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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protesting the Induction of 18-Year-Old Boys: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-08-26
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Legislation for Depletion Allowance in Fluorspar Production
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter regarding Draft and Induction of 18-Year-Olds
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislation and Support for Military Enlistment: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Philip J. Kramer
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- President Truman's Letter: 18-Year-Old Draft Acknowledgement
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for the Continuance of Selective Service Act
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislation and Discharge of Service Members: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- USS Davis and Draft Age Concerns: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Discharge of 18-19 Year Old Soldiers
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Petition for Release of Young Men from Armed Forces
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a response to Mr. W. E. Boswell's protest against the induction of 18-year-old boys into the Army. The secretary informs Mr. Boswell that a college professor from Oklahoma has also filed a similar protest with Representative George B. Schwabe. Copies of the professor's letter were sent to President Truman and the War Department. The secretary also encloses a copy of Public Law 54 for Mr. Boswell's information. The document will be brought to the attention of Mr. Schwabe upon his return to Washington."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Protesting the Induction of 18-Year-Old Boys: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a letter from Mr. Davis suggesting a permanent fifteen percent depletion allowance in income tax rates for those producing Fluorspar. Schwabe forwarded the suggestion to his secretary in Washington who is working with the Legislative Counsel to prepare a proposed bill to introduce in Congress. The Legislative Counsel is currently preparing the bill and it will be ready for Schwabe to introduce after Congress reconvenes. Schwabe suggests that Davis or others interested in the production of Fluorspar appear before the committee to offer evidence in support of the proposed measure. Schwabe will keep Davis updated on the progress of the bill."]](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_5_23_0000-Fluorspar,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Proposed Legislation for Depletion Allowance in Fluorspar Production")
![["The first letter acknowledges receipt of a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Lamm regarding the draft and induction of 18-year-olds. It mentions that President Truman endorses an induction for men aged 18 to 26, but it is uncertain what action Congress will take. The second letter from Mr. and Mrs. Lamm urges Congressman Schwabe to stop the draft, suggesting an older age range for induction and higher pay for soldiers. They also express concern about the bill getting stuck in committee."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Letter regarding Draft and Induction of 18-Year-Olds")
![["George B. Schwabe acknowledges receiving a letter from Philip J. Kramer regarding building up the strength of the Army and Navy through voluntary enlistment. Schwabe informs Kramer that he has taken up the issues of discharge and induction of 18-year-olds with the President and Secretary of War, and provides copies of relevant letters. Schwabe expresses his support for the boys in service and shares his personal stance on the matter. Kramer had suggested ceasing selective service or drafting, and Schwabe promises to assist further if needed."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation and Support for Military Enlistment: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Philip J. Kramer")
![["Mrs. Rotramel wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe asking for the return of 18-year-old boys from war and to stop drafting them. She also requested support for their education and training. In response, a secretary acknowledged receipt of the letter and provided information on President Truman's stance on the issue. The secretary also promised to bring Mrs. Rotramel's concerns to Mr. Schwabe's attention when he returned to Washington."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0012_thumbnail.jpg "President Truman's Letter: 18-Year-Old Draft Acknowledgement")
![["Mrs. Davie writes to Representative Schwabe expressing her concerns about the continuation of the Selective Service Act and the impact it has on soldiers who have served overseas. She requests that soldiers who have completed their service be allowed to return home and not be replaced by new recruits in the 18-26 age group. Mrs. Davie emphasizes the importance of considering the impact on soldiers like her husband who have completed their education and whose future opportunities may be affected by prolonged military 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_6_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Appeal for the Continuance of Selective Service Act")
![["Mrs. Donnelly wrote to Congressman Schwabe asking for help in getting her son, who was taken out of school and into the service at 18, discharged and returned home from Europe. She feels that her son has done his share in combat and should be allowed to come home. Congressman Schwabe responds by informing her of his efforts to introduce legislation on this issue and expresses sympathy as he also has four sons in the service. He promises to do all he can to help her and other families in similar situations."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation and Discharge of Service Members: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["A letter was sent to Representative George B. Schwabe requesting that the draft age be raised to 20 and asking for a picture of the ship USS F. C. DAVIS DE-136. The document also expressed sympathy for the loss of their son in the war and requested assistance in obtaining a picture of the ship he was on. The parents believed that the draft age should be raised to 20 and expressed concern about sending younger men to war. They thanked Schwabe for his offer of assistance and hoped for the safe return of his four sons in 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_6_45_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0001_thumbnail.jpg "USS Davis and Draft Age Concerns: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a request from Mr. and Mrs. McDowell to discharge 18 and 19-year-old boys from the Army and return them home. The document mentions that President Truman sent a letter regarding military affairs, and Representative Schwabe will address the issue upon his return to Washington. The document also includes a list of names of individuals supporting the discharge of young soldiers."]](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_45_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Discharge of 18-19 Year Old Soldiers")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, acknowledging receipt of a petition from Mrs. Sam Hatch and others requesting the release of 17, 18, and 19-year-olds who served in the armed forces during the war so they can resume their education. Schwabe mentions taking up the matter with the War Department and President Truman, and includes copies of relevant correspondence. The document also lists the names and addresses of the petition signers."]](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_45_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Petition for Release of Young Men from Armed Forces")