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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- National Old Age Pension: A Call for Assistance
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Congressman's Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Concerns of Constituents: A Letter to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Plight of the Navajo Reservation: Letters between Emmett M. Ishmall and Senator Elmer Thomas, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Building Boom in Tulsa: A Closer Look
- Date:
- 1946-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Delaware Tribe of Indians, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA: Correspondence between Albert Pickens and George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The O.P.A. Debate: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of the Troops: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document from Mr. Scott Harris to Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses support for a national old age pension system with only two qualifications - United States citizenship and reaching the required age. Mr. Harris criticizes the current system and the impact of rising prices on fixed incomes. He urges Congressman Schwabe to work towards passing a national old age pension bill to help alleviate the financial burden on elderly citizens."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "National Old Age Pension: A Call for Assistance")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe expressing his agreement with Mr. and Mrs. Rovey's opposition to the O.P.A. He believes the bureau is un-American and has attempted to destroy legitimate free enterprise in America. Schwabe has consistently opposed the O.P.A. and voted against its extension. The Roveys also shared their concerns about the O.P.A. and their struggles as small business owners dealing with price controls and black market 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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Congressman's Perspective")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to Mr. R. M. Edgerton regarding his concerns about the Office of Price Administration (O.P.A). Schwabe agrees with Edgerton's criticisms of the O.P.A and expresses his opposition to the agency, citing its detrimental impact on free enterprise. Schwabe also mentions his voting record on O.P.A-related bills in Congress."]](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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Fred Thiemann expressing their opposition to the O.P.A. Schwabe agrees with their views on the O.P.A. and expresses his own strong opposition to the agency, citing its negative impact on free enterprise. He also mentions his voting record against the extension of the O.P.A. and thanks the Thiemann's for their input."]](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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Call for Action")
![["Mr. Thomas L. Glazebrook Jr. writes to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing his views on the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and price controls. Glazebrook believes that price controls are not economically sound and go against the principles of free enterprise. He suggests that only necessities should be regulated to prevent inflation. Representative Schwabe agrees with Glazebrook's views and shares that constituents in his district are also against the OPA. Schwabe encourages further communication on this and other subjects."]](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_30_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Concerns of Constituents: A Letter to Representative Schwabe")
![["The text is a letter from Emmett M. Ishmall to Senator Thomas regarding the conditions on the Navajo Reservation, including issues such as lack of voting rights, low wages, poor living conditions, and inadequate education and healthcare facilities. Ishmall urges action to address these problems and improve the lives of the Navaho Indians."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Navajo,%201946-1948/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Plight of the Navajo Reservation: Letters between Emmett M. Ishmall and Senator Elmer Thomas, 1946")
![["The document from Mr. Keith L. Rising to Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses frustration over building permits being granted for commercial buildings while his request for a permit to build a house for his family is denied due to a supposed shortage of materials. Congressman Schwabe agrees with the sentiment, criticizing the regulations of federal bureaus and advocating for American citizens to have more freedom in their building decisions. The enclosed article discusses a building boom in Tulsa with various construction permits being approved, including for a laundry building, nursing home, orphanage, and auditorium."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Building Boom in Tulsa: A Closer Look")
![["Albert Pickens writes to George B. Schwabe expressing support for getting rid of the OPA (Office of Price Administration) and criticizing its administration by Mr. Bowles. Schwabe responds, agreeing with Pickens' views and stating his opposition to OPA and any form of controls. They both express hope for relief from 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_6_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA: Correspondence between Albert Pickens and George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a response to a request from Mrs. Watt Sells, Jr. to not oppose the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) or vote to do away with it. The writer, George B. Schwabe, M. C., explains that while he is happy to agree with constituents when possible, the majority of people in his district are against the O.P.A. He believes that the system is wrong in principle and was only justified during a war emergency. Schwabe expresses his belief that those against the O.P.A. are right and explains his decision to vote against its extension. He ends the letter by stating that they can agree to disagree and still be friends."]](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_31_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The O.P.A. Debate: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a letter from Sgt. E. M. Reaume to Congressman B. Schwabe expressing concerns about the treatment and conditions of soldiers stationed in Korea. The document addresses issues such as morale, training methods, discharge policies, and the lack of Information & Educational programs. Reaume also questions the role of Congress in representing the soldiers' interests and requests better representation for military personnel."]](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_55_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of the Troops: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")