Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Disposal of Federally-Owned War Housing: Policies and Procedures
- Date:
- 1945-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning, New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Salaries and Responsibilities: A Discussion with George B. Schwabe and E. J. O'Connor
- Date:
- 1945-09-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Permanent Extension of Percentage Depletion for Fluorspar: H.R. 3963
- Date:
- 1945-09-06
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Veterans' Rights: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1945-09-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Weather forecasting--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_40_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Equal Retirement Benefits for Enlisted Personnel of the Regular Army
- Date:
- 1945-09-14
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Armed Forces and National Security, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Our Troops: A Call for Legislation
- Date:
- 1945-09-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The OPA Scandal: A Call for Congressional Investigation
- Date:
- 1945-09-18
- Creator:
- Pendleton, John F.
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Meat Rationing Dilemma: A Cry for Help
- Date:
- 1945-09-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Wichita and Affiliated Tribes
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of OPA on Private Enterprise: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1945-09-21
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Unfair Demobilization: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1945-09-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The National Housing Agency and Federal Public Housing Authority are responsible for disposing of war housing projects developed under various acts. They are required to inform Congress when war housing becomes surplus, and have outlined procedures for disposal. The Federal Public Housing Authority has around 656,000 war housing units to dispose of, including temporary and permanent units. The Lanham Act governs the disposal of war housing, with the goal of removing temporary housing promptly and selling permanent housing to private purchasers."]](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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Disposal of Federally-Owned War Housing: Policies and Procedures")
![["The document exchange between Mr. Schwabe and Mr. O'Connor discusses their views on the President's proposed \"New Deal\" program and the suggestion to increase Congressmen's salaries. Mr. Schwabe is skeptical of the President's motives and opposes most of the program, predicting that it will not be adopted by Congress. Mr. O'Connor supports the idea of doubling Congressmen's salaries, with the condition that Congress regains its powers and corrects past mistakes. Both men appreciate each other's forthright expressions and agree on certain points."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Salaries and Responsibilities: A Discussion with George B. Schwabe and E. J. O'Connor")
![["The document is a bill introduced by Mr. Schwabe of Oklahoma in the House of Representatives on September 6, 1945. The bill aims to make the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code granting percentage depletion with respect to fluorspar permanent. It proposes an amendment to the Revenue Act of 1943 to ensure that certain minerals, including fluorspar, continue to receive percentage depletion for taxable years after the termination of hostilities in the present war. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration."]](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_23_0000-Fluorspar,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Permanent Extension of Percentage Depletion for Fluorspar: H.R. 3963")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. J. W. Bashore of Vinita, Oklahoma, and Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the lack of support and preferential treatment for veterans, specifically Mr. Bashore's son who was a casualty of the war and is now in critical condition. Mr. Bashore expresses frustration at the lack of assistance and priorities granted to veterans for equipment and resources needed for rehabilitation. Congressman Schwabe acknowledges the issues and promises to continue advocating for better support for veterans."]](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_7_0000-Defense%20Transportation,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Veterans' Rights: A Call for Action")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Schwabe of Oklahoma on September 14, 1945. The bill aims to extend retirement benefits to enlisted personnel of the Regular Army that are equal to those of the Navy and Marine Corps. It outlines the criteria for retirement, calculation of retirement pay, and requirements for active duty and physical examinations. The bill was referred to the Committee on Military Affairs for further consideration."]](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_40_0000-Schwabe%20Bills,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_40_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Equal Retirement Benefits for Enlisted Personnel of the Regular Army")
![["Mr. John W. Hennessey wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe, M. C. requesting a copy of bill HR 4064, which Schwabe introduced in the House. Schwabe responds that the bill has not been granted a hearing by the Committee on Military Affairs and may not be reported out as it is not favored by military leaders. However, he appreciates Hennessey's interest and sends a copy of the bill, stating he will continue to fight for the interests 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_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Our Troops: A Call for Legislation")
![["John Pendleton, an attorney, is writing to Congressman George Schwabe about an incident involving the OPA that he believes warrants Congressional investigation. He is outraged by the actions of the OPA in arranging a special meal without considering the cost, and compares their behavior to that of a criminal snitch. Pendleton urges Schwabe to look into the matter and expresses his belief that the OPA is unfit for service in the government."]](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_53_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The OPA Scandal: A Call for Congressional Investigation")
![["The documents are from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Chester Bowles of the Office of Price Administration and Clinton P. Anderson, the Secretary of Agriculture. Schwabe is expressing concern over the abundance of meat available but the lack of ration points for consumers to buy it, leading to dissatisfaction among retailers and the public. He suggests removing beef rationing to allow consumers to buy meat and help producers sell their products without incurring losses. Schwabe also includes a telegram from A. W. Lohman, a cattle producer, detailing the difficulties faced in the market."]](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_53_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Meat Rationing Dilemma: A Cry for Help")
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing his opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and advocating for the abolishment of federal bureaus that stifle private enterprise. He criticizes President Truman's approach to shifting the functions of bureaus to established government departments. The second letter is from Jenkins Music Company, expressing concern over OPA's pricing policies impacting the distributing field and urging action to protect the welfare of constituents. Both letters highlight the negative impact of OPA's policies on businesses and the economy."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of OPA on Private Enterprise: A Call for Change")
![["The document consists of three letters written by Mrs. Henley Annett and Oleta Annett to Honorable George W. Schwabe in Washington, D.C., expressing their concerns about the unfair demobilization plans for soldiers returning from overseas. They highlight the slow and unfair process of discharging soldiers, especially those with physical disabilities who have already served overseas. They question the efficiency of the demobilization process and suggest that politics may be influencing the decisions being made. They urge for fair treatment of all soldiers, regardless of their points or age, and express frustration that the focus seems to be on soldiers in the States rather than those who have already served overseas. They request for prompt action to address 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_55_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_55_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Unfair Demobilization: A Call for Change")