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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Chickasaw-Choctaw Asphalt and Coal Lands Settlement: A 1946 Exchange between Senator Elmer Thomas and J. L. Coffee
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw Coal and Asphalt Lands
- Date:
- 1946-04-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copies of The Negro Soldier Speech by Congresswoman Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-04-24
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- 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_6_26_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Views on O.P.A. and New Deal: A Congressional Correspondence
- Date:
- 1946-04-24
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting a Voluntary Army: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-04-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Importance of Patents in Industrial Progress: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-04-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Suggestions for Addressing the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce at Ada
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Veterans of Foreign Wars and Representative George B. Schwabe Regarding Veteran Benefits Legislation
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Concerning Veterans Legislation in United States Congress, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-04-25
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. J.B. Johnson writes to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing her support for J.H. Belvin to be appointed as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe of Indians. Senator Thomas explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and suggests that Mrs. Johnson write directly to the Secretary of the Interior. He also mentions that such appointments do not require Senate confirmation and are typically carried out by the administrative branch without consultation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0019.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe, 1946")
![["J.L. Coffee writes to Senator Elmer Thomas regarding a settlement for the Chickasaw Tribe's asphalt and coal lands. Senator Thomas explains that a law was passed in 1944 for the government to purchase these deposits, and once a contract is drawn up and approved by the tribes, it will be sent to Congress for consideration. Senator Thomas assures Coffee that he is working to get the contract ratified and the necessary funds allocated. Coffee expresses his interest in the settlement and asks for information on the progress being made in Congress."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0018.jpg "Correspondence on Chickasaw-Choctaw Asphalt and Coal Lands Settlement: A 1946 Exchange between Senator Elmer Thomas and J. L. Coffee")
![["Eddie Durant in Millerton, Oklahoma is inquiring about the sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw coal and asphalt lands. Senator Elmer Thomas suggests contacting Indian Office officials for information on the disposition of the lands. Another letter from an individual in Washington is requesting information on ownership of Choctaw lands and immediate payments for coal. The sender hopes Senator Thomas will take special interest in the matter."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0029.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Chickasaw and Choctaw Coal and Asphalt Lands")
![["The New York Public Library's Schomburg Collection requested two additional copies of Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas's speech on \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" for their collection. The request was made in a letter dated April 24, 1946."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0046.jpg "Request for Copies of The Negro Soldier Speech by Congresswoman Douglas")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Boyd Scott, discussing the opinions of voters in his district on the O.P.A. and other controversial issues. Scott congratulates Schwabe for his stand against the O.P.A. and expresses his support for a free market economy without subsidies. Schwabe thanks Scott for his support and hopes to see him soon."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0016.jpg "Views on O.P.A. and New Deal: A Congressional Correspondence")
![["Miss Valera Willer wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing support for the House of Representatives' decision regarding the selective service act. She believes in proper incentives for a voluntary army and opposes conscription for 18, 19, and 20-year-old youths. She urges Representative Schwabe not to be swayed by opponents' threats in upcoming elections. The document was acknowledged by R. B. Heiskell, Secretary to George B. Schwabe."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0020.jpg "Supporting a Voluntary Army: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from a patent attorney, Bernard P. Miller, urging Honorable George B. Schwabe to oppose the Kilgore-Murray-Voorhees Bill, which Miller believes will stifle inventive efforts and hinder industrial progress. He argues that the bill would limit inventors' rights and hinder business innovation, ultimately leading to a stagnation of industrial progress. Miller also refutes the idea that patents are often \"shelved\" and explains how such practices are necessary for efficient business operations. He urges Schwabe to protect the rights of inventors and oppose the bill for the betterment of the country's industrial leadership."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0004.jpg "The Importance of Patents in Industrial Progress: A Call to Action")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Samuel B. Pettengill of America's Future, Inc. Schwabe expresses his opposition to the OPA (Office of Price Administration) and shares poll results showing that the majority of people in his district, especially in rural areas, are against the continuation of OPA controls. He also criticizes the OPA's administration and lack of integrity. Schwabe suggests that Pettengill should address the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce courageously and fairly on the issue of OPA controls. The document also mentions a previous correspondence between Pettengill and Max Schwabe, who praised Pettengill's work on \"Free Prices and Full Employment.\""]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0009.jpg "Suggestions for Addressing the Oklahoma State Chamber of Commerce at Ada")
![["The document consists of two letters concerning bills related to veterans that are currently in committees in the House of Representatives. The first letter from W.H. Ferrell urges George Schwabe to use his influence to bring these bills out of committee, while the second letter from George Schwabe explains that he is not on the relevant committees but will consider the bills if they come before the House. Schwabe expresses doubt that the bills will be acted upon soon due to other legislative priorities."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0018.jpg "Correspondence between Veterans of Foreign Wars and Representative George B. Schwabe Regarding Veteran Benefits Legislation")
![["The document from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1099 in Vinita, Oklahoma to Congressman George B. Schwabe urges him to use his influence to bring three bills concerning veterans' benefits out of committee for consideration. The bills include equitable adjusted service pay for World War II veterans, pensions for World War I veterans, and insurance credits for military service under Social Security. Congressman Schwabe responds that he is not a member of the committees handling these bills but will consider them if they are brought before the House. He also expresses doubt about the bills being acted upon soon due to the volume of other legislation being prioritized by Congress."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0020.jpg "Correspondence Concerning Veterans Legislation in United States Congress, 1946")