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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Abolishing O.P.A. and Addressing Labor Strikes: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on H.R. 5924: A Letter from Congressman Schwabe to The Reinhart & Donovan Company
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter from Bartlett - Collin's Company to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Labor Legislation
- Date:
- 1946-05-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Changes for Industry and Agriculture: A Constituent's Letter to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Message Regarding Byrd Amendment and Railroad Strike
- Date:
- 1946-05-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Americanism: A Letter from C.J. Allen to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Armed Forces--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Railroad Employees: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Railroad Retirement Bill: A Call for Support
- Date:
- 1946-06-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copies of Proposed Railroad Retirement Legislation
- Date:
- 1946-07-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Railway Reorganization Recommendation by Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Earl Drake wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe expressing his disapproval of O.P.A. and advocating for its abolition. He also voiced concerns about the strike situation and believed that allowing businesses to operate competitively based on quality and cost of production would improve the economy. Schwabe agreed with Drake's views and urged him to try to influence their district's Representative to support the abolition of O.P.A. Schwabe expressed his support for Drake's opinions and wished him well."]](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_19_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Abolishing O.P.A. and Addressing Labor Strikes: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George Schwabe to Mr. M. J. Reinhart regarding H.R. 5924, a bill related to reorganized railroads. Schwabe reports that the bill was favorably reported by the Committee on April 2nd but no further action has been taken. Reinhart expresses concern about the potential impact on his stock investments in railroad companies if the bill does not pass. He urges Schwabe to expedite the passage of the bill to protect stockholders in defaulted railroads."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Update on H.R. 5924: A Letter from Congressman Schwabe to The Reinhart & Donovan Company")
![["The document is a letter dated May 14, 1946, from LOC Hamilton of Bartlett-Gillins Company to Honorable George B. Schwabe regarding labor legislation recommendations made by Senators Ball, Taft, and Smith. The recommendations include a \"cooling off\" period with federal mediation, fact finding commissions, making unions subject to suit for contract violations, outlawing certain union practices, freeing foremen from the Wagner Act, and outlawing violence in labor disputes. The document expresses support for this legislation to prevent disasters like the current coal strike led by John L. Lewis."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter from Bartlett - Collin's Company to Honorable George B. Schwabe Regarding Labor Legislation")
![["The document is from Mrs. A. C. Edwards to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expressing support for abolishing the O.P.A, making labor unions responsible with employers, and cutting appropriations. Schwabe responds, thanking her for her views and stating that he agrees with her. Another letter from Mrs. Kathleen Edwards to Schwabe requests that he use his influence in Congress to free industry and agriculture from wartime restraints and increase production of goods and food. She suggests abolishing the Office of Price Administration, making labor unions responsible with employers, and cutting down on departmental appropriations."]](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_62_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Changes for Industry and Agriculture: A Constituent's Letter to George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Bette Lou Vandever Hughes sent a telegram to George B. Schwabe suggesting that the House follow the lead of the Senate on the Byrd Amendment and take immediate drastic action on the railroad strike. Schwabe responded that he is doing everything he can to protect the public from labor racketeers and the current administration, which he believes is responsible for the economic crisis. He also mentioned staying on the job in Washington, D.C., instead of focusing on political campaigns like other Congressmen."]](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_62_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Message Regarding Byrd Amendment and Railroad Strike")
![["The document is a letter from C. J. Allen to George B. Schwabe discussing the need for labor laws to protect the American public and expressing support for Schwabe's efforts in Congress. Allen also criticizes organized labor and the Office of Price Administration, and pledges support for Schwabe's reelection. He also mentions a recent news headline about trainmen having a large amount of money in their treasury."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Americanism: A Letter from C.J. Allen to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Mrs. Leatha Foley in response to a letter she sent expressing support for a bill benefiting railroad employees. Mrs. Foley is grateful for his support and emphasizes the importance of the bill for her family and their future. She also mentions her husband's long years of service to the railroad and the need for recognition and security for retirees and their families."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Railroad Employees: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The author received a postal card from Mr. R. B. Williams regarding the Railroad Retirement Bill pending before Congress. The author signed a discharge petition to bring the bill before the House for consideration but believes there are aspects that could be improved. The author values input from constituents and expresses the importance of representing their views. Mr. Williams urges support for the Crozier Amendment to the bill as a railroad worker."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Railroad Retirement Bill: A Call for Support")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. to Mr. John L. Dunn, Secretary-Treasurer of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen No. 881, in response to Dunn's request for three copies of the proposed legislation on the Railroad Retirement measure. Schwabe encloses three copies of H.R. 1362 and a report from Mr. Barkley, and assures Dunn that it is a pleasure to serve him."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copies of Proposed Railroad Retirement Legislation")
![["Mr. George P. S. Beal wrote to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing interest in the exclusion of the Frisco and Denver Rio Grande from H.R. 5924. Representative Reed confirmed that the Denver and Rio Grande would be excluded, but not the Frisco. The final conference report approved by the House also did not exclude the Frisco."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Railway Reorganization Recommendation by Congressman Schwabe")