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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from Mr. H. A. Woodard, Sr.
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Controversial Issues: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0010
- 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 Mrs. Birdie C. Foley and Honorable Geo. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- A Letter of Support: Opposing the OPA
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA and Strikes: Correspondence with Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Energy
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Standing Up for American Values: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Against Reorganization Plan Numbered 1 of May 16, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding the Draft Law: A Plea for Change
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_44_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Gratitude for Assistance: Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Labor Strikes and Racketeers in Government
- Date:
- 1946-05-17
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from Mr. H. A. Woodard, Sr. to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing strong opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and urging for its elimination. Representative Schwabe responds, agreeing with Woodard's views and stating his consistent opposition to the O.P.A. in Congress. Schwabe also includes excerpts from the Congressional Record reflecting his stance against the Bureau."]](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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from Mr. H. A. Woodard, Sr.")
![["Mrs. Salome C. Litmer writes to Honorable George B. Schwabe urging him to vote against various controversial issues including the O.P.A., Federal Education, socialized medicine, price controls, labor racketeers, federal expenditures, and the appointment of another New Dealer to the Supreme Court bench. Schwabe responds, stating his opposition to these issues and expressing his commitment to vote against them. He also mentions his recent appointment to the Appropriations Committee, which will allow him to assert his ideas on reducing federal expenditures. He clarifies that as a member of the House, he does not have a say in the appointment of Supreme Court justices, as that is the role of the Senate. Schwabe assures Litmer that he will work towards opposing these issues to the best of his ability in his position as a member of the House of Representatives."]](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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Controversial Issues: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Birdie C. Foley expresses her opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) in a letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe. She criticizes the impact of rationing on food prices and rents, and calls for the abolishment of the O.P.A. and all unions. She expresses her support for the Republican party and urges for a return to free enterprise. Schwabe responds, thanking her for her input and explaining his stance against the extension of the O.P.A. and his belief in the importance of representing the wishes of constituents."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: Correspondence Between Mrs. Birdie C. Foley and Honorable Geo. Schwabe")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to Mrs. S. C. Holt, thanking her for her support and stating his opposition to the OPA. He explains his voting record on the issue and expresses his commitment to continue opposing the OPA in future votes."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "A Letter of Support: Opposing the OPA")
![["The first text is a response to a letter expressing opposition to the OPA and its extension, with the writer agreeing that the bureau has a devastating effect and should be eliminated. The second text is a letter requesting a law to prevent strikes that disrupt work, expressing support for the OPA to be lifted, and advocating for a controlled loan to England. Both letters show a dislike for government intervention and a desire for economic stability."]](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_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA and Strikes: Correspondence with Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, received a postal card from Mr. R. E. Parsons asking him to vote against a socialistic housing bill and to put a bomb under the OPA. Schwabe responded by saying he had already done both and was willing to do so again, as he believed Parsons was on the right track for doing things in the American way. Schwabe expressed his willingness to use all his energy to carry out Parsons' wishes."]](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_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Standing Up for American Values: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a concurrent resolution submitted by Mr. Pittenger on May 25, 1946, expressing Congress's disapproval of Reorganization Plan Numbered 1 of May 16, 1946, transmitted by the President. It was referred to the Committee on Expenditures in the Executive Departments and later committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union for further consideration."]](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_39_0000-Reorganization%20of%20Congress,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Against Reorganization Plan Numbered 1 of May 16, 1946")
![["Mrs. Bill Ryan writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing her disappointment with the draft law, as her 19-year-old son's college education was interrupted when he was drafted into the Army. She explains that her husband, a G.I. who lost his life in the war, would have wanted their son to continue his education. She requests that Congressman Schwabe take action to allow her son and others in similar situations to return to school and live normal lives. Congressman Schwabe responds sympathetically, expressing his opposition to the draft extension and the taking of boys who have not finished their school courses. He mentions a bill he introduced to prevent such situations and acknowledges the limitations of a minority Member of Congress."]](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_46_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding the Draft Law: A Plea for Change")
![["The document is a letter from Mrs. A. Bowman to Honorable George B. Schwabe, thanking him for his efforts in helping ensure her son on Kwajalein Island receives their letters. Mrs. Bowman expresses gratitude for Schwabe's assistance and acknowledges his availability in times of need."]](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_44_0000-Post%20Office,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_44_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Gratitude for Assistance: Letter to Honorable George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a protest against a strike situation. He agrees with the sender and expresses his support for bills that would curb labor racketeers. He criticizes the New Deal administration for pampering labor racketeers and allowing them to control the government. The sender, an auto dealer and parts distributor, urges Schwabe to take action to stop the damage caused by the strike."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Labor Strikes and Racketeers in Government")