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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Government Spending: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Urging Additional Housing Units for Tulsa Veterans
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Constructive Legislation: Correspondence Between Myron B. Skidmore and George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate Over the British Loan: Opposing Views on Economic Assistance
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concerns and Considerations Regarding the British Loan
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_85_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over Extending the G.I. Bill of Rights to Merchant Seamen
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_85_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Merchant Seaman's Bill of Rights
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Dr. John Torrey and George B. Schwabe, M.C. Regarding Medical Legislation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-03-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Report on the Role of Women in War
- Date:
- 1946-03-12
- 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_3_57_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Ceiling Price Issues: Correspondence with Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-03-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from Mr. Coleman to Congressman Schwabe expressing concern about a proposed appropriation of $23,000,000 for electric hi-lines in the middle western states. Mr. Coleman urges the Congressman to prevent unnecessary government expenditure and to have less government involvement in business. Congressman Schwabe responds, thanking Mr. Coleman for his input and stating his agreement with the sentiment of less government involvement in business."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0001.jpg "Government Spending: A Call for Action")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. to John C. Burris, Adjutant of Tulsa Post 577 Veterans of Foreign Wars, thanking him for sending a resolution regarding the Public Housing program for veterans. The resolution urges the Federal Public Housing Authority to consider Tulsa's application for additional housing units for homeless veterans in light of recent funding allocated by Congress. The resolution was approved on April 11, 1946."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_30_0006.jpg "Resolution Urging Additional Housing Units for Tulsa Veterans")
![["The document is a response from George B. Schwabe to Myron B. Skidmore regarding the Case Bill and the lack of support for constructive legislation in Congress. Schwabe mentions that pressure groups do not influence his decisions and that Democrats in Congress are focused on continuing their current program. Skidmore expresses disappointment in Congress not passing laws that are not supported by pressure groups and urges Schwabe to consider passing constructive legislation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0015.jpg "Concerns Regarding Constructive Legislation: Correspondence Between Myron B. Skidmore and George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe, a United States House of Representatives member, expresses opposition to the British loan based on the overwhelming disapproval from constituents, particularly veterans and citizens in his district. In response, John J. Motley argues in favor of the loan, citing support from the American Veterans Committee and stating that the loan would benefit business, promote world trade, and help maintain world peace. The Washington Chapter of the American Veterans Committee also supports the loan, emphasizing its importance for British debt relief and international economic reconstruction."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0003.jpg "Debate Over the British Loan: Opposing Views on Economic Assistance")
![["George B. Schwabe received a postal card from Mrs. J.H. Garrison asking him to support a proposed loan to Britain. Schwabe sent out a questionnaire to 40,000 people in his district and found that over 90% were against the loan. He believes that he should represent his constituents honestly, even if it goes against their views. He suggests that those in favor of the loan should buy British Bonds. Mrs. Garrison believes the loan to Britain is justified and will help world trade, and urges Schwabe to vote for it. Schwabe did not vote for the Reciprocal Trade Agreement Bill and stands by his decision."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_80_0012.jpg "Title: Concerns and Considerations Regarding the British Loan")
![["The document is in response to a request to extend the G.I. Bill of Rights to include Merchant seamen. The recipient, George B. Schwabe, expresses reluctance to support the extension, citing concerns about the character of Merchant seamen and their entitlement to the same benefits as G.I.'s. The sender, Frank B. Frank, a Merchant seaman, argues against the extension, stating that seamen already earn enough to put themselves through school and should not be granted the same benefits as military personnel. The sender also criticizes the behavior of some Merchant seamen towards Navy personnel during the war."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_85_0002.jpg "The Debate Over Extending the G.I. Bill of Rights to Merchant Seamen")
![[""]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_85_0003.jpg "Request for Merchant Seaman's Bill of Rights")
![["Dr. John Torrey received a letter from George B. Schwabe, expressing appreciation for Torrey's short and to-the-point letter regarding the Wagoner-Dingell-Murray Bill. Schwabe stated that he is not in favor of the bill and supports S. 191 instead. Torrey also wrote to Schwabe, urging him to support the S. 191 Bill if it comes up for passage. Both letters express mutual respect and best wishes."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_4_0012.jpg "Correspondence Between Dr. John Torrey and George B. Schwabe, M.C. Regarding Medical Legislation in 1946")
![["Rose Donald's is writing to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas to request copies of a report she delivered on the role of African Americans in the war effort. Rose expresses appreciation for the report and requests at least five copies if possible."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0005.jpg "Request for Copy of Report on the Role of Women in War")
![["The document from Mr. A. V. Waldrep of J. A. Waldrep Candy Co. to Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses concern about the ceiling on corn prices affecting the candy industry. Congressman Schwabe responds, criticizing the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and the New Deal Administration for creating scarcity and inflation through regulations and controls. He mentions seeing abundant corn during a recent trip and believes there is no shortage. Schwabe vows to continue fighting against the OPA and supporting free enterprise. The OPA's response to Schwabe's concerns acknowledges the issues facing industries due to corn shortages and outlines steps being taken to address the situation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_57_0010.jpg "Ceiling Price Issues: Correspondence with Congressman George B. Schwabe")