Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Correspondence Regarding the G.I. Bill of Rights between Attorney W.B. Blair and Congressman George B. Schwabe in 1945 1945-01-29 1945-01-29 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 7, Folder 22, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0001 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_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/861072 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_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0001.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation 2 Pages In this exchange of letters, Mr. Blair requests information about the "G. I. Bill of Rights" from Congressman George B. Schwabe. Schwabe promises to send a simplified summary of the act once it is ready for distribution. Blair also congratulates Schwabe on his recent committee assignments. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inquiry Regarding Disposition of Federal Housing at Pryor, Oklahoma 1945-10-02 1945-10-02 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 32, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0003 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0003_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862212 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0003.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation 1 Page The author is inquiring about the disposition of the prefabricated homes built for the Oklahoma Ordnance Works at Pryor, Oklahoma, now that the plant has been declared surplus property. They are interested in purchasing several of these homes and moving them to Tulsa or Bartlesville. They are seeking information on who to contact about the sale of the property and express appreciation for the work of Congressman George B. Schwabe. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Housing Crisis of 1945: A Call for Action 1945-12-07 1945-12-07 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 32, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0008 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0008_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862217 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0008.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation 2 Pages The documents discuss the housing situation in the United States following World War II. Mr. Darnell expresses concern about the lack of housing for returning veterans and the current demand for housing. He suggests that the government should provide housing for veterans or make it easier for private builders to construct homes. Mr. Schwabe agrees that the housing situation is a problem and criticizes the government for sending prefabricated houses overseas instead of addressing the housing shortage domestically. Both men agree that the housing situation is a significant issue that needs to be addressed. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK HH Priority Information for Builders of Houses 1946-01-15 1946-01-15 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 33, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0009 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_33_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862231 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_33_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0009.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation 6 Pages The document contains correspondence between various individuals regarding HH priorities for builders of houses to obtain materials. Congressman George Schwabe and his office obtained information, forms, and directives related to the program for Mr. Morris Schuman. They communicated with the National Housing Agency and promised to send the necessary documents as soon as possible. Other individuals, such as A. L. Warren and James L. Pease, were also involved in providing information and forms to assist with the HH priority program. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns of the Tulsa Rental Property Owners Association 1946-03-25 1946-03-25 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 32, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0010 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0010_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862219 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_32_0000-Housing,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_5_32_0010.pdf correspondence Housing--Law and legislation 6 Pages The document includes a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a letter from the Tulsa Rental Property Owners Association expressing concerns about rent control and government intervention in property ownership. Schwabe expresses his opposition to the New Deal group and their policies, and reassures the association of his support in opposing rent control. Additionally, there is a letter from the association to Paul Porter, the Administrator of OPA, questioning the lack of consideration for landlords in the face of rising costs and requesting relief and control over their properties. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Important Notification Regarding Additional Family Dwelling Units Approved for Tulsa 1946-05-07 1946-05-07 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_3_18_0000, Box, 3, 18, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0013 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_18_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/861692 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_18_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0013.pdf correspondence Labor Unions--United States; Land use--Planning; Housing--Law and legislation Creek Nation 2 Pages The document is a telegram from A.N. Williams, President of Western Union, thanking Honorable George H. Schwabe for his assistance in notifying about the additional 140 family dwelling units assigned to the city of Tulsa. The telegram requests suggestions from patrons regarding the company's service and provides information on the different classes of service offered. A follow-up telegram is sent to Honorable Lee Price, Mayor of Tulsa, informing him about the approval of additional temporary family dwelling units for veterans in Tulsa by the Federal Public Housing Administration. Text