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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_58_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Socialistic Measures: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-29
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter to Claude Eckert Regarding Concerns on Social Security Enactment
- Date:
- 1946-07-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Retirement, Social Security
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Advocating for Veteran Housing: A Letter to Veterans Organizations
- Date:
- 1946-07-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Railway Reorganization Recommendation by Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Regarding the Reed Railroad Reorganization Bill
- Date:
- 1946-07-31
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_17_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Introduction of the World War II Adjusted Compensation Act in the House of Representatives
- Date:
- 1946-08-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_41A
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Flood Control Projects on the Arkansas and Red River Basins
- Date:
- 1946-08-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- WaterwaysUnited States, Flood Control--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Statement on Supporting the State of Israel: Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, 1948
- Date:
- 1946-08-02
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Political corruption
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Simplifying Old-Age Pensions: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1946-08-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_58_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Opposition to Socialistic Measures: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-08-02
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, thanking Adah V. Waldrep for sending in a ballot opposing socialistic and communistic measures, particularly the National Housing proposals. Schwabe expresses his belief that there is too much government involvement in business and not enough business involvement in government. He is opposed to planned economy and government control of business activities."]](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_58_0000-Small%20Business,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_58_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Socialistic Measures: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is discussing concerns about the social security enactment passed by Congress, with the writer expressing agreement with the recipient's views. They believe that the current system is flawed and that politicians are not prioritizing the needs of older people. The writer suggests that pensions should only require citizenship and reaching a certain age, without the need for unnecessary bureaucracy. They criticize the New Deal crowd for creating inflation without increasing pensions and for passing a bill that cannot be amended. The writer agrees with the recipient's frustrations and emphasizes the need for change in leadership."]](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_3_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0008_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter to Claude Eckert Regarding Concerns on Social Security Enactment")
![["The document is a letter from a congressman to various veterans' organizations, discussing resolutions regarding veteran housing and the use of surplus military installations for constructing homes for veterans. The congressman inserted the resolutions in the Congressional Record and hopes to bring attention to the issue and prompt action from the War Assets Administration. The document emphasizes the need to prioritize veteran housing projects and streamline the process to make use of available materials from surplus installations."]](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_5_30_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Advocating for Veteran Housing: A Letter to Veterans Organizations")
![["Mr. George P. S. Beal wrote to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing interest in the exclusion of the Frisco and Denver Rio Grande from H.R. 5924. Representative Reed confirmed that the Denver and Rio Grande would be excluded, but not the Frisco. The final conference report approved by the House also did not exclude the Frisco."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Railway Reorganization Recommendation by Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe to J. E. Deno discussing the Reed Railroad Reorganization Bill. Schwabe mentions that the conference report is likely to be approved soon and assures Deno that he will work to his satisfaction before Congress adjourns. Deno expresses the importance of the bill for himself and his wife's financial security. Schwabe promises to work on the matter and thanks Deno for his interest."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Regarding the Reed Railroad Reorganization Bill")
![["This bill, introduced in the 79th Congress, 2nd Session by Mr. O'Toole on August 1, 1946, is aimed at providing additional compensation for veterans of World War II. The bill, known as the \"World War II Adjusted Compensation Act\", includes definitions of terms such as \"land or naval forces\" and \"veteran\". It also specifies that the Coast Guard, Women's Army Corps, and other related groups are included in the definition of \"land or naval forces\"."]](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_17_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_17_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_17_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Introduction of the World War II Adjusted Compensation Act in the House of Representatives")
![["Hydrologic Map by the War Department, Army Corps of Engineers: This map illustrates completed, ongoing, and planned reservoirs, levees, and dams, including projects under investigation, with some cities hand-annotated and sourced from the 81st Congress Legislative Appropriations for Interior in 1950. Dimensions: 10 3/8 x 17."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_41_thumbnail.jpg "Flood Control Projects on the Arkansas and Red River Basins")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the United States for not supporting the United Nations decision on Palestine, calling it a betrayal of international agreements and a retreat to power politics. She argues that the US should have taken a firm stand to prevent violence and support democracy in the region. Douglas believes that the US backing down sets a dangerous precedent and will only lead to more violence in Palestine. She urges for strong and principled leadership to uphold international decisions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0000-Statements%20in%20Congress,%20speeches,%20and%20press%20releases%20of%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Statement on Supporting the State of Israel: Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, 1948")
![["In a speech before Congress, Honorable George B. Schwabe of Oklahoma argues for simplifying the qualifications for old-age pensions, suggesting that recipients only need to prove United States citizenship and reach the required age. He criticizes the current system for promoting indolence and suggests that payments be made directly to recipients to eliminate bureaucracy. Schwabe also criticizes the matching of funds by states and advocates for a system where the federal government covers the full cost of old-age assistance. He expresses frustration with the government's prioritization of other spending over helping the elderly and calls for a more straightforward and respectful approach to providing assistance to older Americans."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Simplifying Old-Age Pensions: A Call for Change")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, thanking Mr. R. C. Steve for his ballot expressing opposition to socialist and communist measures, particularly National Housing proposals. Schwabe believes there is too much government involvement in business and not enough business in government. He appreciates the input from constituents and friends on controversial 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_6_58_0000-Small%20Business,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_58_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Opposition to Socialistic Measures: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")