Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Resolution Against Inter-American Indian Institute 1940-11-29 1940-11-29 Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 76th (1939-1941) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 5, Folder 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0006 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862320 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/CAC_CC_047_1_5_40_0006.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Equal Retirement Benefits for Enlisted Personnel of the Regular Army 1945-09-14 1945-09-14 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 6, Folder 40, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_40_0006 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_40_0000-Schwabe%20Bills,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_40_0006_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872980 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_40_0000-Schwabe%20Bills,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_6_40_0006.pdf correspondence Armed Forces and National Security; Banks and banking--United States Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 3 Pages The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Schwabe of Oklahoma on September 14, 1945. The bill aims to extend retirement benefits to enlisted personnel of the Regular Army that are equal to those of the Navy and Marine Corps. It outlines the criteria for retirement, calculation of retirement pay, and requirements for active duty and physical examinations. The bill was referred to the Committee on Military Affairs for further consideration. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Recommendation for the Appointment of William C. Lewis as Indian Claims Commission Commissioner 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 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 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_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_55_0000-Indian%20Claims%20Commission,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0009_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862475 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/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0009.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims; Land use--Planning Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Chickasaw Nation 4 Pages 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Inquiry Regarding Proposed Bill for Indian Competency Certification 1946-01-01 1946-01-01 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 55, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862478 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/CAC_CC_047_1_5_55_0012.pdf correspondence Native Americans Indians of North America--Claims Creek Nation; Miami Tribe of Oklahoma; Cherokee Nation; Osage Tribe, Oklahoma; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 1 Page 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. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Future of Indian Affairs: A Call for Change 1946-02-27 1946-02-27 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 54, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002 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 https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/862458 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/CAC_CC_047_1_5_54_0002.pdf correspondence Native Americans Land use--Planning; Indians of North America--Claims Chickasaw Nation; Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma 4 Pages 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. Text