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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_65_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Delays in Rural Electrification: A Congressman's Response
- Date:
- 1945-12-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Client Inquiry: December 1945
- Date:
- 1945-12-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation--Law and legislation--Oklahoma, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Representative Schwabe's Bill for Oklahoma Veterans' Homesteads
- Date:
- 1945-12-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Agriculture and Food
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Discharge Assistance from War Department
- Date:
- 1945-12-15
- 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_014_2.2_29_3_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Assistance in Husband's Case - December 17, 1945
- Date:
- 1945-12-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_17_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Introduction of the Bill to Extend Options for National Service Life Insurance Conversion and Payout by Mr. Patman in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-12-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advice on Obtaining Discharge from the Navy
- Date:
- 1945-12-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_18_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Act to Increase Federal Government Employees' Compensation
- Date:
- 1945-12-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Struggles for Discharge: The Case of Lt. John H. Esterline
- Date:
- 1945-12-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Legislative Inquiries and Concerns: Correspondence Regarding Veterans Affairs and Burial Information
- Date:
- 1945-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The Meinzer family from Chelsea, Oklahoma had been waiting for their electricity connection since 1939, but due to material shortages and lack of suitable bids from contractors, the construction of power lines to their property had been delayed. Congressman Schwabe's office had taken up the matter with the Rural Electrification Administration, who assured that the lines would be built as soon as materials became available. The family had reached out to Congressman Schwabe for assistance, and his office was actively working to expedite the process."]](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_65_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_65_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Delays in Rural Electrification: A Congressman's Response")
![["A letter was sent to Mr. Cowen on December 14, 1945, in response to his inquiry regarding a letter sent to Mr. Schwabe on December 10, 1945. The document provided information about a reply sent to Banfield Bros. Packing Company from the Bureau of Internal Revenue, as well as details about deductions and losses related to investments. Further assistance was offered, and duplicates of required forms were requested and promised to be forwarded. Mr. Cowen expressed thanks for the prompt attention and handling of the matter."]](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_3_31_0000-Internal%20Revenue,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Client Inquiry: December 1945")
![["Mrs. Lee Gwinn wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe inquiring about a bill (HR 4589) that seeks to provide Oklahoma veterans with homesteads at Chouteau, Oklahoma. The Secretary, Camille M. Gameau, responded to Mrs. Gwinn stating that Mr. Schwabe is not expected back in Washington until after the New Year and that the bill is pending in committee, with no action to be taken until probably sometime next spring. Gameau suggested that Mrs. Gwinn write again in March or April for more information on the project."]](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_7_23_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_23_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Representative Schwabe's Bill for Oklahoma Veterans' Homesteads")
![["Mrs. Cook wrote a letter to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas asking for help in getting her husband, Pvt. Paul H. Cook, discharged from the Army due to financial hardship. In response, Douglas explained that it is required for the soldier to initiate the discharge process themselves, but suggested that Mrs. Cook ask her husband to discuss the matter with his commanding officer and apply for discharge based on hardship. Douglas expressed hope that their efforts would be successful."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0000-War%20Department%20Cases%20and%20Requests%20(Cl-Fa),%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Discharge Assistance from War Department")
![["Mrs. Dickerson wrote to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas seeking help for her husband, Private First Class George W. Dickerson, who had been convicted of Grand Theft and faced a Bad Conduct Discharge. Mrs. Dickerson believed her husband was not mentally responsible for his actions and needed medical attention. She had also contacted Congressman Lewis Ludlow for assistance. Congresswoman Douglas expressed sympathy for the situation and assured Mrs. Dickerson of her support and cooperation in resolving the case."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0000-War%20Department%20Cases%20and%20Requests%20(Cl-Fa),%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Assistance in Husband's Case - December 17, 1945")
![["This bill introduced by Mr. Patman aims to expand the options for converting national service life insurance and allow insured individuals to receive a lump sum payment. It proposes amending the National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940 to include additional types of insurance for conversion."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Introduction of the Bill to Extend Options for National Service Life Insurance Conversion and Payout by Mr. Patman in 1945")
![["The document is in response to a questionnaire completed by Mr. Guffey and a letter written by Mrs. Bryant regarding a man in the Navy waiting to come home. The document acknowledges receipt of the documents and provides information about the Navy Department's demobilization program. It suggests that if the man is seeking discharge, he may be able to do so based on hardship and dependency, with the assistance of affidavits from outstanding citizens. The document is signed by Miss Camille M. Geneau, Secretary of SCHWABE COLL."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Advice on Obtaining Discharge from the Navy")
![["This text is an act passed by the 79th Congress to increase the rates of compensation for officers and employees of the Federal Government. It outlines specific percentage increases based on salary ranges and provides additional compensation for certain positions. The act also clarifies that the increase in compensation should not be considered an equivalent increase as defined in the Classification Act of 1923. Additionally, it authorizes appropriations to carry out the provisions of the act."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_18_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_18_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Act to Increase Federal Government Employees' Compensation")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is writing to inform Lt. Esterline that his application for discharge from the Army has been turned down by the Secretary of War's Separation Board. She had written a letter in support of his application, emphasizing his role as a professor at the University of California and the critical need for his teaching services. Lt. Esterline explains the challenges he faced in the application process, including the impersonal nature of Army procedures and the focus on finding replacements rather than considering individual cases. He also highlights the series of transfers he has experienced, which have not helped his situation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0000-War%20Department%20Cases%20and%20Requests%20(Cl-Fa),%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Struggles for Discharge: The Case of Lt. John H. Esterline")
![["Mr. 0. L. Gilley from Barnsdall, Oklahoma, contacted his congressman, George B. Schwabe, regarding his son's burial and concerns about his wife's anxiety. Congressman Schwabe discussed the matter with the Veterans Administration and War Department, providing information about pending bills related to lump sum payments for life insurance of deceased service members. The establishment of a national cemetery in Okinawa was also discussed, with uncertainties due to ongoing operations in the Pacific theater. Mr. Gilley was advised to follow up in a few months for more information. Additionally, Congressman Schwabe shared positive feedback from his recent district tour and requested assistance with handling other cases."]](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_50_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Legislative Inquiries and Concerns: Correspondence Regarding Veterans Affairs and Burial Information")