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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Record Discharge Petition on Railroad Retirement Bill
- Date:
- 1946-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding the Administration of Section 722 of the Internal Revenue Code
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for OPA: Correspondence on Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman George H. Schwabe Regarding the Amendment of Bill H.R. 4589
- Date:
- 1946-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_125
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Arkansas River Watershed, Heyburn Reservoir, Polecat Creek, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-05-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- WaterwaysUnited States, Water resources development--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Price Control Act: A Call for Extension and Strengthening
- Date:
- 1946-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_6_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call for Price Differential Legislation: National Oil Conservation Committee's Proposal
- Date:
- 1946-05-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_14_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Gratitude for HR 5059: A Thank You to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about the Premium Price Plan in the Tri-State Mining District
- Date:
- 1946-05-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe's office to Mr. L. K. Rainey, informing him that a copy of the Congressional Record containing the Discharge Petition on the Railroad Retirement Bill has been sent to him as requested. The document also assures Mr. Rainey of the Congressman's willingness to provide further assistance and asks him to contact the office if needed."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Record Discharge Petition on Railroad Retirement Bill")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses her support for price control and the continuation of the OPA in a speech to Congress on June 25, 1946. She argues that abandoning price control would be disastrous for the economy and compares it to the devastation of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima. Douglas criticizes a bill that she believes will lead to inflation and higher prices, stating that it will only give the American people an illusion of protection. She ultimately refuses to vote for the bill, believing it would not benefit the American people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010_thumbnail.jpg "The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control")
![["The document discusses concerns about the narrow and unsatisfactory administration of Section 722 of the Internal Revenue Code, specifically regarding excess profits tax matters. The author suggests changes in the administration of the code, such as settling cases in round figures and providing taxpayers with copies of field representatives' reports. The author recommends the Joint Committee on Internal Revenue Taxation present its views to the Secretary of the Treasury to address these issues without the need for legislative change."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding the Administration of Section 722 of the Internal Revenue Code")
![["The first letter is from Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing support for the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and promising to fight for its extension. The second letter is from Jules M. Lieberthal urging Douglas to oppose any legislation that would abolish price controls and expressing concern about the potential consequences of inflation. Both letters emphasize the importance of government representatives acting in the best interests of the people."]](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_0050_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for OPA: Correspondence on Price Control")
![["Samuel R. Kimble is writing to Congressman George H. Schwabe to present a redraft of bill \"H.R. 4589\" which addresses the ambiguity in the original bill regarding properties and facilities to be retained. Kimble suggests amendments to include authority to expand and to include veterans from the Coast Guard and Merchant Marines. He also recommends that Senator Moore submit the identical bill in the Senate to save time and ensure consistency. Kimble urges Schwabe to act quickly to prevent other agencies from obtaining control of the property and requests feedback on the amended version."]](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_21_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman George H. Schwabe Regarding the Amendment of Bill H.R. 4589")
![["Create a concise and logical summary using the title from the TITLE column and the text in the summary. This topographical map, produced by the War Department, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, illustrates conservation pool elevation and flood control pool elevation. Dimensions: 1:125"]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_125_thumbnail.jpg "Arkansas River Watershed, Heyburn Reservoir, Polecat Creek, Oklahoma")
![["The document from Mr. Webster urges Representative Schwabe to take a strong stand in favor of extending the Price Control Act and strengthening enforcement. Mr. Webster also suggests placing a ceiling on used houses, implementing rent control, and sponsoring a bill for rent control throughout the United States. Representative Schwabe responds by stating that he conducted a referendum in his district which showed majority opposition to the continuation of the O.P.A. He appreciates Mr. Webster's views and believes that the American people should express themselves on controversial issues."]](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_31_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Price Control Act: A Call for Extension and Strengthening")
![[""]](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_6_0000-Petroleum%20Industry,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_6_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Call for Price Differential Legislation: National Oil Conservation Committee's Proposal")
![["The document is a thank you letter from Riley J. Holbert, the Postmaster of Sperry, Oklahoma, to Congressman George B. Schwabe for his support of a bill benefiting postal employees. Holbert expresses gratitude for Schwabe's assistance and sends best wishes and personal regards."]](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_14_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_14_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Gratitude for HR 5059: A Thank You to Congressman Schwabe")
![["Mr. Kinmond wrote to Congressman Schwabe expressing concern over the expiration of the Premium Price Plan in the Tri-State mining district, which would have disastrous effects on businesses in the area. He urged the congressman to support the continuation of the plan to prevent the shutdown of mines and the disruption of businesses dependent on the mining industry. Congressman Schwabe responded, assuring Mr. Kinmond that he is familiar with the situation and will do his best to prevent unfair discrimination resulting from changes in policy. He also criticized the New Deal philosophy and emphasized the need for increased production and less regulation."]](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_16_0000-Premium%20Payments,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about the Premium Price Plan in the Tri-State Mining District")