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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1945-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act
- Date:
- 1945-10-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_45_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Fighting for Education: A Mother's Plea and a Congressman's Response
- Date:
- 1945-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Full Employment Bill of 1945
- Date:
- 1945-10-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from George B. Schwabe addressing Democratic Control and Employment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-10-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter from Oklahoma Power and Water Co. President Opposing the Full Employment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-10-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate Over Big British Loan: United States State Department's Perspective
- Date:
- 1945-10-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressman Schwabe's Response to Opposition Against the Full Employment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-10-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Ticking Shortage Issue: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe, M.C. and OPA
- Date:
- 1945-10-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter from George B. Schwabe to A. W. Lohman
- Date:
- 1945-10-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. B. C. Wheeler contacted George B. Schwabe, M.C. to request his support for the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act, HR 2346. Schwabe acknowledges her request and promises to consider the matter when it is before Congress. Wheeler expresses her support for the act and hopes that Schwabe will also support it."]](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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The Merchant Marine Mothers Club is writing to Honorable George B. Schwabe to urge him to support H.R. 2346 (Merchant Seamen's War Service Act) which is expected to be reported out of committee soon. They emphasize the importance of adequate benefits for war service seamen and their dependents, and ask for his support in securing the passage of this 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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for the Merchant Seamen's War Service Act")
![["Mrs. J.H. Jackson wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting that her son, who is serving in the army and has not completed his schooling, be discharged so he can finish his education. Schwabe responds by explaining that he has introduced bills in Congress to address the situation and is fighting for the rights of 18-year-old boys in the service. He acknowledges her concerns and reassures her that he is working to help these boys every day."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Fighting for Education: A Mother's Plea and a Congressman's Response")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, received a letter from Walter M. Henneman regarding the full employment bill. Schwabe believes the bill is empty and could lead to totalitarianism. He appreciates Henneman's input and may use it in his future remarks in Congress. Schwabe values the opinions of his constituents and encourages Henneman to continue sharing his thoughts on controversial 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_7_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Full Employment Bill of 1945")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe discusses the Democratic Party's control of the House of Representatives and their actions regarding the full employment bill. The sender expresses disapproval of the majority's actions and lack of consideration for opposing views. John W. Burton urges Schwabe to sign a discharge petition to bring a bill to the floor despite the committee's actions. Schwabe acknowledges the concerns and expresses hope for a time when all American's voices will be heard."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from George B. Schwabe addressing Democratic Control and Employment Bill")
![["The president of the Oklahoma Power and Water Co. is writing to Congressman George Schwabe urging him to kill the Full Employment Bill passed by the Senate, as he believes it will lead to the complete regimentation of the American people. He views the safeguards added by the Senate as inadequate protection against this harmful 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_7_12_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0001_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter from Oklahoma Power and Water Co. President Opposing the Full Employment Bill")
![["The State Department is arguing that the United States should grant a big loan to Great Britain, but the author questions why the United States should support a country that is considered a 2nd or 3rd rate power. The author questions giving up money on a long term basis and selling ships to Britain, which could potentially harm the United States economically. The author suggests setting up a union or economic basis to address labor and strike issues in 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_5_79_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Debate Over Big British Loan: United States State Department's Perspective")
![["Mr. Phil B. Drane wrote to George B. Schwabe asking him to vote against Senate bill #380, the Full Employment Bill. Schwabe replied that he had received many similar letters and had already gone on record opposing the bill, believing it to be a vague attempt at totalitarianism."]](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_12_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman Schwabe's Response to Opposition Against the Full Employment Bill")
![["The document from Shilliam Supply Co. Inc. to George Schwabe addresses the issue of a shortage of tickings needed by mattress manufacturers due to OPA prices established in 1942. The Office of Price Administration is studying the cost of manufacturing and considering adjustable pricing to address the issue. Schwabe is urged to contact the OPA on behalf of the mattress manufacturers to seek a resolution to the problem. Schwabe expresses his frustration with the OPA in a response letter, criticizing their lack of action and suggesting that public pressure may be needed to prompt a response."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Ticking Shortage Issue: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe, M.C. and OPA")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing frustration with the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and its handling of issues. Schwabe criticizes the OPA for being slow to act and accuses them of being bureaucratic and cowardly. He also expresses his belief that many government bureaus could be abolished by the President and criticizes President Truman for not having the courage to do so. The document includes a response from OPA Administrator Chester Bowles acknowledging a previous letter and discussing changes to the rationing program."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from George B. Schwabe to A. W. Lohman")