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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Granting Enlisted Personnel Terminal-Leave Pay Act of 1946
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Enlisted Men's Terminal Leave Pay Act of 1946
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for H. R. 4950: Protecting Property Rights in Patents
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Call for Demobilization: A Father's Plea
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Action Needed: Demands from the Forgotten Men of the Pacific
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Discontent Among G.I.s at Roswell Army Air Field
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Soldiers Speak Out: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Demobilization Concerns of a Soldier: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Demands for Clarity: An Open Letter to Congress from Overseas Soldiers
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Social Welfare
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urging Consolidation: A Call for a Single Department of National Defense
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The report discusses a bill (H.R. 4051) that grants enlisted personnel of the armed forces certain benefits in lieu of accumulated leave. The bill allows for a lump-sum payment for accumulated leave upon discharge, with provisions for payment to survivors in case of the individual's death. The bill also establishes regulations for the administration of the act and defines key terms."]](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_49_0000-Servicemen,%201943-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Granting Enlisted Personnel Terminal-Leave Pay Act of 1946")
![["This text is a report from the Committee on Military Affairs regarding a bill to grant enlisted personnel of the armed forces terminal leave pay. The bill proposes that enlisted members be entitled to leave at a rate of two and a half days per month of active service during the war period. It also outlines provisions for lump-sum payments upon discharge, survivor benefits, and administration of the act. The bill aims to place enlisted personnel on the same basis as officers with regards to leave and payment for accumulated leave."]](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_49_0000-Servicemen,%201943-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_49_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Enlisted Men's Terminal Leave Pay Act of 1946")
![["The sender is recommending the passage of bill H.R. 4950 in its present form, arguing that the government should not be involved in the patent business and should not engage in monopoly. The sender owns patents that are important to their small business and believes that property rights should be protected."]](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_5_0000-Patents,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Support for H. R. 4950: Protecting Property Rights in Patents")
![["The document is written by a father who is serving in the army overseas, expressing his concern about the demobilization process. He argues that fathers with one or two children should also be considered for discharge, not just fathers with three children. He believes it is unfair for fathers to be kept away from their families while their personal affairs suffer. The father urges for support of a bill that would bring home fathers with one or two children, and emphasizes the importance of Congress representing the needs of the people."]](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_52_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_52_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Call for Demobilization: A Father's Plea")
![["The document is a letter from soldiers urging Congress to take action to end the war and bring troops home. They call for the termination of the war, the removal of incompetent officials in the government, a free press, reduction of naval vessel crews, clear demobilization policies, and the discharge of drafted men who have completed 18 months of service. They emphasize the importance of transparency and communication with the public."]](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_53_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Action Needed: Demands from the Forgotten Men of the Pacific")
![["A group of G.I.s stationed at the Roswell Army Air Field are expressing their frustration with being kept in the army despite being eligible for discharge as surplus personnel. They believe they are being retained to maintain the army's size and influence public opinion. They argue that peace should be achieved through preparation for peace, not war, and criticize the army for outdated practices. They question the need for a large army and suggest that those who support it should take their place. The document is signed by several G.I.s with 39-41 months of 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_53_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Discontent Among G.I.s at Roswell Army Air Field")
![["The document expresses frustration with the War Department's decision and the confusion it has caused among soldiers. Suggestions are made for revising the Redeployment Policy, including revising estimates for personnel needed, reviewing low-pointers eligible for replacements, discontinuing discharge of non-essential personnel, continuing the draft, reducing personnel at United States installations, providing statistics on personnel, allowing veterans to return to the U.S., establishing a clear State and War Department policy, and eliminating the shortage of civilian personnel. The document concludes with a plea for action to address the concerns of 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_53_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Soldiers Speak Out: A Call for Action")
![["A soldier stationed in the Philippine Islands is demanding answers from his congressman about the reasons for the slowdown of demobilization and has outlined specific questions regarding foreign commitments, conflicting statements, order of discharges, eligibility dates, and consideration for fathers and men with dependents. He expects his congressman to act on these questions and fulfill his obligations to the people of the United States."]](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_53_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Demobilization Concerns of a Soldier: A Call to Action")
![["The document is a letter from a soldier stationed in Guam expressing frustration and confusion about the inconsistent and delayed demobilization of troops post-World War II. The soldier questions the lack of understanding and action by government officials, and demands clarity and fairness in the discharge process. The soldier highlights discrepancies in statements made by military leaders and calls for decisive action to expedite the return of troops to the US."]](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_53_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_53_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Demands for Clarity: An Open Letter to Congress from Overseas Soldiers")
![["Captain Arthur M. Ford wrote to Representative George B. Schwabe urging the consolidation of the armed forces under a single Department of National Defense to increase efficiency and be better prepared for potential attacks. Representative Schwabe responded, stating that the issue is not settled in Washington and he will consider the proposal when it is presented to Congress. Schwabe thanked Ford for sharing his views and expressed interest in finding a solution that is in the best interest of the country."]](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_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Urging Consolidation: A Call for a Single Department of National Defense")