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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- OPA Regulations Threaten Small Business: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1945-06-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Inquiry Regarding Income Tax Ruling 3712 for Livestock Breeders
- Date:
- 1945-06-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Support for Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Tax Agent Position
- Date:
- 1945-06-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation--Law and legislation--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Job Application Assistance for Mr. Sam Cooper
- Date:
- 1945-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Pawnee Indian Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Letter Regarding Controversial F.E.P.C. Bill from J.E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-06-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence Regarding Controversial Legislation: Fair Employment Practice Act and Social Security Tax Increase
- Date:
- 1945-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Confusion Over OPA Price Stand: Petroleum Producers Speak Out
- Date:
- 1945-06-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Fair Profit Margins in the Meat Industry: The Barkley Amendment to the Price Control Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and John W. Sager Regarding the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document discusses the closure of a large shoe factory due to financial losses and government regulations, particularly the Office of Price Administration (OPA). The closure is seen as detrimental to small businesses and the economy, with concerns raised about the impact of OPA regulations on wholesalers and the ability of individuals to start and grow businesses. The document calls for Congress to take action to prevent OPA from becoming a permanent detriment to American businesses and initiative."]](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_49_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0008_thumbnail.jpg "OPA Regulations Threaten Small Business: A Call to Action")
![["Roy Pauli, an auctioneer from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding a recent ruling by the Internal Revenue Department that affects income tax for livestock breeders. Pauli expressed concerns that the ruling could negatively impact breeders who sell a major part of their breeding herds. The Commissioner of Internal Revenue, Joseph D. Nunan, clarified that the ruling only applies to the sale of the products of a breeding herd, not the actual herd itself. Pauli requested that Congress take action to define livestock sales for breeders as capital assets and subject to long-term investment provisions."]](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_31_0000-Internal%20Revenue,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Inquiry Regarding Income Tax Ruling 3712 for Livestock Breeders")
![["Miss Marie M. Mott wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging his support for the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Act. Congressman Schwabe responded that the bill was under consideration in the House and that he believed most Members were inclined to support it. He mentioned that there may be some minor amendments needed to simplify the provisions. Miss Mott expressed dissatisfaction with long hours, low salaries, and difficulty in meeting the cost of living for federal employees."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Support for Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Act")
![["Bruce R. Sexton wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, asking for help in obtaining a position as a Tax Agent with the Treasury Department. Schwabe contacted the Internal Revenue people on Sexton's behalf and provided information about the application process for the position. However, Schwabe expressed concerns about whether the job qualifications aligned with Sexton's skills and also mentioned Sexton's passion for fox hunting. Additionally, Secretary Morgenthau announced a need for 5,000 more Treasury agents to address cases of tax evasion, citing a specific case of a restaurant owner in New York City."]](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_31_0000-Internal%20Revenue,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Tax Agent Position")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a note from Miss Grace informing him that Mr. Sam Cooper, a friend of Mr. Kimmel, is interested in applying for a job with the Internal Revenue Department. Mr. Schwabe is sending two circulars and blank applications for Mr. Cooper to fill out. He offers to help further if needed."]](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_31_0000-Internal%20Revenue,%201945-1946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_31_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Job Application Assistance for Mr. Sam Cooper")
![["The document is a letter from John E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe discussing the F. E. P. C. Bill, which Rankin believes is dangerous and communistic. He argues that the bill would lead to totalitarianism, harm small businesses, and create race tension. Rankin urges Schwabe to oppose the bill and provides a list of personnel involved in the organization behind it. He emphasizes the importance of protecting the country from the negative consequences of the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_13_0014_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Letter Regarding Controversial F.E.P.C. Bill from J.E. Rankin to George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses two bills before Congress - the Fair Employment Practice Act and the Social Security legislation. The writer opposes the Fair Employment Practice Act, criticizing it as socialistic and communistic. They express concerns about the potential consequences of increasing the Social Security tax, particularly in terms of the fund being invested in government bonds. The writer appreciates receiving feedback from constituents and values their input on pending issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Fair%20Employment%20Practices,%201945-CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_12_0005_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence Regarding Controversial Legislation: Fair Employment Practice Act and Social Security Tax Increase")
![["The Independent Petroleum Association of America is confused about the OPA's stance on crude oil prices, as OPA representatives have failed to address accounting charges. The association claims that the OPA's cost survey does not align with industry recommendations, and that the OPA is not using cost information obtained from the industry. The House Small Business Committee is studying the issue and expected to make recommendations 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_6_22_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Confusion Over OPA Price Stand: Petroleum Producers Speak Out")
![["The document is a letter from Wilbur La Roe, Jr., the General Counsel of The National Independent Meat Packers Association, to the Honorable George B. Schwabe explaining the Barkley amendment to the Price Control Act in relation to the meat price problem. The main points of the letter include the need for a fair profit margin for processing each species of livestock, the differences in opinion between the meat packers and OPA, and the importance of having this requirement written into law rather than relying on personal promises. The document urges support for the Barkley amendment as it strengthens price 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_3_49_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Fair Profit Margins in the Meat Industry: The Barkley Amendment to the Price Control Act")
![["John W Sager, a Federal employee from Bixby, Oklahoma, wrote to Honorable George B. Schwabe urging his support for the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill. Schwabe responded, stating that the bill had already passed in the House and he supported it. He believed that the Senate may have a different approach, but was confident that a measure benefiting Federal employees would be adopted."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/Federal%20Employees,%201945-1946-CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0000/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and John W. Sager Regarding the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill")