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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- CHURCHMEN'S CONDEMNATION OF HOUSE UN-AMERICAN ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Communism, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0067
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Class of Service: Western Telegram Symbols and Ship Radiogram
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0081
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Championing American Rights: A Letter of Support
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Democrats Divided: Warren's Campaign Launch
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Winning the Peace: A Call to Action by Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_222
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Storm of August 27-29, 1947, Little River and Tributaries
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_224
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Storm of May 12, 1947, Little River and Tributaries
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_223
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Flood of August 27-29, 1947, Little River and Tributaries
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_225
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Robert S. Kerr Collection
- Title:
- Plan of Proposed Flood Control, Little River and Tributaries
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Water resources development--Law and legislation--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the House Committee on Un-American Activities for their conduct during the Hollywood hearings, stating that they do not protect the rights of witnesses and unfairly target individuals and the film industry. She argues that combating communism should be done through addressing poverty and education, not through violating constitutional rights. Douglas opposes the committee's infringement on freedom of speech and advocates for protecting individual rights and democratic principles. She also highlights the dangers of using extreme measures in response to communism and cites a resolution by the House of Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church in support of safeguarding freedom of conscience. Douglas emphasizes the importance of upholding American values and principles in the face of anti-communist hysteria."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0046_thumbnail.jpg "CHURCHMEN'S CONDEMNATION OF HOUSE UN-AMERICAN ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE")
![["The document explains the different symbols used in Western Union telegrams, such as DL for Day Letter and NL for Night Letter. It also mentions the filing and receipt times for telegrams. The message congratulates Helen Gahagan Douglas on her vote against issuing contempt citations against Hollywood people. The document ends with a note asking for suggestions from patrons regarding the company's service."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0067_thumbnail.jpg "Class of Service: Western Telegram Symbols and Ship Radiogram")
![["The document acknowledges the receipt of a motion from Western Gate Lodge 970 regarding contempt citations. Mrs. Douglas is out of town, but the matter will be brought to her attention upon her return. The motion extends thanks to three California Representatives who opposed the House vote on the Thomas Un-American Committee's contempt citation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0081_thumbnail.jpg "Championing American Rights: A Letter of Support")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas speaks out against the actions of the Un-American Activities Committee, stating that their hearings are unjust and violate individual rights. She believes that combating communism should focus on addressing poverty and ignorance, not through hysteria or limiting free speech. Douglas criticizes the Committee for unfairly condemning the motion picture industry and interfering with creative freedom. She argues that the Committee's actions give the impression that communism is stronger than it actually is, and that extreme measures are not necessary to combat it. Douglas concludes by quoting a resolution from the House of Bishops urging caution in fighting communism and protecting freedom of conscience."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0000-Publications-Various%20articles%20written%20by%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action")
![["In the post-World War II political landscape, there are various dynamics at play, including the rise of Senator Richard Nixon and the efforts of Democrats to stage a comeback. Issues such as the Central Valley project and accusations against atomic scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer are also prominent. The Republican Party is seen as more forward-thinking, while the Democrats are advised to focus on unity and positive messaging. Notable victories in primary elections, such as Senator Wayne Morse's win in Oregon, signal potential shifts in political power. Overall, the political climate is characterized by tensions, strategic maneuvering, and the need for parties to adapt to changing circumstances."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Democrats Divided: Warren's Campaign Launch")
![["Several talented and well-informed career women are making a name for themselves on television and radio programs. They include columnist Harriet Van Horne, fashion authority Eleanor Lambert, Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas, newspaper correspondent Bess Furman, ad-lib artist Eloise McElhone, actress Faye Emerson, movie star Laraine Day, light-opera star Kitty Carlisle, and singer and actress Ilona Massey. These women are known for their intelligence, showmanship, and contributions to various programs in the entertainment industry."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0000-Miscellaneous/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Winning the Peace: A Call to Action by Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document represents a map item is an weather (isohyetal) map of the Little River watershed area in Southeast Oklahoma and Southwest Arkansas, which depicts the amount of rainfall from the August 27-29, 1947 storm. Weather map (hydrologic map; diazotype, blueline print); 11 1/16 x 17 3/4 inches; Plate 1."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_222_thumbnail.jpg "Storm of August 27-29, 1947, Little River and Tributaries")
![["The document represents a plan item is a weather (isohyetal) map of the Little River watershed area in Southeast Oklahoma and Southwest Arkansas, which depicts the amount of rainfall from the May 12, 1947 storm. This item was To accompany report dated June 9, 1947. Isolines of weather map were drawn in red pencil over a map titled: Plan of Proposed Flood Control, Little River and Tributaries. Weather map (hydrologic map; diazotype, blueline print); 10 15/16 x 17 11/16 inches."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_224_thumbnail.jpg "Storm of May 12, 1947, Little River and Tributaries")
![["The document represents a map item is watershed map of the Little River watershed area in Southeast Oklahoma and Southwest Arkansas, which depicts the areas flooded on August 27-29, 1947 from a storm. Watershed map (hydrologic map; diazotype, blueline print); 10 15/16 x 18 3/16 inches; Plate 2."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_223_thumbnail.jpg "Flood of August 27-29, 1947, Little River and Tributaries")
![["The document represents a map item is a watershed map of the Little River watershed area in Southeast Oklahoma and Southwest Arkansas, which authorized and alternately proposed reservoirs to assist in flood control. This item was To accompany report dated March 26, 1947. Watershed map (hydrologic map; diazotype, blueline print); 11 1/8 x 17 12/16 inches."]](https://jones-2.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Robert%20S.%20Kerr%20Collection,%201871-1970%2FMaps,%201889-1962-CAC_CC_031_14_0000_0000_0000%2FThumbnails%2FCAC_CC_031_14_0000_7_225_thumbnail.jpg "Plan of Proposed Flood Control, Little River and Tributaries")