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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Congressional Material: Agricultural Economics in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- 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_047_1_5_79_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Response to Loan Request: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-01-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call to Action: Addressing the Labor Strikes
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Analysis of Profit, Loss, and Subsidy in the American Steel Industry: A Letter Exchange from 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-01-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Call for History: Recognizing the Contributions of Negro Soldiers in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- 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_0040
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Negros' Park in World War II: Request for Copies
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- 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_047_1_5_24_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Coordinating Efforts for HR 3963: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Cattlemen's Appeal: Seeking Relief from Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-01-28
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The American Veterans Committee congratulates Helen Gahagan Douglas for highlighting the contributions of Negro troops during the war, emphasizing their intelligence, willingness to serve, and heroism. This action is seen as important in bridging racial divides in the country."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Recognizing the Valor: Honoring the War Record of African American Troops")
![["The document is from C. L. Stewart, a Professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Illinois, requesting ten copies of an important Congressional Record to be reprinted, or alternatively, two copies of the issue. The document is addressed to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas."]](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_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Congressional Material: Agricultural Economics in 1946")
![["Miss Nell Ratcliff wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe on January 25, 1946, urging him to support the administration's proposed $3,750,000,000 loan to Great Britain. However, Congressman Schwabe received a letter from a constituent stating that over 90% of the people in his district do not want him to vote for the appropriation making this loan possible. The constituent believes that the money should be spent on returning servicemen who need homes, rather than giving it to foreigners. The constituent also mentions that Great Britain has not reciprocated or repaid loans previously given by the US. Congressman Schwabe agrees with his constituents and believes it is his duty to represent their views."]](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_79_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Loan Request: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses the prevalent strike situation and criticizes President Truman for his handling of it. The author believes that existing laws, if enforced, would be sufficient to handle the situation and protect the public. The document also calls on Congress to take action and stop the influence of labor racketeers and bosses. Finally, a telegram from Mr. H. J. Scott urges Congressman George Schwabe to address the strike situation before it negatively impacts businesses."]](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_63_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Call to Action: Addressing the Labor Strikes")
![["The document discusses the issue of profit and loss in the steel industry, comparing the approach of United States Steel Corporation, which operates on a profit and loss basis, with that of Henry J. Kaiser, who has grown his business through government subsidies. The document criticizes Kaiser for accepting wage raises without concern for red ink, while United States Steel Corporation faces financial challenges. It also raises concerns about the influence of union leaders and the potential impact of a planned economy on private ownership and competition in the industry."]](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_6_0000-Subsidies,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0004_thumbnail.jpg "An Analysis of Profit, Loss, and Subsidy in the American Steel Industry: A Letter Exchange from 1946")
![["Senator Elmer Thomas is responding to a letter from Sammy D. Wood regarding the sale of the Choctaw-Chickasaw coal and asphalt deposits. The Congress has authorized the sale, and a contract is almost ready to be submitted for approval by the Tribes. Senator Thomas discusses the importance of maintaining Indian schools and hospitals, and expresses his support for continuing these services. Wood inquires about the status of the sale and expresses concerns about the treatment of enrolled members of the Choctaw tribe."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw-Chickasaw%20Coal%20Lands,%20Jan.-Nov.,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_14A_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Sale of Choctaw-Chickasaw Coal and Asphalt Deposits in 1946")
![["The document is congratulating Helen Gahagan Douglas on her efforts to document the history of Negro soldiers in World War II. The sender requests a copy of the document for publication, in light of Negro History Week in February."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "The Call for History: Recognizing the Contributions of Negro Soldiers in World War II")
![["Mrs. Bluiett requested 50 copies of \"The Negroes' Part in World War II\" from Helen Gahagan Douglas, but Douglas only had 6 copies available at the time. She mentioned that if reprints of the Congressional Record were made, she would be able to send the additional copies."]](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_0040_thumbnail.jpg "The Negros' Park in World War II: Request for Copies")
![["The Mahoning Mining Company received a letter from Honorable George B. Schwabe regarding a tax bill and a possible hearing on Bill HR 3963. They discussed the timing of the hearing, the involvement of a committee of producers from the Illinois-Kentucky fluorspar region, and the coordination of activities to push the legislation forward. The company plans to discuss a plan of action and make necessary contacts in the industry in the next two weeks."]](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_24_0000-Fluorspar,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_24_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Coordinating Efforts for HR 3963: A Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The document includes a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. expressing concern for the mistreatment of cattlemen and cattle growers in Oklahoma due to regulations by the OPA. The document also includes a letter from the Southwest Oklahoma Hereford Cattlemen's Association expressing opposition to a ceiling price on raw cotton, citing the need for additional income for cotton farmers and feed for the livestock industry. Both letters request assistance in addressing these issues."]](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_19_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0008_thumbnail.jpg "The Cattlemen's Appeal: Seeking Relief from Price Control")