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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Mr. Schwab Regarding Support for National Blindness Institute and Multiple Sclerosis Society
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter to Representative George B. Schwab Urging Increased Funding for the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Abstract Poetry: A Collection of Random Thoughts and Expressions
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter to House Representative Advocating for Funding in Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Plea for Funding Support to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Representative George B. Schwab Requesting Increased Funding for Multiple Sclerosis Research
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Appeal for Funding to Support Neurological Disease Research in 1953
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Gratitude and Funding Request for National Institute of Mesological Diseases and Blindness
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Shenkman's Advocacy for Increased Funding to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1952 Letter to Congressman George B. Schwab Requesting Support for Neurological Diseases and Blindness Institute Funding
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Health
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Murray E. Sprague is writing to Mr. Schwab about her interest in the activities of the newly formed National Blindness Institute and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. She is hoping for progress in finding a cure or help for multiple sclerosis, an affliction that affects many in her community. She mentions an appropriation of eight million dollars for the Institute in 1953 and requests Mr. Schwab's careful consideration of this important matter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Mr. Schwab Regarding Support for National Blindness Institute and Multiple Sclerosis Society")
![["The document is addressed to Mr. George B. Schwab in reference to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness. It mentions the need for more funding in 1953 to continue important research and projects. The writer urges Mr. Schwab to do his part in supporting the Institute."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0018_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter to Representative George B. Schwab Urging Increased Funding for the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness")
![["The document is a letter addressed to someone named Hon from someone named Melin. The document mentions the Justice of Blender and expresses appreciation for their courtly demeanor. The document ends with the signature \"Melin.\""]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Abstract Poetry: A Collection of Random Thoughts and Expressions")
![["KW Johnson is writing to George B. Schwab on behalf of the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness, requesting funding to fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Johnson emphasizes the need for financial support to find a cure for the disease, which has affected his own home. He urges Schwab to consider the billions spent on wars and the relatively small amount needed to help those suffering from illnesses. Johnson expresses hope that Schwab will support their cause and prevent others from being affected by the disease."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0021_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter to House Representative Advocating for Funding in Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis")
![["John R. Geiger Jr. is requesting support for an $8 appropriation for the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness in a letter to a representative in Washington, DC."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0020_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Plea for Funding Support to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness")
![["The document is written by Gertrude Blay Bley, a forty-year-old invalid with Multiple Sclerosis, to Representative George B. Schwab of Oklahoma. She pleads for adequate funding for the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness to help find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. She emphasizes the importance of research in finding a cure for the disease and asks for $8,000,000 in funding for the Institute in 1953."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Representative George B. Schwab Requesting Increased Funding for Multiple Sclerosis Research")
![["Mrs. Berkline Sutcliffe writes to Congressman George B. Schwab requesting support for the Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness, which needs eight million dollars for research in 1953. She shares the story of her nephew who died from multiple sclerosis and emphasizes the importance of funding research to save lives. Mrs. Sutcliffe urges Congressman Schwab to support the bill and help those in need."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0027_thumbnail.jpg "An Appeal for Funding to Support Neurological Disease Research in 1953")
![["The document is thanking the recipient for passing Public Law 692, which established the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness and provided funding of $1,187,400. The document also requests consideration for an additional $8 million in the 1953 budget to address neurological and sensory disorders affecting 20 million people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Gratitude and Funding Request for National Institute of Mesological Diseases and Blindness")
![["J.A. Shenkman of Shenkman's Fine Furniture in Tarentum, PA is requesting an increase in appropriation to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness for the Children's Rehabilitation Institute to expand their training program for cerebral palsies. This is seen as a must for the betterment of the institute."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Shenkman's Advocacy for Increased Funding to the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness")
![["Margaret Swang writes to Honorable George B. Schwab requesting support for an $8,000,000 appropriation for the Institute of Neurological Diseases & Blindness, citing her two friends afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis as a reason for his support."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0000-Institute%20for%20Research%20on%20Neurological%20Diseases%20and%20Blindness,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_60_0034_thumbnail.jpg "1952 Letter to Congressman George B. Schwab Requesting Support for Neurological Diseases and Blindness Institute Funding")