Search
Search Results
- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_17_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Amendment Proposal to the National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940 Regarding Payment of Certain Benefits
- Date:
- 1945-12-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Bill H.R. 4376: Providing for the Release of Armed Forces Members for Education
- Date:
- 1945-12-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_65_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Extension of REA Line Requested by Gertrude Boyer
- Date:
- 1945-12-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["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")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 1945 by Mr. Peterson of Florida to amend the National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940 regarding the payment of certain benefits. The bill proposes changes to the section related to the installment payments to beneficiaries who are thirty years old or older at the time of maturity."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Amendment Proposal to the National Service Life Insurance Act of 1940 Regarding Payment of Certain Benefits")
![["Representative George B. Schwabe requested for a copy of his bill, H.R. 4376, to be sent to Mrs. P. Q. McGhee in Pryor, Oklahoma, as she was interested in the bill to allow members of the armed forces to be discharged in order to resume their education or training. Miss Camille M. Gameau, the Secretary, sent Mrs. McGhee a copy of the bill on January 2, 1946."]](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_52_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Bill H.R. 4376: Providing for the Release of Armed Forces Members for Education")
![["Mrs. Gertrude Boyer is writing to Congressman George B. Schwabe in hopes of extending the REA line to service her home in Nowata, Oklahoma. She mentions that her family and neighbors are eager for the service, and provides a sketch of the area to show the distance between her home and the end of the current line. Congressman Schwabe responds, requesting more information about other subscribers in the area who may also benefit from the extension. He expresses willingness to assist with the request."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Extension of REA Line Requested by Gertrude Boyer")