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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_48_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Questions and Concerns about Draft Extension and College Enrollment
- Date:
- 1946-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Bill of 1946
- Date:
- 1946-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Inflationary Amendments: A Plea to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Progress of H.R. 2797 in the 1946 Congressional Session
- Date:
- 1946-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_17_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Legislation for 'Rejected' Indians
- Date:
- 1946-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Supporting H. R. 6143: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_53_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Indian Affairs Legislation Debate
- Date:
- 1946-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_53_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- In Support of Indian Bill: A Letter to Senator Moore from Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Bureaucracy: A Letter to Congress
- Date:
- 1946-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_48_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Teen-Age Draft Law: A Concerned Citizen's Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-06-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The sender, George B. Schwabe, responds to Mrs. M. E. Foster's inquiry about the status of boys who were drafted in 1945 after the Draft Law is extended. He explains that it is uncertain due to potential amendments and the timing of the six-month period after the end of hostilities. He assures Mrs. Foster that he will provide information once the situation is clearer. Mrs. Foster also expresses concerns about her sons' draft status and educational opportunities."]](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_48_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_48_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Questions and Concerns about Draft Extension and College Enrollment")
![["Mrs. Myrtle Creason wrote a letter to Honorable Elmer Thomas expressing gratitude for his support of the pending Indian Claims Bill. She mentioned that the Choctaw-Chickasaw Confederation appreciates his active interest in Indian affairs and hopes for the passage of the bill in the Senate. Mrs. Creason also thanked Senator Thomas for his encouragement and assistance in Indian matters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Indian Claims Bill of 1946")
![["Miss Martha F. Holway writes a letter to Representative Schwabe expressing her concern about the amendments adopted by the OPA, which she believes are inflationary and harmful to her family. She asks if he can influence the Senate-House committee to leave out these amendments and keep prices under control. Holway is disappointed with the direction the OPA is taking and hopes for change."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Inflationary Amendments: A Plea to Representative Schwabe")
![["Mr. Wiles is inquiring about the status of H.R. 2797 and whether it will be passed before Congress adjourns. Mr. Schwabe responds that it is uncertain and that only a few bills, particularly those supported by the Administration, are likely to pass. Mr. Wiles expresses his concern and asks for assistance in getting the bill passed."]](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_8_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Progress of H.R. 2797 in the 1946 Congressional Session")
![["Mrs. Rilla Lybarger wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas inquiring about the status of a measure for rejected Indians. Senator Thomas replied that the measure is still pending in committee and he is hopeful that Congress will pass it. Mrs. Lybarger expressed concern about her family members who were rejected as Indians and asked for guidance on what to do next. Senator Thomas thanked her for her views and assured her that he would keep her updated."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_17_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Legislation,%20Jan.-Jul.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_17_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Legislation for 'Rejected' Indians")
![["Mr. Johnson wrote to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas asking for information about H. R. 6143, a bill to incorporate the American Veterans of World War II. Douglas responded, explaining that national organizations like AMVETS are incorporated by Congress to clarify their status under federal tax statutes. She assured Johnson that she is working to secure the passage of the bill and offered further assistance if needed. Johnson had written on behalf of Southwest Post No. 27 of AMVETS and was seeking support for the bill and information on why their organization should receive a national charter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0000-Veterans,%201940-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.1_13_18_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting H. R. 6143: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a correspondence between S. R. Lewis, an attorney, and United States Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding proposed Indian legislation. Lewis expresses support for the Indian bill prepared by O.K. Chandler, while Schwabe is undecided and seeks Lewis's counsel on the matter. Schwabe mentions that Woodson Norvell believes the Indian Claims Bill will pass the Senate soon and expresses interest in discussing the issue further with Lewis in person."]](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_53_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_53_0010_thumbnail.jpg "The Indian Affairs Legislation Debate")
![["The author of the letter, S. R. Lewis, discusses a conversation he had with O. K. Chandler about Indian legislation in Oklahoma. He believes that the proposed bill is the right thing to do and urges Senator E. H. Moore to introduce it in the Senate before adjournment. He also suggests printing and distributing copies of the bill in Oklahoma to inform the public about the injustices faced by Indians. Lewis believes that the bill will be supported by people of all races and political affiliations in Oklahoma."]](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_53_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_53_0013_thumbnail.jpg "In Support of Indian Bill: A Letter to Senator Moore from Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document discusses the frustrations with the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and their regulations, as well as the lack of accountability of bureaucrats to the people and Congress. It also mentions a specific amendment being urged by the Oklahoma Malt Beverage Association regarding increased costs to wholesalers."]](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_26_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Bureaucracy: A Letter to Congress")
![["The document is discussing the Selective Service Act, specifically in regards to the drafting of teen-age boys into the armed forces. The author believes that the military is not giving the volunteer method a fair trial and is trying to get teen-age boys into service through other means. The author expresses skepticism towards the intentions of the President and military organizations. The document ends with the author offering assistance and appreciation for the recipient's letter."]](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_48_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_48_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Teen-Age Draft Law: A Concerned Citizen's Perspective")