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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislation Impacting Indian Lands: A Thank You Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Keetoowah Bill: Correspondence with Senator Moore
- Date:
- 1945-07-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence and Advocacy: A Look into Osage County's Political Landscape
- Date:
- 1945-07-18
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry about Indian Payments: July 18, 1945
- Date:
- 1945-07-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Extra Copies of Public Law 116 (H.R. 2754)
- Date:
- 1945-07-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Public Law 116
- Date:
- 1945-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_38_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legal Dilemma: The Battle for Property Rights
- Date:
- 1945-09-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_38_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Correspondence Regarding H.R. 4060 and Osage Civilization Fund Bill
- Date:
- 1945-09-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Quapaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- 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_053_12_11_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Seven Clan Society's Land Rights and Incorporation Efforts in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-12-04
- Creator:
- Thomas, Elmer, 1876-1965
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Judge N.B. Johnson of the District Court of the State of Oklahoma in the Twelfth Judicial District, along with others involved with Indian lands, thanks Honorable George B. Schwabe for providing a copy of H.R. 2754, an act validating titles to certain lands conveyed by Indians of the Five Civilized Tribes. The legislation was of great interest to those in the legal and judicial fields."]](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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation Impacting Indian Lands: A Thank You Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["Levi B. Gritts wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe and Senator E.H. Moore in July 1945, asking for assistance with H.R. Bill No. 341, known as the Keetoowah Bill, which would provide more authority to the Keetoowah Society. Congressman Schwabe's office acknowledged Gritts' letter and said it would be brought to the Congressman's attention. Senator Moore's office replied, stating that the Senator is busy but will consider the bill, ensuring it does not conflict with the Wheeler-Howard Act. Gritts later wrote to Schwabe again in October 1945, expressing concern about the bill's delay and mentioning his previous communication with Senator Moore. Schwabe responded, stating that he had not been present during any discussions between Gritts and Senator Moore regarding the bill. He also mentioned that Congressman Stigler, the bill's author, had returned to Washington and would address the matter."]](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_40_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0003_thumbnail.jpg "The Keetoowah Bill: Correspondence with Senator Moore")
![["The document is a series of letters and articles discussing the Osage Tribe's interactions with Congressman George B. Schwabe. The tribe appreciates his support and efforts to help them with their problems and mentions him favorably in newspaper articles. The tribal council also discusses their plans for changes within the Osage Indian agency and expresses dissatisfaction with current regulations and officials. They seek more autonomy in tribal affairs and criticize the handling of funds by government officials."]](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_3_24_0000-Interior,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_24_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence and Advocacy: A Look into Osage County's Political Landscape")
![["Mr. Henry Duncan wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe inquiring about payments that he had heard were to be made to Indians in five or ten years. Congressman Schwabe responded saying he was not aware of any such payments, but mentioned a bill under consideration that would allow Indians to present their claims within five years. Mr. Duncan then wrote back asking for more information about the potential payments."]](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_40_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry about Indian Payments: July 18, 1945")
![["Mr. Smith, an attorney, requested extra copies of Public Law 116 (H.R. 2754) from Congressman Schwabe's office. Mrs. Warren, the Congressman's secretary, apologized for the delay in responding as the Congressman was on recess, but enclosed three extra copies of the law as requested. She also assured Mr. Smith of the Congressman's willingness to help and encouraged him to reach out to their office during the Congressman's absence."]](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_35_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_35_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Extra Copies of Public Law 116 (H.R. 2754)")
![["The author, Hayes McCoy, thanks Honorable George B. Schwabe for providing copies of a specific public law that may impact land titles in the state. He mentions meeting with others who approve of Schwabe's record in Congress. McCoy expresses his best wishes to Schwabe."]](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_36_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_36_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Public Law 116")
![["The document is a correspondence between a lawyer and a congressman regarding a property title case that was decided against the lawyer's client. The lawyer believes that Congress does not have the power to overturn the court decision and suggests acquiring the interests of the property owners to potentially resolve the issue. The lawyer expresses sympathy for the client's situation but doubts that introducing a bill in Congress would be successful. The lawyer advises the client on potential solutions and expresses a willingness to help within legal limits."]](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_38_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_38_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Legal Dilemma: The Battle for Property Rights")
![["Mr. Goodwin requested legislation to be introduced in Congress by Mr. Schwabe, which was done on September 14th as H.R. 4060. Mr. Goodwin also provided a copy of the Osage Civilization fund bill for consideration, which was identical to a bill introduced by Senator Thomas. He asked for a report from the Interior to be called for when the measure is introduced."]](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_38_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_38_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Correspondence Regarding H.R. 4060 and Osage Civilization Fund Bill")
![["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 text consists of correspondence between Eli Pumpkin, Chairman of the Seven Clan Society in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, and Senator Elmer Thomas regarding the incorporation of the Seven Clan Society and their efforts to secure land. Senator Thomas expresses doubt about the effectiveness of incorporation in securing land, as many tribes are facing challenges with the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Senator Thomas promises to assist in any way possible and advises Pumpkin to seek recommendations from the Indian Office before introducing a bill in Congress. Pumpkin seeks advice on the timing of their trip to Washington and the benefits of securing a charter for the society."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_1_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Miscellaneous,%20Mar.-Dec.,%201945/Thumbnails/CACC_CC_053_12_11_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Seven Clan Society's Land Rights and Incorporation Efforts in 1945")