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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Accounting Information for Cable Telegrams Sent by A.N. Williams to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-10-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Recommendations for Veterans' Benefits
- Date:
- 1946-10-08
- 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_047_1_7_22_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the GI Bill of Rights and Veterans' Benefits in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-10-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Restoring Veterans' Benefits
- Date:
- 1946-10-09
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- 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_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Claims of Choctaw Indian G. V. Merryman, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-10-09
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_34_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Mineral Research and Inquiries
- Date:
- 1946-10-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_16_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Acquisition of Old Fort Cantonment Agency School for Boy Scouts Camp
- Date:
- 1946-10-10
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Social Security and Labor Concerns: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-10-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- United States--Appropriations and expenditures
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_6_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Payment Approval for Mr. Russell P. Cecil's Claim
- Date:
- 1946-10-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Agricultural Year Books
- Date:
- 1946-10-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a telegram sent by A. N. Williams, President of Schwabe Coll, to Honorable George B. Schwabe in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The telegram provides updates on approved loans for rural electrification and water facility construction projects in various counties. It also offers assistance and asks for further information 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_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Accounting Information for Cable Telegrams Sent by A.N. Williams to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The document from Mr. Cowan to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas outlines recommendations made by a group of veterans' representatives to repeal certain provisions of Public Law 679 related to veterans' benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs was directed to forward these recommendations to Congress for consideration. The document expresses hope that the Congresswoman will take the necessary action to address these concerns."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0000-Veterans,%201940-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Recommendations for Veterans' Benefits")
![["The document is a series of letters discussing concerns about the limitations on income for veterans under the G.I. Bill of Rights #346. The documents express frustration with the lack of benefits for veterans and call for action to be taken by Congress to address these issues. Congressman Schwabe, who has four veteran sons, is mentioned as someone who has worked on behalf of veterans in Congress. The documents highlight the need for change in legislation to better support veterans."]](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_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the GI Bill of Rights and Veterans' Benefits in 1946")
![["The California State Council of Retail Clerks sent a resolution to Mrs. Helen Gahagan Douglas requesting support to restore original benefits for veterans in the Apprentice Training Program outlined in the G.I. Bill of Rights. The resolution highlights concerns over reduced financial assistance for veterans and urges President Truman to address the issue in his next message to Congress. The resolution was adopted at a convention held in September 1946."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0000-Veterans,%201940-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Restoring Veterans' Benefits")
![["The letter dated October 9, 1946 from Elmer Thomas to G. V. Merryman acknowledges that Merryman, a Choctaw Indian living in Phoenix, Arizona, is inquiring about money due to the Indians. The letter states that the matter has been referred to the Assistant Commissioner of Indian Affairs in Chicago, Illinois, and includes a copy of the Indian Claims Commission bill that was recently passed. Thomas promises to provide an update once more information is available. Additionally, a copy of the letter sent to Honorable William Zimmerman, Jr. of the Office of Indian Affairs in Chicago is enclosed, requesting an early report on the matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Claims of Choctaw Indian G. V. Merryman, 1946")
![["Mrs. Livingston wrote to Congressman Schwabe expressing her concerns about the Bureau of Mines not considering her letter. The Bureau of Mines replied to Mrs. Livingston, stating that her theories regarding diamonds and quartz were questionable and not based on established principles of mineralogy. They requested more information from her to further investigate the matter. The Bureau of Mines explained the scientific reasons why her theories were unlikely and suggested reading specific books on the topic. Congressman Schwabe's office facilitated communication between Mrs. Livingston and the Bureau of Mines."]](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_34_0000-Mines,%201946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_34_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_34_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Mineral Research and Inquiries")
![["The text consists of a series of letters regarding the potential acquisition of the old Fort Cantonment Agency School in Oklahoma for the Great Salt Plains Council Boy Scouts of America to use as a Boy Scout camp. The letters show that the matter has been presented for consideration and referred to the field for report. Senator Elmer Thomas and Reverend Ray E. Snodgrass are involved in promoting the movement, and they are seeking support for the project."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Fort%20Cantonment,%20Oct.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Acquisition of Old Fort Cantonment Agency School for Boy Scouts Camp")
![["Mrs. C. W. Korp writes to Congressman George Schwabe expressing her views on Social Security and the labor situation. She questions the affordability of the Old Age Pension fund and compares it to Social Security benefits for the average wage earner. She also shares her husband's experience as a machinist and highlights the challenges faced by laborers who rely solely on retirement benefits. She requests clarification on the differences in benefits between pensioners and wage earners."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Social Security and Labor Concerns: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The Comptroller General of the United States, Lindsay C. Warren, wrote to Honorable George B. Schwabe regarding the approval of a claim by Mr. Russell P. Cecil for payment of services performed at the post office in Hominy, Oklahoma. The claim has been approved for a net amount of $61.90 and a check will be issued to Mr. Cecil at his address in Tulsa, Oklahoma."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Payment Approval for Mr. Russell P. Cecil's Claim")
![["The recipient, Mr. Phillips, wrote to Congressman Schwabe requesting Agricultural Year Books for 1944, 1945, and 1946. The response, sent by V. W. Dryden on behalf of Congressman Schwabe, explained that no year books were published in those years due to a paper shortage. Dryden thanked Phillips for his interest and assured him that the letter would be brought to Congressman Schwabe's attention. Dryden also encouraged Phillips to reach out to the office for assistance in the future."]](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_29_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Agricultural Year Books")