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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the Service Life Insurance Bill: A Letter to George Schwabe, M.C. from the American War Dads
- Date:
- 1946-07-05
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Re-Enacting OPA Law
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter Urging Against Revival of OPA Bill and Support for US World Authority
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_27_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate Over O.P.A. Extension
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the Resurrection of the O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Resurrection: Correspondence on O.P.A. Abolition
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0027
- 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. Resurrection: Correspondence Between George Schwabe and T.H. Harman
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Rigid Rent Control Legislation for Veterans
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Perspectives on Price Control: Correspondence Between Constituents and Congressman
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of O.P.A. on the Middle Class: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["A letter from the President of the American War Dads, A.C. Futural, was sent to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging his support for the Service Life Insurance Bill recently passed by the House. Congressman Schwabe expressed his ongoing support for the organization and servicemen, stating that he will do what he can to fulfill their wishes. The document also included a quote from General MacArthur emphasizing the importance of taking care of returning servicemen."]](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_50_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_50_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the Service Life Insurance Bill: A Letter to George Schwabe, M.C. from the American War Dads")
![["James D. Francis, President of Island Creek Coal Company, writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing his opposition to the re-enactment of an OPA law. He believes that an open market for 60 days will show that prices and production can adjust themselves without government intervention, and that a revived OPA will only perpetuate scarcity, black markets, and empty shelves. He urges Congress to let OPA stay dead."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Re-Enacting OPA Law")
![["In a letter to Honorable Geo. Schwabe, Cecil T. Hardeman expresses his opposition to the revival of the OPA Bill, stating that it will lead to black markets. He also argues against rent control limitations and cautions against sharing atomic research information with Russia. Hardeman advocates for the US asserting itself as a world authority and suggests providing loans to Britain with trade understandings. He emphasizes the importance of winning the peace as well as the war and urges Congress to support Senator Byrnes. Hardeman concludes by emphasizing the need for the US to focus on correcting internal affairs to prevent future wars."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Urging Against Revival of OPA Bill and Support for US World Authority")
![["The first text is a letter from George B. Schwabe expressing his disapproval of the proposed extension of the O.P.A (Office of Price Administration) and criticizing it as obnoxious and un-American. He believes that those in favor of the O.P.A have personal or selfish motives, such as benefiting from the black market or being on the O.P.A salary roll. The second text is a response from Dan W. James, who disagrees with Schwabe and believes that businesses can be trusted to be fair and should be given a trial without price controls."]](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_27_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_27_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Debate Over O.P.A. Extension")
![["In a letter dated July 9, 1946, George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, acknowledges receipt of a letter from R.S. Shade expressing opposition to the resurrection of the O.P.A. Schwabe states that he has consistently opposed the O.P.A. and has voted to abolish it whenever possible. He thanks Shade for their support and promises to continue fighting against the O.P.A. Shade, in a letter dated July 6, 1946, expresses strong support for Schwabe's position and believes that removing controls and allowing the law of supply and demand to work will improve matters."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the Resurrection of the O.P.A.")
![["Mr. Hissom expresses his opposition to the revival of the O.P.A. to Congressman Schwabe, who reassures him of his consistent opposition to the bureau and commitment to voting against its revival. Schwabe acknowledges the support from people like Hissom in the fight against O.P.A. and promises to continue opposing it."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Resurrection: Correspondence on O.P.A. Abolition")
![["The document from Mr. Schwabe expresses his agreement with Mr. Harman's views against the O.P.A and its revival. He mentions that he has consistently voted against the extension or revival of the O.P.A and hopes to continue doing so. Mr. Harman's letter to Mr. Schwabe expresses relief that the O.P.A has died a natural death and urges Mr. Schwabe to use his influence to vote against any revision of the O.P.A bill. He states that most people in their area are happy that the O.P.A is dead and are refusing to support businesses that have increased their prices. Mr. Harman encourages Mr. Schwabe to prevent the revival of the O.P.A."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A. Resurrection: Correspondence Between George Schwabe and T.H. Harman")
![["Mr. A. L. Walker of Miami, Oklahoma sent a telegram to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting rigid rent control for the benefit of veterans. Schwabe acknowledged the request and explained the legislative process regarding rent control and the O.P.A. He mentioned his sympathy towards veterans due to his family members being veterans, and thanked Walker for his input."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Rigid Rent Control Legislation for Veterans")
![["The first letter is from Congressman George B. Schwabe, stating that he has received many letters and telegrams from constituents opposed to the revival of price controls, particularly rent controls. He notes that bureaucratic control is difficult to eliminate and that lobbying efforts are being made to maintain controls. The second letter is from a constituent, James I. Monroe, expressing concern over rising prices since the expiration of price and rent controls and requesting the extension of controls for another year."]](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_33_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Perspectives on Price Control: Correspondence Between Constituents and Congressman")
![["The document from M.J. Devine to George Schwabe expresses concern about the potential revival of the O.P.A. and the impact it would have on the middle and working class people. Devine believes that the O.P.A. is necessary to control prices and prevent inflation, as the cost of living has increased significantly since its fall. Devine urges Schwabe to consider the welfare of the working class in making decisions about the future of the United States."]](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_33_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of O.P.A. on the Middle Class: A Call for Action")