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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_14_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from F.S. Edwards Tobacco Company Opposing Fair Employment and Cradle to the Grave Acts
- Date:
- 1945-05-31
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and W.M. Dunn Regarding Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from Arme Flour Mills Co. Expressing Concern About Proposed Unemployment Compensation for War Workers
- Date:
- 1945-06-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Truman's Defense Plant Workers Pension Proposal: A Congressman's Response to Constituent's Concerns
- Date:
- 1945-06-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from George B. Schwabe Regarding Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter from Cleveland Chamber of Commerce to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Disapproval of Norton Fair Employment Practice Bill
- Date:
- 1945-06-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter Regarding Controversial F.E.P.C. Bill from J.E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence Regarding Controversial Legislation: Fair Employment Practice Act and Social Security Tax Increase
- Date:
- 1945-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Schwabe's Response to Constituent's Request Regarding Fair Employment Practices Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_17_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Speeches of Senator Theodore G. Bilbo on Fair Employment Practices and War Agencies in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-06-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from F.S. Edwards Tobacco Company to Hon George Schwabe, asking him to use his efforts to defeat the \"Fair Employment Act\" and the \"Cradle to the Grave Act\" as they do not feel it necessary for this legislation to come up at this time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_14_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_14_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from F.S. Edwards Tobacco Company Opposing Fair Employment and Cradle to the Grave Acts")
![["Mr. Dunn writes to Congressman Schwabe expressing his opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act and his concerns about its potential negative impact on businesses. He criticizes the bill for giving too much power to a small group of individuals and creating a system that could lead to racketeering and blackmail. Dunn urges Schwabe to vote against the bill and suggests contacting other Oklahoma congressmen to express similar sentiments. Schwabe responds, agreeing with Dunn's views and stating his opposition to the bill as well."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and W.M. Dunn Regarding Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act")
![["The document is a letter expressing opposition to a proposed $25 per week contribution to war workers who may be out of employment. The author believes that able-bodied individuals who want to work can find employment, and it is not in line with American principles to provide unearned compensation. The author also argues that the government is already in debt due to the war and that paying individuals to not work would be unnecessary. Additionally, the author mentions that a large portion of the milling industry is understaffed and that individuals should be willing to accept jobs they were previously eager to obtain. The document urges the recipient to oppose the proposed program."]](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_12_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0018_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from Arme Flour Mills Co. Expressing Concern About Proposed Unemployment Compensation for War Workers")
![["Mr. Minton expresses his disagreement with the proposal to pension civilian war workers and believes they should be able to take care of themselves once they are no longer needed. He questions the financial burden it would place on the government, especially with the existing debt from war expenses. Mr. Schwabe, in response, appreciates Mr. Minton's views and agrees with his stance on the issue. He encourages Mr. Minton to continue sharing his opinions on current 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_7_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Truman's Defense Plant Workers Pension Proposal: A Congressman's Response to Constituent's Concerns")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a telegram from the Chamber of Commerce requesting him to oppose H.R. 2232, the Fair Employment Practice Act. He expresses his opposition to the bill and states that he will never support similar measures. He believes that the proponents of the bill do not share his views on Americanism. He also mentions that President Truman supports the bill, but he remains against it. Schwabe informs the Chamber of Commerce of his stance on the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from George B. Schwabe Regarding Opposition to the Fair Employment Practice Act")
![["The Cleveland Chamber of Commerce is recommending the disapproval of the Norton Fair Employment Practice Bill, as well as any legislation dealing with the issue of discrimination. They believe that discrimination cannot be prevented by legislation and that it would be detrimental to minority groups and hinder progress made during the war in breaking down discriminatory practices. Walter I. Beam, the Executive Vice President, urges Honorable George B. Schwabe to consider their views."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from Cleveland Chamber of Commerce to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Disapproval of Norton Fair Employment Practice Bill")
![["The document is a letter from John E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe discussing the F. E. P. C. Bill, which Rankin believes is dangerous and communistic. He argues that the bill would lead to totalitarianism, harm small businesses, and create race tension. Rankin urges Schwabe to oppose the bill and provides a list of personnel involved in the organization behind it. He emphasizes the importance of protecting the country from the negative consequences 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/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter Regarding Controversial F.E.P.C. Bill from J.E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses two bills before Congress - the Fair Employment Practice Act and the Social Security legislation. The writer opposes the Fair Employment Practice Act, criticizing it as socialistic and communistic. They express concerns about the potential consequences of increasing the Social Security tax, particularly in terms of the fund being invested in government bonds. The writer appreciates receiving feedback from constituents and values their input on pending issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence Regarding Controversial Legislation: Fair Employment Practice Act and Social Security Tax Increase")
![["Mr. G.W. Morris wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe asking him to vote against the Fair Employment Practices Act. Schwabe responded, stating that he has consistently voted against measures supporting the bill and will continue to do so. He thanked Morris for writing to him and encouraged him to reach out with any other concerns or issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Schwabe's Response to Constituent's Request Regarding Fair Employment Practices Act")
![["Senator Theodore G. Bilbo of Mississippi gives a speech in the Senate opposing the inclusion of the Fair Employment Practices Committee (FEPC) in a bill providing appropriations for war agencies. He argues against the FEPC, claiming it would be harmful to the 16 war agencies listed in the bill. Senator Bilbo expresses concern that the FEPC would disrupt the continuity of government operations and urges his colleagues not to support its inclusion in the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_17_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_17_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Speeches of Senator Theodore G. Bilbo on Fair Employment Practices and War Agencies in 1945")