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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_3_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Response to Opposition of H.R. 3116: A Letter to Mrs. George H. Schwenker from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Townsend Bill: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Townsend Bill and Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange between Miss Janie Moody and Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Schwabe Opposes President's Deferred Labor Program, Expresses Concern Over Potential Election Influence
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Amendment 2 to Supplementary Order No. 132: Exemption of Fresh Cucumbers from Price Control
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Combatting Bureaucracy: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Seminole Nation, Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Aid to Europe and Selective Service: Correspondence from 1945
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Labor Shortage and Unemployment Compensation Opposition in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between a Business Owner and Congressman Regarding the Unemployment Bill of 1945
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Schwenker, Secretary of Circle Nine at First Methodist Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, expressed opposition to H.R. 3116 in a recent telegram to Congressman George B. Schwabe. Schwabe enclosed a copy of the bill and requested further communication regarding the group's stance on pending legislation."]](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_3_0000-Education,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_3_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Opposition of H.R. 3116: A Letter to Mrs. George H. Schwenker from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document from Miss Pearl Miller to Congressman George B. Schwabe inquiring about his support for the Townsend Bill HR 2229, which provides for old age assistance for American citizens. She asks if he signed a petition to bring the bill to the House for a hearing and expresses her intention to support a congressman in the 1946 election who will support a similar bill for a National Old Age Pension. Congressman Schwabe responds that he supports old age assistance for those who meet the qualifications and criticizes the use of political investigators paid from funds meant for the elderly."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Townsend Bill: A Letter Exchange")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses his support for old age assistance for those who qualify, but criticizes the inclusion of unnecessary political positions in the bill. A constituent, William Burns, questions Schwabe about his support for the Townsend Bill HR 2229 and indicates he will vote for a congressman who supports a national old age pension."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Townsend Bill and Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange")
![["Miss Janie Moody wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe in support of the Townsend Bill, H.R. 2229, which aims to provide old age assistance to citizens of the United States. She questions if Schwabe has signed a petition to bring the bill for a hearing in the House and states that she and her family members will support a congressman who supports the bill in the upcoming 1946 election. Schwabe responds by expressing his support for old age assistance and criticizing the use of political \"snoopers\" in the administration of funds for the elderly."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange between Miss Janie Moody and Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Ann Nees wrote to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, urging him to vote against the $25 per week deferred labor program proposed by the President, which she believed was an attempt by the Administration to buy the next election. Schwabe responded by sending her copies of the Congressional Record showing letters from prominent Democrats in his District who were also opposed to the program. Schwabe thanked Nees for her letter and assured her that he would continue to work against any threats to the American way of life."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Schwabe Opposes President's Deferred Labor Program, Expresses Concern Over Potential Election Influence")
![["Supplementary Order No. 132, Amendment 2, issued on October 2, 1945, exempts fresh cucumbers from price control. This action was taken as cucumbers have a lower economic value compared to other fruits and vegetables, and controlling their prices presents administrative difficulties disproportionate to their contribution to stabilization. The exemption of cucumbers from price control is not expected to impact overall price control effectiveness or divert resources from essential production activities."]](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_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Amendment 2 to Supplementary Order No. 132: Exemption of Fresh Cucumbers from Price Control")
![["Miss Patricia D. Canon wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concern about the impact of labor strikes on servicemen and urging action against labor leaders causing these strikes. Congressman Schwabe responded, agreeing with Canon's points and vowing to continue fighting against bureaucracy and supporting the servicemen's right to write to their Congressmen. Schwabe also mentioned his efforts to abolish emergency bureaus and bureaus created by Congress. He thanked Canon for her input and assured her that her letter would help him report the reactions of his constituents with more enthusiasm."]](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_66_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Combatting Bureaucracy: A Call to Action")
![["The document is a series of letters discussing two main issues: the continuation of Selective Service in the United States and the provision of aid to Europe. The first letter argues against the continuation of Selective Service, stating that there is no need for a large standing army and that demobilization is necessary. The second letter urges support for Selective Service in order to provide replacements for the armed forces during occupation duties. Both letters also touch on the importance of providing aid to Europe to prevent anarchy and ensure peace."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Aid to Europe and Selective Service: Correspondence from 1945")
![["George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, received telegrams from Banfield Packing Company and Banfield Brothers Packing Co. expressing opposition to the proposed $25 weekly unemployment compensation program. Schwabe reassured the companies that he also opposed the bill and believed it would not pass Congress. He believed President Truman advocated for the bill for political reasons, but Congress was unlikely to pass it. Schwabe thanked the companies for contacting him and stated his position would not change."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Labor Shortage and Unemployment Compensation Opposition in 1945")
![["The document from C.L. Greenfield expresses opposition to the Unemployment Bill pending before Congress, stating that people should not receive payments for being unemployed. Greenfield believes that there is always work available for those who want to find it, and criticizes the government for potentially penalizing hardworking Americans. Representative George B. Schwabe agrees with Greenfield's views and expresses his intention to vote against the bill, emphasizing the importance of constituents expressing their opinions on such matters."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between a Business Owner and Congressman Regarding the Unemployment Bill of 1945")