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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Veterans' Homestead Bill HR 4589 in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-11-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenges in Securing Essential Materials and Supplies for Post-War Expansion
- Date:
- 1945-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Labor Issues in America: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1945-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Return of Patent Office to Washington, D.C.
- Date:
- 1945-11-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding HR 2859, The Invalid Pension Bill, between Mrs. Floyd B. Harris and Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-11-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Veteran Homesteads in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-11-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_21_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Salary Increase for Federal Employees
- Date:
- 1945-11-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Urging Support for OPA Price Controls for Teachers and Salaried Workers
- Date:
- 1945-11-17
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Immigration Legislation: The Radcliffe Bill and Seamen's Citizenship
- Date:
- 1945-11-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Bureaucratic Nightmare: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-11-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education, Higher--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Representative Schwabe received a letter from Ray R. Shaw, a Navy serviceman, expressing interest in the veterans' homestead bill HR 4589, which would divide government land into small farms for veterans. Schwabe acknowledges the importance of the bill for veterans but expresses concern about potential opposition from the New Deal majority in Congress. He mentions that the land would need to be surveyed and subdivided before veterans could file for it. Schwabe promises to keep Shaw informed on the progress of the bill."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Veterans' Homestead Bill HR 4589 in 1945")
![["The Phillips Petroleum Company in Bartlesville, Oklahoma is facing challenges in securing materials and supplies for their expansion plans due to the housing shortage, labor situation, strikes in various industries, and difficulties in procurement. They have been unable to obtain essential items such as truck tanks, plumbing supplies, and electrical fixtures, leading to delays in their projects and hindering job creation. The company is frustrated with the lack of progress in obtaining necessary materials and supplies."]](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_61_0000-Price%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges in Securing Essential Materials and Supplies for Post-War Expansion")
![["The author, M. B. Heine, expresses concern about the impact of labor strikes on the economy and suggests that an independent union should be formed to address the issue. He criticizes the control of unions by a minority of leaders and calls for more transparency and accountability within unions. He also highlights the need for legislation to protect the rights of American workers and criticizes the influence of foreign-born union leaders. The author emphasizes that these are personal views and not those of his employer."]](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_61_0000-Price%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Labor Issues in America: A Call for Change")
![["The document is requesting Representative George Schwabe to use his influence to bring the Patent Office back to Washington, D.C. from Richmond, Virginia, as it is causing inconvenience to patent attorneys and their clients. The document emphasizes the importance of reuniting the Patent Office in Washington for the proper functioning of the patent system and aiding reconversion."]](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_5_0000-Patents,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Return of Patent Office to Washington, D.C.")
![["Mrs. Floyd B. Harris wrote to Honorable George B. Schwabe requesting his support for the Invalid Pension Bill, HR 2859, which would provide pensions for World War 1 veterans for disabilities that may develop after military service. George B. Schwabe responded, stating that he is familiar with the bill and anticipates supporting it if brought out for a vote. He thanked Mrs. Harris for bringing the matter to his attention."]](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_19_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding HR 2859, The Invalid Pension Bill, between Mrs. Floyd B. Harris and Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is from Mike Battiest, an Assistant Department Service Officer at The American Legion, to George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress. Battiest expresses interest in Schwabe's bill to provide veterans homesteads at the Oklahoma Ordnance Works site and requests to be included on the list for homestead applications. Schwabe explains that the bill is still in the early stages and outlines the process that needs to be completed before applications can be filed. Schwabe believes that the bill will be beneficial for veterans and mentions meeting with encouragement for the measure. Schwabe also sends a copy of the veterans' homestead bill to Battiest for his information."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Veteran Homesteads in Oklahoma")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a wire from Mr. Gustafson asking for support on a bill to provide a 25% salary increase to Federal employees. Schwabe assures Gustafson that he will consider the matter thoroughly and hopes his vote will meet with approval. Gustafson's organization also sent a telegram asking for support on the same bill."]](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_21_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_21_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Salary Increase for Federal Employees")
![["The Oklahoma Education Association is urging the Honorable George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, to consider the impact of the Office of Price Administration (OPA) on teachers' salaries. They believe that if the OPA were to break down, teachers and other salaried individuals would suffer greatly. They also express their concerns about the disparity between tax reductions for salary-wage earners and corporate businesses, and urge for continued OPA price controls to prevent inflation. The resolution was approved by the OEA Board of Directors in November 1945."]](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_30_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Urging Support for OPA Price Controls for Teachers and Salaried Workers")
![["The first text is a response from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, to a letter regarding a bill known as the Radcliffe Bill. Schwabe states that he is not very familiar with the bill but will give it serious consideration. He suggests that the bill may be controversial and unlikely to pass quickly due to the current political climate. The second text is a letter from a seaman on a ship, expressing concern about foreign seamen not being able to become American citizens easily. The seaman suggests a law that would allow them the same privileges as those in the army or navy. The seaman requests a response to share with his shipmates."]](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_55_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Immigration Legislation: The Radcliffe Bill and Seamen's Citizenship")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a letter from Dr. J. S. King regarding a property purchased from the HOLC. Schwabe expresses his belief that government bureaus like the HOLC can be destructive and advocates for their abolishment. Dr. King requests Schwabe's help in dealing with additional demands from a bureaucratic official related to the property purchase. The official is trying to prolong the lease and make additional payments, causing financial loss to Dr. King. Schwabe acknowledges the situation but states he is unable to intervene."]](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_33_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Bureaucratic Nightmare: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")