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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Representative George B. Schwabe and Mrs. Wm. S. Easterling Regarding the Wagner-Murray-Dingle Bill
- Date:
- 1946-04-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Health
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Reconsideration of Indian Land Leasing Policy: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas
- Date:
- 1946-04-06
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Commendation for Remarks on the Record of the Negro Soldier
- Date:
- 1946-04-08
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_2_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Veterans of Foreign Wars Petition for Civil Service Reform
- Date:
- 1946-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Rent Controls and Office Rentals
- Date:
- 1946-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Forgotten Heroes: The Plight of Hospitalized Servicemen
- Date:
- 1946-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_10_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter from George B. Schwabe Regarding American Affairs
- Date:
- 1946-04-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_31_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Patman Housing Bill Form
- Date:
- 1946-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the British Loan: A Constituent's Plea
- Date:
- 1946-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_36_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Assistance in HR 5494 Case
- Date:
- 1946-04-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States, Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Easterling wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing her opposition to the Wagner-Murray-Dingle Bill. Congressman Schwabe replied, stating that he has consistently opposed such legislation and suggesting that she contact her own Congressman to share her views. Another constituent also wrote to Congressman Schwabe, asking him to vote against two specific bills related to healthcare."]](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_4_0000-Social%20Security,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Representative George B. Schwabe and Mrs. Wm. S. Easterling Regarding the Wagner-Murray-Dingle Bill")
![["The letter is from a group of Indian land lessees to Senator Elmer Thomas, expressing concern about a new ruling removing preference rights of old lessees on Indian leases. The lessees argue that stable families who invest in improving the land are the best renters, as opposed to those who do not make long-term investments. They urge the Senator to consider the long-term benefits of maintaining stable renters on Indian land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Cheyenne-Arapaho,%20Apr.-May,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_12_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Reconsideration of Indian Land Leasing Policy: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas")
![["The document is commending Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas for her recent speech on the record of the \"Negro\" soldier in the House of Representatives. The writer feels that while the remarks were well taken, they could have been followed up with more positive conclusions. They request copies of the speech for distribution among citizens."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Commendation for Remarks on the Record of the Negro Soldier")
![["The document is from Jack Knight, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, expressing gratitude to Congressman Schwabe for his help in addressing issues related to civil service employment for veterans. Knight highlights the need for veterans to have priority in civil service positions and expresses concern about non-veterans retaining and advancing in jobs meant for veterans. The document also includes resolutions adopted by the V.F.W. to renew civil service examinations, add veterans to the Civil Service Commission, and enforce Executive Order No. 9644 to provide permanent status for disabled war service employees. Knight also mentions the opposition to reclassifying personnel in a way that reduces their earnings and calls for accredited representatives of veteran organizations to have special recognition by the Civil Service Commission."]](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_3_2_0000-Civil%20Service%20Commission,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_2_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_2_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Veterans of Foreign Wars Petition for Civil Service Reform")
![["Mr. Kriste sent a brochure to Mr. Schwabe regarding rent controls and the effect of the OPA. Mr. Schwabe expressed interest in quoting from the brochure in the Congressional Record and appreciated Mr. Kreiter's contribution to his thinking on the subject. Mr. Kriste highlighted the shrinking supply of rental units due to rent control policies and the increasing costs of office space rentals, leading to some apartments being converted to offices or demolished."]](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_30_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Rent Controls and Office Rentals")
![["Pfc. Donald D. Cameron writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe about the financial struggles of hospitalized servicemen who are unable to receive benefits due to their inability to be discharged. He requests that a bill be prepared to address this issue and expresses concern for the well-being of these men and their families. Cameron highlights the inadequate pay received by these servicemen, particularly those who are married, and emphasizes the need for assistance in order to alleviate their financial burdens."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Forgotten Heroes: The Plight of Hospitalized Servicemen")
![["The document is a letter dated April 8, 1946, from George B. Schwabe to Mr. J. P. Gallagher in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Schwabe appreciates Gallagher's ideas and views on important issues and expresses agreement with keeping America American. The document is signed sincerely by Schwabe."]](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_10_0000-Un-American%20Activities,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_10_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_10_0003_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter from George B. Schwabe Regarding American Affairs")
![["Mr. Peleus requested a form for the Patman Bill as originally passed, but George Schwabe is unsure of what exactly he is asking for. Schwabe sends a copy of the Patman housing bill, H.R. 4761, and asks Peleus to clarify his request so that he can provide the correct information."]](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_31_0000-Housing,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_31_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Patman Housing Bill Form")
![["Mrs. Carlson wrote to Congressman Schwabe urging him to support the proposed British Loan, highlighting the benefits of a prosperous United Kingdom for the world economy. Congressman Schwabe responded, mentioning that the majority of his constituents are against the loan based on a survey he conducted, and expressing doubt that many Representatives from the Middle West will vote in favor of it. He appreciates Mrs. Carlson's views but implies that he may not support the loan."]](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_80_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the British Loan: A Constituent's Plea")
![["The document is a response to Mr. Edward B. Massie's request for support on HR 5494, a bill related to his military record and medical attention in 1918. The sender, George B. Schwabe, advises against forwarding the letter to the President as it may not reach him personally and emphasizes the separation of powers between the Executive and Legislative branches of government. Schwabe expresses his willingness to support Massie's case before the Committee on Pensions and keep him informed on any updates."]](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_36_0000-Private%20Legislation,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_36_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for Assistance in HR 5494 Case")