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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_11_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Committee Hearing on HR 2071: Importance of Attendance
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Military Training for 18-Year-Olds: A Response from Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Military Training: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Training Before Combat: A Plea from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Voicing Protests: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_9_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting H.R. 2071: A Thank You Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_15_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on Federal Works Agency Aid for Oklahoma Municipalities
- Date:
- 1945-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe Advocating for Better Compensation for Government Employees
- Date:
- 1945-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting Railway Retirement and Unemployment Insurance Act: A Request from the Order of Railway Conductors
- Date:
- 1945-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Better Deals for 18-Year-Old Boys: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-03-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mr. Elmer Gustafson received a telegram urging his attendance at a House Committee hearing on HR 2071. He responds, assuring his attendance and willingness to support the bill with recommended amendments. He expresses his commitment to furthering the interests of the group and asks for suggestions regarding the company's service."]](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_11_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_11_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Committee Hearing on HR 2071: Importance of Attendance")
![["Mrs. Neuffer sent a telegram to Congressman Schwabe urging him to use his influence to ensure that 18-year-old inductees receive at least one year of training before being put into combat service. Congressman Schwabe acknowledges the telegram and explains that he has been protesting the War Department's actions, but feels limited in his ability to change policy. He expresses empathy for the parents of these young soldiers, as he has four sons in the service himself. Schwabe promises to continue voicing his protest and offers his assistance to Mrs. Neuffer and the Central PTA."]](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_42_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Military Training for 18-Year-Olds: A Response from Representative Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Charles A. Gibbs wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expressing concern about the lack of training for 18-year-old boys before they are put into combat service. Congressman Schwabe agrees with her and mentions his own son who was sent overseas without much training. He is actively protesting against the military's policies and plans to include information in the Congressional Record. He asks Mrs. Gibbs to contact him if she needs assistance and sends his best wishes to her family."]](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_42_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Military Training: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["Mr. B. F. Carnahan, representing the Parent-Teachers Association of Central High School, sent a telegram to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting that efforts be made to ensure that young boys are given one year of training before being sent into combat. Schwabe, who has children who graduated from Central High and have served in the military, agrees with the sentiment and is planning to address the issue in Congress. He expresses his sympathy for parents of young soldiers and promises to use his power to address the situation. Schwabe appreciates the telegram and offers his assistance to Carnahan."]](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_42_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Training Before Combat: A Plea from George B. Schwabe")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe responds to a telegram from Mr. and Mrs. Garrett regarding their concerns about 18-year-old boys being placed in combat service with only 13-17 weeks of training. Schwabe expresses his opposition to this policy and mentions that he will continue to voice his protests. He also shares that his own son is in the army and that he sympathizes with all parents with sons in the conflict. Schwabe assures the Garretts that he will insert a well-written letter on the subject in the Congressional Record."]](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_42_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Voicing Protests: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Kathryn Klemme sent a telegram to George B. Schwabe requesting his support for H. R. 2071. Schwabe acknowledges receipt of the telegram and states that he is familiar with the bill and will appear before the Committee in support of the measure. He mentions that he has received numerous requests to appear before the Committee and that his position is understood by the boys in service in Tulsa. Schwabe appreciates the telegram from Klemme and offers his assistance in the future."]](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_9_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_9_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting H.R. 2071: A Thank You Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a communication from Mayor Nelson regarding the War Mobilization and Reconversion Act. Procedures for municipalities in Oklahoma to obtain aid are still being formulated. The Division Engineer in charge of handling applications for the region including Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma is Mr. James Bradner. The Federal Works Agency will not announce procedures until funds are appropriated. Congressman Schwabe will keep Mayor Nelson informed of any progress on the matter. A previous letter from Mayor Nelson to Congressman Schwabe requesting information on the Federal Works Agency is also mentioned."]](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_15_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_15_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_15_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Update on Federal Works Agency Aid for Oklahoma Municipalities")
![["The author, Merle J. Soule, is writing to Representative George B. Schwabe to express support for a bill aimed at improving the salaries of government employees. The author highlights the lower salary scale of government employees compared to those in private industries and urges the representative to seriously consider the provisions of the bill (H. R. 2497; S. 595)."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe Advocating for Better Compensation for Government Employees")
![["The document is a correspondence between B. B. Spears, Chairman of the Legislative Board of the Order of Railway Conductors, and A.L. Warren, Secretary to Congressman George B. Schwabe. Spears is requesting support for Senate Bill 293 and H. R. 1316, amendments to the Railway Retirement and Unemployment Insurance Act and Carrier Taxing Act, which he believes will be beneficial for postwar programs. Warren acknowledges the letter and assures that it will be directed to Congressman Schwabe upon his return to Washington."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting Railway Retirement and Unemployment Insurance Act: A Request from the Order of Railway Conductors")
![["Mrs. Lally wrote a postal card to George B. Schwabe on March 26, 1945, requesting a better deal for 18-year-old boys. Schwabe acknowledges receipt of the card and informs her that he is working to correct the situation. He also sends her a copy of the Congressional Record from March 27, 1945. Schwabe encourages Lally to continue writing to him on this or any other subjects of interest."]](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_42_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Better Deals for 18-Year-Old Boys: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")