Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Request for Amendment to Federal Tax Act for Armed Forces Compensation 1945-01-18 1945-01-18 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 6, 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_6_54_0017 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_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0017_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/873216 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_54_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_6_54_0017.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 7 Pages The document is from the American War Dads of Shidler Chapter #56 in Oklahoma, requesting an amendment to the Federal Income Tax Act of 1944 to exempt men and women in the armed forces from income tax. They believe that these individuals are making significant sacrifices and should not be burdened with income tax when they return home. They are seeking the cooperation of Congressmen and Senators from Oklahoma to support this amendment. Another letter is included from a parent expressing concerns about the lack of opportunities for servicemen to continue their education after the war. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Response to Lack of Training for 17 and 18 Year Old Boys in the Military 1945-03-01 1945-03-01 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 6, Folder 42, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0015 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_0015_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872999 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/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0015.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 9 Pages The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, to attorney George B. Smith discussing the training and deployment of 17 and 18-year-old boys in the military. The War Department's policy prioritizes older men for combat roles due to the need for infantry replacements. Schwabe expresses disagreement with this policy and shares a letter from the House Committee on Military Affairs explaining the reasoning behind it. The document provides details on the military's training and deployment strategies for young recruits. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Opposition to the Voorhees Bill: Correspondence with Congressman Schwabe 1945-03-03 1945-03-03 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 5, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0013 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_5_0000-Patents,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0013_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872017 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_5_0000-Patents,%201944-1945/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0013.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 4 Pages The document consists of a series of letters discussing the Voorhees Bill (H.R. 97) which is being debated in Congress. The bill is opposed by various individuals, including Congressman George B. Schwabe, due to its provisions that would give the government power to intervene in private patent suits, mandate compulsory licensing of patents, and allow for the cancellation of patents. The documents express concerns about the potential negative impact of the bill on property rights, innovation, and research. Schwabe reassures constituents that he and his committee are not in favor of the bill and will carefully consider all aspects before making a decision. The documents highlight the importance of constituent feedback in informing legislative decisions. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Opposition to Compulsory Military Training 1945-03-14 1945-03-14 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 6, Folder 42, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0007 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_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872991 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/CAC_CC_047_1_6_42_0007.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 3 Pages The document is from George B. Schwabe, a representative in Washington, responding to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Collins' protest against compulsory military training for young people. Schwabe agrees with their views and expresses his intention to defend the lads and prevent them from being herded into the Army. The Collins express their concerns about losing their freedoms and advocate for alternative forms of military training, such as ROTC courses in high schools and colleges. They also request Schwabe's assurance that he will prevent the bill from passing quickly without thorough study. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Protecting Religious Rights: A Plea to Representative Schwabe Regarding Bill H.R. 2403 1945-03-22 1945-03-22 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 6, Folder 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0001 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_7_0000-Peyote,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0001_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872040 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_7_0000-Peyote,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0001.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 4 Pages Mr. Allen P. Dale wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe regarding Bill H.R. 2403, which restricts the use of the Peyote religion among Native Americans. Dale, a full-blood Omaha Indian, argues that Peyote has been used for worship by Indigenous peoples long before the arrival of white settlers. He emphasizes the importance of religious freedom and requests that the bill be quashed to protect the rights of Native Americans who use Peyote as a sacrament. Dale also mentions the sacrifices made by Indigenous soldiers in wars alongside their non-Indigenous counterparts. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Peyote Predicament: A Letter Exchange 1945-03-28 1945-03-28 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 7, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_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_6_7_0000-Peyote,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0002_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872041 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_7_0000-Peyote,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_6_7_0002.pdf correspondence Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress Quapaw Nation 3 Pages The first letter is from George B. Schwabe to Ben Carpenter discussing the peyote situation and a bill pending in Congress. Schwabe expresses a need to investigate further before making a decision on the matter. The second letter is from a Native American individual requesting help in obtaining peyote for religious purposes, emphasizing the importance of the substance to their culture and community. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Supporting Postal Workers: A Letter from Atlas Life Insurance Company President 1945-04-24 1945-04-24 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 79th (1945-1947) George B. Schwabe Collection CAC_CC_47_1_0000, Box 6, Folder 8, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/37 CAC_CC_047_1_6_8_0014 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_8_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_8_0014_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/872068 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_8_0000-Postal%20Employees,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_6_8_0014.pdf correspondence Families Constituent communication with members of the United States Congress 1 Page The document is written by Harry Hudson to Congressman George Schwabe, urging him to support H.R. 2071 to raise postal carriers' income. Harry also updates George on the situation in Tulsa and mentions attending War Dad meetings. Text