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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Negro Heroism Praised by Calif. Lawmaker
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Role of The Negro Soldier in World War II
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs, Economics and Public Finance
- Topic:
- African Americans, Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0077
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Remarks on The Negro Soldier
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appeal for Legislation to Curb Union Favoritism
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Remedial Legislation in Labor-Industry Conflict
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Senator Byrd's Bill: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Foreign Loans: A Concerned Citizen's Plea
- Date:
- 1946-02-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Views on Price Controls and Labor Legislation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-02-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_22_9_0041
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Preserving the History of American Negro Service Members: A Thank You Letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-02-04
- 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_3_57_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protest Against the Removal of the O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1946-02-04
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The Philadelphia Tribune sent a detailed and documented story of Negro heroism in World War II to newspapers, praising the courage and devotion of African-American soldiers and sailors. Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglass highlighted the achievements of individual units and individuals in various theaters of the war, dispelling false statements made about the war record of American Negroes. The story was published in the Congressional Record as a contribution to Negro History Week."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_22_9_0048.jpg "Negro Heroism Praised by Calif. Lawmaker")
![["Mr. McKane requested one hundred copies of Helen Gahagan Douglas' speech about the role of the \"Negro\" Soldier in World War II for educational purposes. Helen Gahagan Douglas sent the copies as requested."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0049.jpg "The Role of The Negro Soldier in World War II")
![["Col. Wilmer F. Lucas is requesting a copy of Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas' remarks made in the House of Representatives on \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" on February 1, 1946. Col. Lucas commanded a Battalion during the war and is seeking information related to this topic."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_23_1_0077.jpg "Request for Copy of Remarks on The Negro Soldier")
![["The document is from Mrs. Harry Galey of Tulsa, Oklahoma, asking Congressman Schwab to support legislation that will address issues with unions and Federal favoritism. Mrs. Galey believes that many people like her are victims of the current labor policies and need someone to advocate for them."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_63_0004.jpg "Appeal for Legislation to Curb Union Favoritism")
![["The sender received a telegram urging support for legislation to solve the labor-industry conflict. The sender believes little legislation is necessary and that the President and Governors could handle the situation if they wanted to. However, since they have not taken action, Congress may need to pass legislation. The sender prefers the Case bill over the Norton bill and believes it is a step in the right direction for public welfare. The sender appreciates being informed about the issue and intends to support the Case bill. The sender urges the Oklahoma Congressional delegation to support remedial legislation for the labor-industry conflict."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0010.jpg "Support for Remedial Legislation in Labor-Industry Conflict")
![["Mrs. Newell G. Welty wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging him to support Senator Byrd's bill to address the strike-labor problem. Schwabe responded that he cannot support the labor racketeers bill but will enthusiastically support the Case Bill, which is similar to Senator Byrd's bill. Schwabe thanked Welty for her letter and assured her that he will consider her concerns."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0011.jpg "Supporting Senator Byrd's Bill: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, responding to a letter from C. H. Whittington regarding a loan to Britain. Schwabe states that his constituents are against making foreign loans and he prioritizes the welfare of American servicemen and veterans over foreign interests. Whittington, a property owner and taxpayer, also expresses opposition to the loan in his letter to Schwabe."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0021.jpg "Opposition to Foreign Loans: A Concerned Citizen's Plea")
![["In a letter dated February 3, 1946, Congressman George B. Schwabe responds to Mr. A. Wallace Easter's views on price controls, particularly on rents and essential foods. Schwabe expresses his agreement that some controls may be necessary, but criticizes the Office of Price Administration (OPA) for their handling of the situation. He advocates for a philosophy of abundance and increased production to lower prices, and mentions ongoing debates on labor legislation. Schwabe also mentions efforts to curb racketeering. Easter responds with concerns about rising costs in Tulsa and urges Schwabe to continue working on price controls."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0007.jpg "Views on Price Controls and Labor Legislation in 1946")
![["David T. Williams from Greensburg, Pennsylvania, wrote to Honorable Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas to express his appreciation for her efforts in preserving the history of American Negro servicemen and women in World War II in the Congressional Record. He requested pamphlets of the history if they were printed."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_014_22_22_9_0041.jpg "Preserving the History of American Negro Service Members: A Thank You Letter to Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman Schwabe to Dr. Troy G. Couey, addressing a protest signed by Couey and others against the removal of the OPA (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe expresses his belief that the OPA has caused more harm than good and is hindering peacetime development. He mentions that the majority of his constituents are against the extension of the OPA and questions Couey's support for it. Schwabe ends the letter with good wishes."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_57_0007.jpg "Protest Against the Removal of the O.P.A.")