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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Seamen's Bill of Rights: Correspondence between Mrs. Anna E. Webb and Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- A Call for Congressional Salary Increase
- Date:
- 1945-03-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Commerce
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with School Bus Application
- Date:
- 1945-03-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Transportation--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Urgent Appeal for Indian Claims Commission: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1945-03-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_73_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of a War Worker: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Merchant Marine Bill of Rights
- Date:
- 1945-03-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate on Fair Employment Practice Law in 79th Congress, First Session: The Betrayal of White Americans
- Date:
- 1945-03-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Joshua B. "Josh" Lee Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence from Jesse H. Jones to Senator Josh Lee
- Date:
- 1945-03-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns About Labor Union Taxation: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_88_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Inclusion: The Push for Negro Nurses in the Military
- Date:
- 1945-03-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Anna E. Webb writes to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing her disappointment in the lack of support for Merchant Marine boys who were promised benefits similar to those of other armed forces. She urges Schwabe to support the Seamen's Bill of Rights, H.R. 2346, and provide these boys with the respect, readjustment facilities, education, and disability insurance they deserve. Schwabe responds, acknowledging the issue and expressing his sympathy and willingness to work towards a fair solution."]](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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Seamen's Bill of Rights: Correspondence between Mrs. Anna E. Webb and Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, thanking M. Darwin Kirk for his understanding of the burden and expenses faced by Congressmen. Schwabe expresses his intention to visit Kirk during a recess and sends his regards to Kirk's family. The second letter is from Kirk, urging Schwabe to advocate for a substantial increase in the annual salaries of Congress members, suggesting $20,000 or at least $15,000 per year. Kirk promises to commend Schwabe if he votes for the increase."]](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_39_0000-Reorganization%20of%20Congress,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0024_thumbnail.jpg "A Call for Congressional Salary Increase")
![["The document is a series of communications regarding the approval process for two school buses for Grove Public Schools in Oklahoma. Initially, there was confusion about the application process, but eventually, the correct steps were outlined for the superintendent to follow. The congressman assured assistance in expediting the procurement of the buses and requested immediate communication after the application was filed."]](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_3_7_0000-Defense%20Transportation,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with School Bus Application")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe writes to Mr. S. R. Lewis discussing the need for the determination and payment of Indian claims, referencing previous Democratic and Republican National Platforms on the issue. He informs Lewis about a bill introduced by Representative Stigler to create an Indian Claims Commission and requests Lewis's feedback on the bill. Schwabe expresses his eagerness to hear from Lewis and other Indian leaders on the matter before the Committee concludes its hearings."]](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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0002_thumbnail.jpg "An Urgent Appeal for Indian Claims Commission: A Call to Action")
![["The document is from a war worker expressing frustration with the lack of production in war plants in Tulsa. The writer believes that there are too many men in the plants and that production is being hindered intentionally in order to make more money. They suggest that someone should work in the plants for a few months to see the extent of the fraud happening. The writer also mentions that they have two brothers in the army and are eager for the war to be over. They believe that the cost-plus basis of the plants is detrimental to the war effort. The document is signed \"a Republican.\""]](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_73_0000-Labor,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_73_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of a War Worker: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Brown wrote a letter to Mr. Schwabe expressing her support for the Merchant Seaman's Bill of Rights and requesting his help on the matter. Mr. Schwabe responded by acknowledging the importance of the Merchant Marine's service but raising concerns about the differences in benefits between Merchant Marines and other service members. He assured Mrs. Brown that he would consider the issue carefully and act in a fair and just manner."]](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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Merchant Marine Bill of Rights")
![["The document is a speech given by Honorable John E. Rankin in the House of Representatives, discussing the betrayal of white Americans in New York by the passage of a fair employment practice law. He criticizes the Communist Party and Governor Dewey for supporting the law, which he believes will persecute white Americans in business. Rankin also highlights the lack of representation of white Americans in the Committee on Fair Employment Practice, suggesting discrimination against them. He warns against supporting the bill and the organization behind it, emphasizing the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of white Americans."]](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,%201946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_16_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Debate on Fair Employment Practice Law in 79th Congress, First Session: The Betrayal of White Americans")
![["Jesse H. Jones received a note from Senator Josh Lee on March 10, 1945, and expressed appreciation for it in a letter sent from Room 450 at the Statler Hotel in Washington, D.C."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Joshua%20B.%20Josh%20Lee%20Collection/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0000-Scrapbook%203,%201942-1955/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_033_5_8_1_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence from Jesse H. Jones to Senator Josh Lee")
![["Mrs. Ben D. Heffner wrote a letter to Honorable George Schwabe expressing concern about labor unions taxing taxpayers without their consent, which she believes to be unconstitutional. She questions why Congress is not protecting the people from these actions. In response, George B. Schwabe explains that Congress has the authority to enact laws, but it is the responsibility of the Executive Department to enforce these laws, which is not always done effectively. He believes that existing legislation could prevent such issues if properly enforced."]](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_66_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns About Labor Union Taxation: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Mrs. Maxine Semones discussing their agreement on the inclusion of Negro nurses in the Army and Navy. Mrs. Semones had expressed her belief in the need for more Negro nurses and had sent a letter to the President urging for their recruitment. The United Council of Church Women had also sent a telegram to President Roosevelt advocating for the inclusion of Negro nurses in the military. The document also touches on the lack of confidence in higher officials and the importance of first-hand information."]](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_88_0000-Nurses,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_88_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Inclusion: The Push for Negro Nurses in the Military")