![["The document is congratulating Helen G. Douglas for her speech in Congress supporting Negro soldiers in World War II. The writer appreciates her honesty and hopes she will continue to serve the people. The writer requests a copy of the speech to help dispel misconceptions about the African American population."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_22_9_0098.jpg "Letter of Congratulations to Helen G. Douglas for Speech on Negro Soldiers in World War II")
![["A letter sent to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas on February 16, 1946, requesting a copy of the partial record of work done in the war by African Americans. The sender expresses appreciation for the representative's work and asks for cooperation in fulfilling the request."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_22_9_0099.jpg "Letter Requesting Information on War Efforts of African Americans")
![["Munkers wrote to Senator Elmer Thomas on February 12, 1946, asking for information on the settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Indian affairs. Senator Thomas responded on February 16, 1946, informing Munkers that the matter is in the hands of Superintendent A. M. Landman and suggesting that Munkers contact him for updates on the progress towards settlement. Senator Thomas reassured Munkers that he is working on the issue and thanked him for his support."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0005.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Settlement of Choctaw and Chickasaw Coal Land Sale")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a request for information on the status of the Selective Service Act from two students at the University of Oklahoma. It informs them that no legislation has been introduced to continue the draft, meaning the Selective Service Act will terminate on May 15, 1946 unless new legislation is passed. The students are urged to plan accordingly based on this information."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0001.jpg "The Selective Service Act: A Concern for Students")