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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_61_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_62_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Farm-to-Market Road Right-of-Way Width
- Date:
- 1946-01-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Rural Electrification Assistance for Mrs. Ples Mann
- Date:
- 1946-07-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Energy policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Flood Prevention: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-08-23
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Tuttle Creek Dam: A Plea for Reevaluation
- Date:
- 1951-08-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Creek Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for a Comprehensive Watershed Program: Letters to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Congratulations: Letter to Honorable George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-10-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, thanks Mrs. W. A. Oberholtzer for her letter expressing her opinions on various issues. He appreciates her interest in public affairs and values her input in helping him represent his constituents. Schwabe also discusses his views on labor unions, military conscription, and foreign loans. He mentions that he and his wife have been living in Oklahoma for a year and are impressed with the state."]](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_61_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_61_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document discusses the issue of the width of right-of-way for farm-to-market roads and explains that there are no federal regulations setting a minimum width. The decision on right-of-way width is left to the state highway department and local authorities, with federal approval required. The document advises the recipient to address the issue with the Oklahoma State Highway Commission in order to seek relief. The document also mentions a petition from residents in Chelsea, Oklahoma, expressing opposition to the alleged requirement of an 80-foot right-of-way for roads. The congressman promises to investigate and provide further 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_3_62_0000-Public%20Road%20Administration,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_62_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Farm-to-Market Road Right-of-Way Width")
![["Congressman George Schwabe contacted the Rural Electrification Administration to inquire about when Mrs. Ples Mann can expect to receive electrical service from her cooperative. The Administration stated that construction of additional lines had been approved, but a substation needs to be constructed before Mrs. Mann can receive service. They hope to provide service within two to three months. Mrs. Mann expressed gratitude for Congressman Schwabe's assistance in obtaining electricity for her home. Additionally, Congressman Schwabe requested further information from Mrs. Lois Warren regarding Mrs. Mann's application for electrical service."]](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_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Rural Electrification Assistance for Mrs. Ples Mann")
![["The document expresses opposition to the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other big dams in Kansas, citing concerns about the destruction of fertile valleys and loss of land for taxation. The writer believes in a long-term flood control program and advocates for retention dams instead of big dams. They also argue for cutting nonessential national expenditures and highlight the success of a retention dam in protecting farmers at a lower cost. The writer does not want Tuttle Creek Dam to become a dry dam due to concerns about destruction and lack of soil and water protection."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams")
![["The document is a letter and brochure promoting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program, urging citizens to sign a petition appealing to Congress and the President for more funding for agricultural flood control. The program aims to prevent soil erosion and flooding through land treatment and building small detention reservoirs. The document highlights the importance of immediate action to protect the soil and prevent further damage caused by flooding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program")
![["The author opposes the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other dams in Kansas, arguing that a Complete Watershed Program with retention dams would be more effective in protecting fertile land and preventing soil depletion. They believe that the national budget should be cut and non-essential expenditures on large dams should be eliminated. The author also expresses concern about the increasing population and the power of the corps of engineers, advocating for a more sustainable approach to water management."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, thanking Frank Lou Jr. for his letter advocating for flood prevention by stopping water where it falls instead of building large dams. Schwabe agrees with Lou's ideas and believes that this method of flood prevention is more effective and less expensive. He hopes that legislators will consider this approach when voting on flood control measures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Flood Prevention: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is written by Ralph I Bayle to Representative Schwake concerning the proposed Tuttle Creek dam in Kansas. Bayle argues against the dam, stating that it would take out valuable farmland and would not effectively control floods in the area. He urges for a new flood control program that considers the entire watershed of the Kansas River."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Tuttle Creek Dam: A Plea for Reevaluation")
![["The documents express opposition to the Tuttle Creek Dam project in Kansas and advocate for a comprehensive watershed program for flood control, including soil conservation, retention dams, dikes, and levees. The writers believe that a complete approach to flood control is necessary and criticize the current plan for being inadequate and potentially harmful to the environment and agriculture. They call for a reevaluation of the project and urge Congress to consider alternate plans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Support for a Comprehensive Watershed Program: Letters to Representative Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter dated October 19, 1951, from Archibald C. Edwards to Honorable George Schwabe discussing concerns about the Army Engineers and their projects, specifically mentioning the Oolagah Dam and Foss Dam. Edwards praises Schwabe for his clear thinking and courage in addressing these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Congratulations: Letter to Honorable George Schwabe")
