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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Statement of Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee Against Discrimination
- Date:
- 1945-08-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor and Employment
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Tire Relief in Osage County
- Date:
- 1945-08-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_52_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Urging Action on Meat Quota Dispute in Vinita, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- National Livestock Producers Association's Appeal to Congress for Industry Relief
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_3_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Emergency Aid for Church Colleges: Letter from Mrs. L.R. Semones to Honorable George B. Schwabe, M.C., and His Response
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Proposed Gratuities for War Workers
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Exchange between Congressman Schwabe and Professor Blair Regarding the Full-Employment Bill: A Historical Document from 1945
- Date:
- 1945-08-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Ongoing Battle with OPA Regulations
- Date:
- 1945-08-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Disregarding British Diplomacy: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1945-08-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Legislation for Depletion Allowance in Fluorspar Production
- Date:
- 1945-08-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The members of the Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee are opposed to any concessions to labor or industry that are not also given to agriculture. They are against discrimination based on labor organization membership and believe that any legislation should be subject to proper court review."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_78_0006.jpg "Statement of Oklahoma State Grange Executive Committee Against Discrimination")
![["Mr. Ralph E. Barton wrote to Congressman George Schwabe about the urgent need for tires in Osage County, Oklahoma, due to the high demand exceeding the quota. Congressman Schwabe attempted to get relief but was unable to due to the confusion after the end of the war. Barton updated Schwabe on the situation and requested assistance in persuading authorities to release tires for civilian use. Schwabe expressed willingness to assist and asked for updates on the situation."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0005.jpg "Request for Tire Relief in Osage County")
![["The document is a series of telegrams regarding a request to raise the beef quota for a slaughterer in Vinita, Oklahoma, due to a shortage of meat in the area. The sender is asking for immediate action to rectify the situation and is seeking cooperation from OPA district offices."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_52_0004.jpg "Telegram Urging Action on Meat Quota Dispute in Vinita, Oklahoma")
![["The National Livestock Producers Association is reaching out to United States Senators and Congressmen to ask for assistance in freeing the live stock and meat industry from subsidy and price restrictions. They have sent a statement to the Secretary of Agriculture and the Administrator of the Office of Price Administration, and are asking for support in placing the industry on a sound basis during the economic conditions of the country. They list various member agencies and subsidiaries in different states."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0010.jpg "National Livestock Producers Association's Appeal to Congress for Industry Relief")
![["Mrs. L.R. Semones wrote to Honorable George B. Schwabe expressing disapproval of H.R. 3116, which provides emergency aid for church colleges, citing concerns about Catholic influence and the principle of separation of church and state. Schwabe responded, acknowledging her views and promising to consider them when the legislation is brought to the floor. The Oklahoma Council of Churches and Christian Education is actively involved in promoting religious education and organizing events such as conventions and youth councils."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_3_0006.jpg "Correspondence regarding Emergency Aid for Church Colleges: Letter from Mrs. L.R. Semones to Honorable George B. Schwabe, M.C., and His Response")
![["The document acknowledges receipt of a letter regarding a proposed plan to pay war workers a gratuity of $25 per week for six months. The Congressman's views on the subject align with the sender's opposition to the plan, as expressed in their letter. The sender believes it is unfair for tax payers to shoulder the burden of paying war workers who may have already made significant amounts of money during their work. The document assures the sender that the Congressman will take their views into consideration and opposes the proposed plan."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0015.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Proposed Gratuities for War Workers")
![["The document consists of a telegram exchange between George B. Schwabe and Morris M. Blair regarding the use of Blair's letter in the Congressional Record. It also includes a letter from Blair urging Schwabe to oppose the \"Full-Employment Bill\" due to concerns about deficit spending and government intervention in employment. Schwabe's secretary acknowledges receipt of Blair's letter and expresses confidence in Schwabe's alignment with Blair's views."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0010.jpg "Telegram Exchange between Congressman Schwabe and Professor Blair Regarding the Full-Employment Bill: A Historical Document from 1945")
![["Mr. A. K. Dawson wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concerns about OPA regulations on produce prices. Schwabe criticized OPA's actions, accusing them of evading responsibility and not effectively controlling prices. Schwabe sent a letter to OPA questioning their policies, and OPA responded, stating that they had suspended price control on potatoes and oranges. Dawson Produce Company also expressed frustration with OPA regulations on fruits and vegetables, highlighting the inefficiency and unnecessary regulations in place. Congressman Schwabe and the company sought clarification and changes to OPA policies to benefit consumers."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0016.jpg "The Ongoing Battle with OPA Regulations")
![["Mrs. Ben Heffner wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe expressing her disagreement with British attempts to have a capitalistic country finance their socialistic endeavors. Schwabe agrees with her sentiments and assures her that he will not easily be swayed by British diplomacy."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_79_0004.jpg "Disregarding British Diplomacy: A Letter Exchange")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a letter from Mr. Davis suggesting a permanent fifteen percent depletion allowance in income tax rates for those producing Fluorspar. Schwabe forwarded the suggestion to his secretary in Washington who is working with the Legislative Counsel to prepare a proposed bill to introduce in Congress. The Legislative Counsel is currently preparing the bill and it will be ready for Schwabe to introduce after Congress reconvenes. Schwabe suggests that Davis or others interested in the production of Fluorspar appear before the committee to offer evidence in support of the proposed measure. Schwabe will keep Davis updated on the progress of the bill."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0002.jpg "Proposed Legislation for Depletion Allowance in Fluorspar Production")