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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for the Discharge of Enlisted 18-Year-Olds
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- 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_014_2.2_29_3_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Update on Dental Officer Discharge Criteria: Letter to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letters of Gratitude: A Soldier's Journey Home
- Date:
- 1946-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Negroes' Magnificent War Record: A Tribute from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-01-22
- 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_014_2.2_22_9_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support for Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas in the Fight for Civil Rights
- Date:
- 1946-01-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Thank You, Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Letter of Appreciation from the American Veterans Committee
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_3_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request for Discharge: Gerald Fadem's Mother Seeks Assistance
- Date:
- 1946-01-24
- 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_014_2.2_22_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over Identity: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_014_2.2_22_9_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Speech Request
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_22_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Acknowledgment of American Negro Soldiers' Contributions in WWII and Call for Fair Employment Practices
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is addressed to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas from a constituent, Marie Botek, regarding the issue of 18 year olds who voluntarily enlisted in the armed services and are now seeking to resign. Botek believes that these individuals should receive the same consideration as 18 year olds who were drafted, and requests that Douglas look into the matter and advocate for their discharge at the earliest possible time."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0000-War%20Department%20General,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_29_1_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for the Discharge of Enlisted 18-Year-Olds")
![["The document acknowledges Helen Gahagan Douglas's interest in the discharge criteria for dental officers in the Army. It explains that due to a shortage of dental officers, the length of service requirement cannot be lowered at this time. The document also provides information on the number of dentists and doctors in the Army and the history of the Army Specialized Training Program for dental officers. It concludes by stating that the criteria for separating Medical and Dental Corps officers are being considered for potential reduction."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Dental Officer Discharge Criteria: Letter to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a series of letters between Sgt. Volney D. Dortch, his wife Juanita Dortch, and Representative Helen Gahagan-Douglas. Sgt. Dortch is requesting help with his Dependency Discharge Application so he can return home to care for his sick wife and children. Mrs. Dortch expresses gratitude for the help and shares the struggles she is facing in caring for her children while working and dealing with her own health issues. Representative Douglas assures Sgt. Dortch of her interest and desire to help with 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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Letters of Gratitude: A Soldier's Journey Home")
![["The document from Jackson Leighter to Helen Gahagan Douglas congratulates her on an article in the New York Post praising the contributions of African American soldiers in World War II. Douglas highlights the challenges faced by Black soldiers and commends their bravery and success in the face of adversity. She mentions specific individuals who displayed extraordinary courage and were recognized for their actions during the war."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Negroes' Magnificent War Record: A Tribute from Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["Miss Marion Preisler of Port Washington, Wisconsin, wrote a letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing support for her remarks on Black G.I.'s and criticizing Southern senators who were filibustering the FEPC bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas in the Fight for Civil Rights")
![["The document expresses gratitude to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas for her statements regarding the role of Negro servicemen in World War II. The American Veterans Committee in Jamaica supports her efforts to fight against discrimination and uphold democratic values at home."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Thank You, Rep. Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Letter of Appreciation from the American Veterans Committee")
![["Mrs. Fadem wrote to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas seeking help in obtaining a dependency discharge for her son, Gerald Fadem, who is serving in the Army. Mrs. Fadem is ill and unable to run her business without her son's help. The application for discharge has been approved by the Red Cross and is being considered by the Army. Mrs. Fadem is hoping for a quick resolution to bring her son home."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request for Discharge: Gerald Fadem's Mother Seeks Assistance")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. Tolliner's views on the term \"Negro\" and prejudice against minority groups. The writer, Helen Gahagan Douglas, agrees that all Americans should be treated equally but argues that changing names or ignoring existing problems will not combat prejudice. The writer also discusses the history of the term \"Negro\" and calls for the abolition of the name and the promotion of unity and love among Americans. The writer emphasizes the importance of following the foundation laid by God and suggests debating the issue further."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0016_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate Over Identity: A Letter Exchange")
![["Mr. Klein requested a copy of Helen Gahagan Douglas' speech from January 22, which appeared in the Congressional Record. Douglas sent a copy of the speech to Klein as requested."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Speech Request")
![["The document is addressed to Mrs. Helen Gahagan Douglas, a U.S. House Representative, praising her speech on the war record of American Negro Soldiers. The writer expresses gratitude for recognizing the contributions of black soldiers and urges continued support for a bill for a permanent Fair Employment Practices Committee to ensure equal opportunities for all citizens."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20January-February%2016,%201946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Acknowledgment of American Negro Soldiers' Contributions in WWII and Call for Fair Employment Practices")