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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and W. W. Wolfe
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Reducing Bureaucracy and Appropriations: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to O.P.A.: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Marvin T. Johnson
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to O.P.A.: A Congressional Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Update on H.R. 5924: A Letter from Congressman Schwabe to The Reinhart & Donovan Company
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Spanish American War Veterans' Pension Reduction
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to Senator Elmer H. Thomas: Concerns and Recommendations Regarding Post-War Taxation and Government Spending
- Date:
- 1946-05-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Progress in Rural Electrification Administration Projects in Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Electric power production
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Labor Racketeering: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Plight of the Aged: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, thanking W. W. Wolfe for his support in limiting the powers of the Office of Price Administration (OPA). Wolfe had written to his senators expressing his opposition to the OPA, citing examples of how it has led to price increases and black markets. Wolfe believes that the OPA should be abolished in order to allow the free market to function more effectively."]](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_22_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and W. W. Wolfe")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, responding to a letter from constituents urging him to free industry and agriculture from wartime restraints, abolish the Office of Price Administration, and reduce departmental appropriations to cut down on overstaffed personnel. Schwabe expresses his opposition to the Office of Price Administration and bureaucracy in general, stating that planned economy cannot work successfully under a system of free enterprise. He appreciates the views of his constituents and thanks them for their 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_23_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Reducing Bureaucracy and Appropriations: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses the writer's opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and their reasons for believing it to be harmful to the country. The writer expresses frustration with bureaucracy and the lack of control over government agencies. They also mention the negative impact of O.P.A. on prices of goods and the economy. The writer receives support from an attorney and encourages them to continue fighting against the O.P.A. despite opposition."]](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_23_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Marvin T. Johnson")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. Lauer expressing opposition to the O.P.A. and bureaucracy in general. The author believes that government agencies like the O.P.A. are un-American and do not follow the will of Congress or the people. The author also believes that planned economy cannot work successfully under a system of free enterprise. Mrs. Lauer also expresses her opposition to O.P.A. and hopes for its elimination or restriction."]](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_23_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: A Congressional Perspective")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George Schwabe to Mr. M. J. Reinhart regarding H.R. 5924, a bill related to reorganized railroads. Schwabe reports that the bill was favorably reported by the Committee on April 2nd but no further action has been taken. Reinhart expresses concern about the potential impact on his stock investments in railroad companies if the bill does not pass. He urges Schwabe to expedite the passage of the bill to protect stockholders in defaulted railroads."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Update on H.R. 5924: A Letter from Congressman Schwabe to The Reinhart & Donovan Company")
![["Mrs. Wiley Smith is writing to Honorable George B. Schwabe to request that a bill be drawn up to reimburse Spanish American War Veterans for the money that was cut from their pensions due to the Economy Act. She believes that the bill would pass in Congress and hopes that Schwabe will consider helping them. Schwabe responds by explaining that it is unlikely for such a bill to pass as long as the current administration is in control."]](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_7_21_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Spanish American War Veterans' Pension Reduction")
![["The author, a business owner, expresses concern about the direction of government policy, particularly regarding taxes. They believe that high taxes are stifling business growth and individual prosperity. They urge Congress to repeal excessive taxes, restore constitutional balance, and promote laws that encourage business expansion and job creation. They also warn against the dangers of unchecked government spending and the long-term effects of oppressive taxation on individual freedom and national prosperity."]](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_7_8_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0025_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to Senator Elmer H. Thomas: Concerns and Recommendations Regarding Post-War Taxation and Government Spending")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, responding to a letter from G. C. McBroom regarding Rural Electrification Administration projects in their area. Schwabe mentions that funding has been approved for extensions and that he is actively working to help local cooperatives in his district obtain REA service. He also shares his own experience with trying to get REA service for his farms. Schwabe expresses hope that service will be extended to McBroom's neighborhood soon."]](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_3_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Progress in Rural Electrification Administration Projects in Oklahoma")
![["The document is a letter from the Chamber of Commerce in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the coal mine strike and labor racketeering. The Chamber suggests amending the Case Bill to prevent labor unions from collecting contributions and royalties, in order to facilitate wage negotiations and bring peace to the coal industry. Congressman Schwabe expresses his support for the public and commitment to stopping labor racketeering."]](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_71_0000-Labor,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Labor Racketeering: A Call to Action")
![["Dr. A. William Green writes to George B. Schwabe expressing concern for the plight of the aged people in Oklahoma due to high living costs. He urges Schwabe to take action to provide better support for the elderly population and highlights the importance of addressing their needs. Green also mentions that other congressmen have spoken about the issue and asks for Schwabe's stance on the matter."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The Plight of the Aged: A Call for Action")