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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Step Towards Justice
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution for Labor Law Reform
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_14_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Fair Wages: A Call for Support of the Burch-Mead Bill
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Injustice of Terminal Leave: A Call for Equality
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Destruction of Certain Records at the Five Tribes Agency
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Observations on the Educational Conditions in the Navajo Reservation, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-05
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Building a Future of Peace: The Urgency of Global Cooperation
- Date:
- 1946-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Health, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Challenges Facing Returning Veterans in Post-War America
- Date:
- 1946-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Veterans Housing Project Completion in Tulsa
- Date:
- 1946-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_18_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Petition from Lukachukai District Officers Highlighting Navajo Community Needs
- Date:
- 1946-03-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Navajo Tribe of Arizona, New Mexico & Utah
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document discusses a bill that was reported out of the House Committee on Indian Affairs creating an Indian Claims Commission. The bill aims to provide a better system for handling Indian claims, as the current process is deemed inadequate. The document discusses the history of Indian claims and the challenges faced in obtaining successful settlements. The proposed bill would establish a Commission to handle claims in a more efficient and fair manner. The author, George B. Schwabe, expresses openness to considering alternative plans if they are presented."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0009_thumbnail.jpg "The Indian Claims Commission Bill: A Step Towards Justice")
![["The document is a correspondence between George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, and Don A. Hoover, Secretary of the Oklahoma Dairy Products Institute. Hoover sends Schwabe a resolution passed by the Institute regarding labor laws and unions. Schwabe expresses his favorable impression of the resolution and indicates that he will introduce it in the Congressional Record. The resolution recommends imposing legal responsibilities on labor unions, making them subject to antitrust laws, outlawing closed and union shops, requiring union elections and audits, and restricting union expenditure on political 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_5_65_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_65_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution for Labor Law Reform")
![["A postal clerk named Samuel Bright is writing to Congressman George B. Schwabe to express concerns about the low wages of postal employees. He explains that despite a recent raise, deductions for retirement and taxes have offset any increase in take-home pay. Bright requests support for the Burch-Mead Bill, which would provide a $500 increase for postal employees to help meet the rising cost of living. He asks for Congressman Schwabe's consideration and a reply outlining his opinion on the matter."]](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_14_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_14_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Fair Wages: A Call for Support of the Burch-Mead Bill")
![["The document is a correspondence between Truman A. Field, Jr. and George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, regarding a bill (H.R. 4051) related to granting enlisted men in the military the same terminal leave privileges as officers. Field expresses his concern about the unfair treatment of enlisted men in comparison to officers and urges for a change in the system. Schwabe acknowledges Field's letter and promises to address the issue 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_51_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Injustice of Terminal Leave: A Call for Equality")
![["The letter is a response to a request for information regarding the destruction of records at the Chicago offices. The Commissioner of Indian Affairs states that the papers destroyed were reports, letters, and miscellaneous matter related to Indian lands, hospital reports, and petitions for schools. The destruction was authorized by Congress under HR-1680, and the Superintendent followed the proper procedure for reducing federal files to meet space limitations. The Commissioner believes that there was nothing of particular importance in the records destroyed, but some papers may have value to the Historical Society."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Five%20Civilized%20Tribes,%201936-1947/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_10_43_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Destruction of Certain Records at the Five Tribes Agency")
![["The letter discusses the poor educational conditions of the Navajo Reservation and requests assistance from Senator Elmer Thomas. Senator Thomas expresses willingness to help and mentions the difference in education between Oklahoma Indians and Navajos. A report on the Navajo Reservation schools is enclosed, and there is a commitment to continue helping the Navajo people."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Observations on the Educational Conditions in the Navajo Reservation, 1946")
![["The document discusses the challenges faced by returning veterans in finding employment, housing, and affordable necessities. It also highlights the importance of supporting programs such as the O.P.A, health care bill, and efforts to prevent another world war, particularly due to the destructive power of atomic bombs. The document emphasizes the urgency of taking action to ensure peace and prevent the devastating consequences of nuclear warfare."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Building a Future of Peace: The Urgency of Global Cooperation")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas spoke at an OPA rally in 1946, emphasizing the importance of peace and the connection between price control and economic stability. She argued against removing price ceilings, warning of the disastrous consequences of inflation. She criticized Senator Taft and the Republicans for their reckless economic policies and urged people to support the OPA to prevent a future of inflation and economic hardship."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0009_thumbnail.jpg "The Challenges Facing Returning Veterans in Post-War America")
![["The document is a letter addressed to President Truman regarding the urgent need for housing for veterans in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The document explains that there is a shortage of materials needed to complete housing units for veterans and requests the President's assistance in making these materials available. It also highlights the large number of veterans and their families who are currently living separately due to the housing shortage and emphasizes the importance of providing suitable housing for them. The document urges the President to take action to ensure the completion of the housing project in Tulsa."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Veterans Housing Project Completion in Tulsa")
![["The officers of Lukashenka District are petitioning for better educational facilities and healthcare for their community. They stress the need for a larger school or additional day schools to accommodate all the children in the area, as well as the need for a hospital to provide medical care closer to home. They also highlight the challenges of transporting food and fuel to the isolated community and request for an all-weather road to be built. They express confidence that their requests are reasonable and urge for prompt action to address these urgent needs."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Petition from Lukachukai District Officers Highlighting Navajo Community Needs")