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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Against Inter-American Indian Institute
- Date:
- 1940-11-29
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 76th (1939-1941)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Recommendation for the Appointment of William C. Lewis as Indian Claims Commission Commissioner
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Chickasaw Nation
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Creek Nation, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation, Osage Tribe, Oklahoma, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the American Indian Federation, expressing his lack of knowledge about a resolution regarding the Inter-American Indian Institute. The resolution opposes the influence of John Collier, the late Commissioner of Indian Affairs, and the use of federal funds for the National Indian Institute. The resolution calls for copies to be sent to various government officials and the press."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Against Inter-American Indian Institute")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, writes to President Harry S. Truman in support of William C. Lewis, a Chickasaw Indian, for appointment as a commissioner under the Indian Claims Commission Bill. Schwabe highlights Lewis' qualifications, including his legal background, public service, and military experience. Lewis is described as a well-qualified candidate with a strong background in Indian affairs and legal expertise."]](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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Recommendation for the Appointment of William C. Lewis as Indian Claims Commission Commissioner")
![["The author, F. W. Files, is writing to Honorable Geo. B. Schwabe in Washington, D.C. to inquire about a proposed bill to create a Commission to investigate individual Indians for granting them a certificate of competency. Files expresses support for the idea and asks for more information on the bill."]](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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification")
![["The document discusses the Indian Claims bill and the need for a fair way to handle Indian claims. The writer, George B. Schwabe, expresses support for a tribunal to hear and pass upon claims, as endorsed by both major political parties. He acknowledges the challenges in determining which Indians or tribes are entitled to the money and seeks input on alternative solutions. Schwabe emphasizes the importance of fair dealing between the Indians and the United States and the need to prevent grafting by unscrupulous lawyers and promoters."]](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_54_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change")
