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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_90B
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Authority Bills
- Date:
- 1945-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_90A
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Omnibus Authorities Act; Rankin Bill- H.R.1824
- Date:
- 1945-04-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protecting Our Youth: A Call for Change in Military Draft Policies
- Date:
- 1945-04-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_3_109
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Arkansas River Watersheds - Eufaula Dam and Reservoir, Reservoir Area - Digitized
- Date:
- 1945-04-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Hopes for the Future: Correspondence with Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-04-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding HR 2497 between Ralph W. Cornish and Congressman George B. Schwabe (1945)
- Date:
- 1945-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Position Statement and Recommendations of the Missouri River States Committee on the Missouri Valley Authority Bill, S. 555
- Date:
- 1945-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protecting American Industry: A Call to Congress
- Date:
- 1945-04-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding H.R. 2497 Between Federal Employees and Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Support for H.R. 2497 in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["R.J. Tipton's Chart Map depicts the area and population of regions under specific authorities, including the Columbia Valley Authority, Missouri Valley Authority, Ohio Valley Authority, and Tennessee Valley Authority. This is the second map in a series of three. Dimensions: Not specified in the provided data."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_90b_thumbnail.jpg "Authority Bills")
![["Create a concise and logical summary: Coverage map by R.J. Tipton depicts water authorities and their districts across various regions of the United States, serving as the first of three maps. Dimensions: 90A."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection%2FMaps,%20CAC_CC_053_4_0000_0000_0000%2Fthumbnails%2FCAC_CC_053_4_0000_1_90a_thumbnail.jpg "Omnibus Authorities Act; Rankin Bill- H.R.1824")
![["Representative George B. Schwabe received numerous letters and petitions from citizens protesting against the placement of 18-year-old boys in active combat duty overseas with minimal training. Schwabe sympathized with the parents and assured them he was protesting against the policy. He also met with President Truman to discuss the issue, who expressed interest in protecting the interests and lives of the young soldiers. The Senate passed a bill to delay combat service for these boys until they had at least six months of training. Schwabe received support and petitions from constituents, urging him to continue advocating for 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_6_43_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Protecting Our Youth: A Call for Change in Military Draft Policies")
![["The document represents a map item is a map of the Eufaula Dam and Reservoir area and features flood control measures including the watershed of the reservoir and rivers. Power lines, railways, highways, and roads are depicted on map. This item was To accompany Survey Report dated December 31, 1943. Map pertains to the Arkansas River Watershed of the Arkansas River and Tributaries, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Serial 4732 Other identifying information - Appendix No. VII, Plate 40 Created by United States Engineer Office, Tulsa, Oklahoma on December 31, 1943 (original) Signed by Senior Engineer, Lt. Colonel Corps of Engineers Head Engineer, and the Colonel Corps of Engineers District Engineer Watershed map (topographic map; diazotype, blackline print); 20 3/4 x 33 1/4 inches; Inscribed (bottom, right corner): 32/160; Inscribed (bottom, right corner): Appendix No. VII Plate 40; Inscribed (reverse; pencil): Map Not For Release CB."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_3_109_thumbnail.jpg "Arkansas River Watersheds - Eufaula Dam and Reservoir, Reservoir Area - Digitized")
![["Mrs. Sybil Donnelly writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concern about the treatment of soldiers in the military, particularly regarding sending European theater soldiers to the Pacific front and the training of 18-year-old soldiers. Congressman Schwabe responds, assuring Mrs. Donnelly that changes may be made and that there are plans to support soldiers' education through the G.I. Bill of Rights. He also mentions receiving a letter from Bill, who is serving in General Patton's Third Army in Germany."]](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_43_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_43_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Hopes for the Future: Correspondence with Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter from Mr. Cornish endorsing bill H.R. 2497. The bill is pending in the House Committee on Civil Service and hearings are expected to start later in the month. The document will be brought to the attention of Congressman Schwabe upon his return to Washington."]](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_19_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding HR 2497 between Ralph W. Cornish and Congressman George B. Schwabe (1945)")
![["The Missouri River States Committee opposes giving unchecked powers to any authority in control of natural resources and does not support the creation of a valley authority. They recommend continued representation before Congressional committees considering S. 555 and endorse the progress made on the Missouri Basin program. They recommend appropriations for construction projects, adjustments to engineering specifications, cooperation with states on land and water use policies, and respecting the rights and interests of states during planning and operation of facilities. They pledge state cooperation in developing land and water resources and support the coordinated plan of the Bureau of Reclamation and the Army Corps of Engineers."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Position Statement and Recommendations of the Missouri River States Committee on the Missouri Valley Authority Bill, S. 555")
![["Sylvan I. Stroock, the President of S. Stroock & Co., Inc., wrote a letter to the House Ways and Means Committee urging them to vote against Bill HR 2652, which proposed an extension of the Trade Agreements Act allowing further reductions in tariff rates. Stroock argued that Congress should reclaim its constitutional powers in making commercial treaties and writing tariff bills, rather than leaving it to the Department of State. He highlighted the potential negative impact of reducing tariffs on American industries, particularly in the woolen manufacturing sector, due to lower labor costs abroad. Stroock emphasized the importance of protecting American businesses and preserving the American way of life."]](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_38_0000-Reciprocal%20Trade,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Protecting American Industry: A Call to Congress")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter from federal employees endorsing the passage of H. R. 2497, which is pending in the House Committee on Civil Service. Congressman George B. Schwabe was temporarily absent from Washington but is expected to return soon, and the letter will be brought to his 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_5_19_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding H.R. 2497 Between Federal Employees and Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["Mr. Dixon wrote to Congressman Schwabe endorsing H.R. 2497, a bill that would improve the salary and wage administration of Federal employees. The bill is now pending in the House Committee on Civil Service and hearings will begin later in the month. Congressman Schwabe is currently out of Washington but will be informed of Mr. Dixon's letter upon his return."]](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_19_0000-Federal%20Employees,%201945/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_19_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Support for H.R. 2497 in 1945")