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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence between D.C. Hamilton and George B. Schwabe Regarding Post-War Compensation Proposal
- Date:
- 1945-08-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence and Members List of the Missouri River States Committee
- Date:
- 1945-08-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Navy Demobilization Program
- Date:
- 1945-08-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Secretary Responds to Constituent's Letter on Proposed Legislation S. 380
- Date:
- 1945-08-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protecting Veterans from Overcharging: A Call to Action by Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-08-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence Between Miss Louise Peterman and Congressman George B. Schwabe Regarding the Veterans' Adjusted-Service Act
- Date:
- 1945-08-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Post-War Decontrol: Addressing Constituent Concerns
- Date:
- 1945-08-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Statement of Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee Against Discrimination
- Date:
- 1945-08-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor and Employment
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Tire Relief in Osage County
- Date:
- 1945-08-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_52_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Urging Action on Meat Quota Dispute in Vinita, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document from D.C. Hamilton to George Schwabe expresses concerns about a proposal to grant 26 weeks of compensation to employees after the war, arguing that it will delay reconversion and encourage people to take extended vacations instead of returning to work. Hamilton suggests that the money should be given to returning GI's instead and warns that the proposal will lead to inflation and unemployment. Schwabe responds, expressing agreement with Hamilton's views and assuring him of his support 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/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0018_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence between D.C. Hamilton and George B. Schwabe Regarding Post-War Compensation Proposal")
![["The Missouri River States Committee, chaired by Governor M. Q. Sharpe, sent two statements to Honorable George B. Schwabe regarding the development of the Missouri River Basin. The statements were adopted on August 15, 1945, and included input from various governors and committee members from Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming."]](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_77_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0012_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence and Members List of the Missouri River States Committee")
![["Mr. and Mrs. Walter Thiessen of Collinsville, Oklahoma wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing their concerns about the unfairness of the Navy's point system for discharge. They feel that sailors who have served in dangerous areas should receive more credit towards discharge. Congressman Schwabe forwarded their letter to the Navy Department for consideration. The Navy is working on modifying the discharge formula to give credit for overseas service and prioritize the return of sailors who have been longest outside the country. They aim to reduce the size of the Naval force by September 1946. Schwabe's secretary, Camille M. Geneau, informed the Thiessens that their letter was being considered and they would be notified of any updates. Schwabe also reached out to Vice Admiral Randall Jacobs for more information on the Navy's demobilization 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_3_42_0000-Navy,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Navy Demobilization Program")
![["The document acknowledges the receipt of a letter from Mr. Meyer regarding proposed legislation S. 380. Congressman Schwabe is away from Washington but the letter will be directed to him. The Congressman appreciates hearing from constituents in order to better represent them in Congress. The secretary thanks Mr. Meyer for his letter and sends good wishes."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Secretary Responds to Constituent's Letter on Proposed Legislation S. 380")
![["The document includes correspondence between Mr. S. P. Sorensen and George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, regarding overcharging of veterans for second-hand cars by dealers. Sorensen highlights the issue and requests action to protect veterans from being exploited. Schwabe forwards the complaint to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) for investigation. OPA Administrator Chester Bowles responds, explaining their efforts to educate servicemen on avoiding overcharges and inviting them to report any violations. The document also includes a telegram regarding the provision of beef quota for an American Legion event."]](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_48_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Protecting Veterans from Overcharging: A Call to Action by Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["Miss Louise Peterman, Legislative Chairman of V.F.W. Auxiliary 3689 in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting his support for HR 127, the Veterans' Adjusted-Service Act of 1945. The document was acknowledged by Miss Camille M. Gameau, Secretary of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, assuring Peterman that Schwabe, who has four sons in the service, is a friend to veterans. Gameau promised to bring Peterman's letter to Schwabe's attention."]](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_19_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0010_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence Between Miss Louise Peterman and Congressman George B. Schwabe Regarding the Veterans' Adjusted-Service Act")
![["The Office of Price Administration is addressing concerns about when price control and rationing will be eliminated now that the war is over. They state that these measures were wartime measures and should be abolished as soon as possible. They are seeking input on their decontrol 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_3_61_0000-Price%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Post-War Decontrol: Addressing Constituent Concerns")
![["The members of the Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee are opposed to any concessions to labor or industry that are not also given to agriculture. They are against discrimination based on labor organization membership and believe that any legislation should be subject to proper court review."]](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_78_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Statement of Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee Against Discrimination")
![["Mr. Ralph E. Barton wrote to Congressman George Schwabe about the urgent need for tires in Osage County, Oklahoma, due to the high demand exceeding the quota. Congressman Schwabe attempted to get relief but was unable to due to the confusion after the end of the war. Barton updated Schwabe on the situation and requested assistance in persuading authorities to release tires for civilian use. Schwabe expressed willingness to assist and asked for updates on the situation."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Tire Relief in Osage County")
![["The document is a series of telegrams regarding a request to raise the beef quota for a slaughterer in Vinita, Oklahoma, due to a shortage of meat in the area. The sender is asking for immediate action to rectify the situation and is seeking cooperation from OPA district offices."]](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_52_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_52_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Urging Action on Meat Quota Dispute in Vinita, Oklahoma")