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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Enlisted Personnel Terminal Leave Pay
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Speech Request
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_014_2.2_22_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Acknowledgment of American Negro Soldiers' Contributions in WWII and Call for Fair Employment Practices
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Congressional Material: Agricultural Economics in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_5_79_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Response to Loan Request: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call to Action: Addressing the Labor Strikes
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Analysis of Profit, Loss, and Subsidy in the American Steel Industry: A Letter Exchange from 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_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 Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a response from George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, to a letter regarding legislation on terminal leave pay for enlisted personnel. Schwabe mentions the bills pending in the House and Senate Committees on Military and Naval Affairs and expresses his support for giving enlisted men the same consideration as commissioned officers. He also mentions specific bills being discussed and his willingness to advocate for the benefits of enlisted men. Schwabe's response shows his commitment to advocating for the rights of enlisted personnel."]](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_51_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Enlisted Personnel Terminal Leave Pay")
![["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")
![["Mr. Klein requested a copy of Helen Gahagan Douglas' speech from January 22, which appeared in the Congressional Record. Douglas sent a copy of the speech to Klein as requested."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Speech Request")
![["The document is addressed to Mrs. Helen Gahagan Douglas, a U.S. House Representative, praising her speech on the war record of American Negro Soldiers. The writer expresses gratitude for recognizing the contributions of black soldiers and urges continued support for a bill for a permanent Fair Employment Practices Committee to ensure equal opportunities for all citizens."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Acknowledgment of American Negro Soldiers' Contributions in WWII and Call for Fair Employment Practices")
![["The American Veterans Committee congratulates Helen Gahagan Douglas for highlighting the contributions of Negro troops during the war, emphasizing their intelligence, willingness to serve, and heroism. This action is seen as important in bridging racial divides in the country."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops")
![["The document is from C. L. Stewart, a Professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Illinois, requesting ten copies of an important Congressional Record to be reprinted, or alternatively, two copies of the issue. The document is addressed to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Congressional Material: Agricultural Economics in 1946")
![["Miss Nell Ratcliff wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe on January 25, 1946, urging him to support the administration's proposed $3,750,000,000 loan to Great Britain. However, Congressman Schwabe received a letter from a constituent stating that over 90% of the people in his district do not want him to vote for the appropriation making this loan possible. The constituent believes that the money should be spent on returning servicemen who need homes, rather than giving it to foreigners. The constituent also mentions that Great Britain has not reciprocated or repaid loans previously given by the US. Congressman Schwabe agrees with his constituents and believes it is his duty to represent their views."]](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_79_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Loan Request: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses the prevalent strike situation and criticizes President Truman for his handling of it. The author believes that existing laws, if enforced, would be sufficient to handle the situation and protect the public. The document also calls on Congress to take action and stop the influence of labor racketeers and bosses. Finally, a telegram from Mr. H. J. Scott urges Congressman George Schwabe to address the strike situation before it negatively impacts businesses."]](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_63_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Call to Action: Addressing the Labor Strikes")
![["The document discusses the issue of profit and loss in the steel industry, comparing the approach of United States Steel Corporation, which operates on a profit and loss basis, with that of Henry J. Kaiser, who has grown his business through government subsidies. The document criticizes Kaiser for accepting wage raises without concern for red ink, while United States Steel Corporation faces financial challenges. It also raises concerns about the influence of union leaders and the potential impact of a planned economy on private ownership and competition in the industry."]](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_6_0000-Subsidies,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "An Analysis of Profit, Loss, and Subsidy in the American Steel Industry: A Letter Exchange from 1946")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is responding to a letter from Sammy D. Wood regarding the sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw coal and asphalt deposits. The Congress has authorized the sale, and a contract is almost ready to be submitted for approval by the Tribes. Senator Thomas discusses the importance of maintaining Indian schools and hospitals, and expresses his support for continuing these services. Wood inquires about the status of the sale and expresses concerns about the treatment of enrolled members of the Choctaw tribe."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits in 1946")