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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_20_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Between Representative George B. Schwabe and Veterans of Foreign Wars Regarding Dormant Veteran Benefit Bills
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_20_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Veterans Legislation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Atoka Agreement and Tribal Estate Adjustment
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Railroad Social Insurance Bill (H.R. 1362)
- Date:
- 1946-04-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Negro Soldier Reprint Request Communication
- Date:
- 1946-04-29
- 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_047_1_5_76_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Case Bill: A Solution to Labor Issues
- Date:
- 1946-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Record Discharge Petition on Railroad Retirement Bill
- Date:
- 1946-04-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0052
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negro Soldier Manuscript: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_56_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Dangers of Government Control: A Speech by Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter written by Mr. George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a letter from Mr. James F. Humble of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Schwabe explains that several bills benefiting veterans are stalled in Congress due to the influence of the New Deal crowd and the President. He expresses a desire to resurrect the bills but acknowledges the challenges in getting them passed. Mr. Humble had urged Mr. Schwabe to take action on the bills and ensure they are brought forward for consideration."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_20_0024.jpg "1946 Correspondence Between Representative George B. Schwabe and Veterans of Foreign Wars Regarding Dormant Veteran Benefit Bills")
![["Billy L. Underwood, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging him to take action on three pending bills that would benefit veterans. Schwabe responded, expressing his concern for veterans and explaining the challenges of passing legislation due to the influence of military leaders. Underwood emphasized the importance of these bills for veterans and called on Schwabe to use his influence to move them forward."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_20_0025.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Veterans Legislation in 1946")
![["Mrs. G. Horton sent a postcard to Elmer Thomas regarding the Atoka Agreement concerning the purchase of asphalt and coal deposits from the Chickasaw-Choctaw Tribes of Indians. Elmer Thomas explains that the contract is being drawn and will be submitted to the tribes for consideration and vote. He states that he will work to get the contract ratified by Congress and the necessary funds appropriated once approved. Mrs. Horton requests that old debts be paid and expresses her desire for the agreement to be upheld."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0017.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Atoka Agreement and Tribal Estate Adjustment")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter regarding a discharge petition on a bill related to Railroad Social Insurance. The document will be brought to Congressman Schwabe's attention upon his return. The sender expresses concerns about the implications of the legislation and its impact on national economy, coverage under the Railroad Social Security Act, payroll taxes, and federal supervision of Social Security. They highlight the need for a careful examination of the legislation by the Ways and Means Committee."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0011.jpg "Concerns Regarding Railroad Social Insurance Bill (H.R. 1362)")
![["The document is a series of correspondence regarding the request for 1000 copies of \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" to be sent to the National Maritime Union of America. The first letter acknowledges the oversight in not sending the copies and assures that they have been shipped out. The second letter requests the copies and envelopes to be sent to the same address. Finally, a letter from the National Maritime Union inquires about the status of the requested reprints."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0048.jpg "Negro Soldier Reprint Request Communication")
![["The document from Mr. Schwabe to Mr. Butler discusses the Case Bill, which is aimed at holding unions and union officials responsible for their actions. Schwabe expresses concern about organized labor racketeers controlling the situation and opposes allowing foremen to belong to the same union as the employees they supervise. Butler expresses support for the Case Bill and agrees with the need for accountability for unions and union officials."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_76_0007.jpg "The Case Bill: A Solution to Labor Issues")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe's office to Mr. L. K. Rainey, informing him that a copy of the Congressional Record containing the Discharge Petition on the Railroad Retirement Bill has been sent to him as requested. The document also assures Mr. Rainey of the Congressman's willingness to provide further assistance and asks him to contact the office if needed."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0012.jpg "Congressional Record Discharge Petition on Railroad Retirement Bill")
![["The document is from Helen Gahagan Douglas to Louis R. Lautier, apologizing for not sending his manuscript and explaining that it will be retyped and forwarded soon. Douglas thanks Lautier for his cooperation and assistance with \"The \"Negro\" Soldier,\" which was completed in time for \"Negro\" History Week. Lautier also requests the return of the manuscript he lent to Douglas."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0052.jpg "The Negro Soldier Manuscript: A Letter Exchange")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses her support for price control and the continuation of the OPA in a speech to Congress on June 25, 1946. She argues that abandoning price control would be disastrous for the economy and compares it to the devastation of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima. Douglas criticizes a bill that she believes will lead to inflation and higher prices, stating that it will only give the American people an illusion of protection. She ultimately refuses to vote for the bill, believing it would not benefit the American people."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_810_5_1_0010.jpg "The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control")
![["In a speech given in Congress, Honorable George B. Schwabe criticizes the government's control over the economy and warns against the dangers of losing individual freedoms. He argues against the appointment of bureaucrats and advocates for laws enacted by representatives. Schwabe criticizes the New Deal system for promoting scarcity and stifling production, and warns against the potential for a dictatorial or communistic regime to take hold in America."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_56_0003.jpg "The Dangers of Government Control: A Speech by Honorable George B. Schwabe")