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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal
- Date:
- 1951-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Flood Prevention: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-08-23
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Tuttle Creek Dam: A Plea for Reevaluation
- Date:
- 1951-08-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Names:
- Kaw Nation, Creek Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for a Comprehensive Watershed Program: Letters to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-08-31
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Congratulations: Letter to Honorable George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1951-10-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 82nd (1951-1953)
![["The document expresses opposition to the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other big dams in Kansas, citing concerns about the destruction of fertile valleys and loss of land for taxation. The writer believes in a long-term flood control program and advocates for retention dams instead of big dams. They also argue for cutting nonessential national expenditures and highlight the success of a retention dam in protecting farmers at a lower cost. The writer does not want Tuttle Creek Dam to become a dry dam due to concerns about destruction and lack of soil and water protection."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Big Dams: A Call for Watershed Programs and Retention Dams")
![["The document is a letter and brochure promoting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program, urging citizens to sign a petition appealing to Congress and the President for more funding for agricultural flood control. The program aims to prevent soil erosion and flooding through land treatment and building small detention reservoirs. The document highlights the importance of immediate action to protect the soil and prevent further damage caused by flooding."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Washita Valley Flood Prevention Program")
![["The author opposes the building of Tuttle Creek Dam and other dams in Kansas, arguing that a Complete Watershed Program with retention dams would be more effective in protecting fertile land and preventing soil depletion. They believe that the national budget should be cut and non-essential expenditures on large dams should be eliminated. The author also expresses concern about the increasing population and the power of the corps of engineers, advocating for a more sustainable approach to water management."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_39_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Tuttle Creek Dam and the Watershed Program Proposal")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, thanking Frank Lou Jr. for his letter advocating for flood prevention by stopping water where it falls instead of building large dams. Schwabe agrees with Lou's ideas and believes that this method of flood prevention is more effective and less expensive. He hopes that legislators will consider this approach when voting on flood control measures."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Flood Prevention: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is written by Ralph I Bayle to Representative Schwake concerning the proposed Tuttle Creek dam in Kansas. Bayle argues against the dam, stating that it would take out valuable farmland and would not effectively control floods in the area. He urges for a new flood control program that considers the entire watershed of the Kansas River."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Tuttle Creek Dam: A Plea for Reevaluation")
![["The documents express opposition to the Tuttle Creek Dam project in Kansas and advocate for a comprehensive watershed program for flood control, including soil conservation, retention dams, dikes, and levees. The writers believe that a complete approach to flood control is necessary and criticize the current plan for being inadequate and potentially harmful to the environment and agriculture. They call for a reevaluation of the project and urge Congress to consider alternate plans."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_36_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Support for a Comprehensive Watershed Program: Letters to Representative Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter dated October 19, 1951, from Archibald C. Edwards to Honorable George Schwabe discussing concerns about the Army Engineers and their projects, specifically mentioning the Oolagah Dam and Foss Dam. Edwards praises Schwabe for his clear thinking and courage in addressing these issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/82nd%20Congress,%201951-1953-CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0000-Flood%20Control,%201952/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_3_27_38_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Congratulations: Letter to Honorable George Schwabe")