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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Uniform Classification and Class Rates for Railroad Freight Act
- Date:
- 1945-01-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Establishment of Freight Classification and Class Rates in Railroad Transportation Act of 1945
- Date:
- 1945-01-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_3_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Rumors of Agencies Under Commerce Dept: Investigation Results
- Date:
- 1945-03-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inequities in OPA Regulations: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1945-04-26
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_8_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Transportation Crisis Impacts Agricultural Fairs: Office of Defense Transportation Announcement
- Date:
- 1945-04-27
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding OPA MPR 540 Relief for Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Allocation of Lanham Act Funds for Assistance in School Facilities Maintenance and Operation in Pryor, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1945-07-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Community health services--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_63_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence regarding Business Opportunities and Government Interference
- Date:
- 1945-07-21
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- OPA Rent Control: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1945-11-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Public works--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_32_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Restoration of Civil Rights for W. F. Miles: Correspondence and Updates
- Date:
- 1945-12-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947), 78th (1943-1945)
![["The document is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives during the 79th Congress, 1st session, by Mr. Gossett. The bill aims to amend the Interstate Commerce Act to establish a uniform classification and scale of class rates for railroad freight transportation throughout the United States. The bill outlines the procedures for creating and implementing the uniform classification and rates, as well as the Commission's authority in this process. It also specifies that existing commodity rates, exceptions, and special rates will not be affected by the proposed changes."]](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_5_25_0000-Freight%20Rates,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Uniform Classification and Class Rates for Railroad Freight Act")
![["The document is a bill introduced in the 79th Congress requiring the establishment of a classification of freight and a scale of class rates for transportation of property by railroad in the United States. The bill aims to prevent discrimination among regions or territories and declares it necessary in the public interest. It amends the Interstate Commerce Act to include these 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_5_25_0000-Freight%20Rates,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_25_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Establishment of Freight Classification and Class Rates in Railroad Transportation Act of 1945")
![["The document consists of a series of letters between Mr. K. S. Adams, President of Phillips Petroleum Company, and Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding rumors of plans to transfer certain independent agencies of Congress to the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Commerce. Congressman Schwabe investigated the rumors and found them to be unfounded, reassuring Mr. Adams in a letter. The documents express concern over the potential implications of such a transfer and the importance of keeping the independent agencies separate."]](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_3_0000-Commerce,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_3_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Rumors of Agencies Under Commerce Dept: Investigation Results")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, is writing to Bernard Goodkind, Chief Counsel of the Distribution Price Branch of the Office of Price Administration, to address concerns about discrepancies and discriminations in OPA regulations regarding mark-downs and close-out sales of ladies' apparel. Schwabe is requesting immediate and thorough attention to the issue and a suitable regulation to remedy the difficulty. He highlights specific examples of how the current regulations are causing financial loss and embarrassment to merchants. Schwabe also points out inconsistencies in the regulations for men's and women's clothing, urging for a fair and reasonable approach to setting ceiling prices."]](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_48_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Inequities in OPA Regulations: A Call for Action")
![["The Office of Defense Transportation has advised against holding agricultural fairs in the near future due to anticipated transportation shortages following V-E Day. They recommend that only local county fairs proceed with caution, as state and regional fairs may not be feasible."]](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_8_0000-Defense%20Transportation,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_8_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Transportation Crisis Impacts Agricultural Fairs: Office of Defense Transportation Announcement")
![["George B. Schwabe, M.C. received a telegram from the Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association regarding OPA MPR 540. He forwarded the telegram to the Office of Price Administration for consideration and requested prompt relief for the situation. Schwabe also sent a letter to Zenas Le Potter at the Office of Price Administration, enclosing the telegram and asking for prompt consideration and relief."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding OPA MPR 540 Relief for Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association")
![["The document is a letter from the Office of the Administrator of the United States Federal Works Agency regarding the approval of Lanham Act funds for a project in Pryor, Oklahoma for assistance in the maintenance and operation of school facilities. The recipient, Honorable George B. Schwabe, is informed of the approval and encouraged to contact the Bureau of Community Facilities for further information. The document is signed by Major General Philip B. Fleming."]](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_17_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201945/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_17_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Allocation of Lanham Act Funds for Assistance in School Facilities Maintenance and Operation in Pryor, Oklahoma")
![["The document is a response from George B. Schwabe to Sidney A. Shook, in which Schwabe expresses his doubts about being able to help Shook due to his efforts to reduce governmental interference in business operations. He mentions recommending Shook for a position at a drugstore in Hominy and for handling surplus property equipment, but expresses frustration at the preference for political connections over qualifications. Schwabe offers to continue to support Shook if needed. Shook had previously informed Schwabe of his plans to purchase a motor company in Pawhuska and his interest in selling surplus equipment for the RFC."]](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_63_0000-Reconstruction%20Finance%20Corporation,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_63_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence regarding Business Opportunities and Government Interference")
![["The document is from George R. Cookerly to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expressing dissatisfaction with the OPA rent control regulations. Cookerly believes the OPA should be abolished or amended to be more fair and reasonable. He requests Schwabe to take action on this issue and suggests reading certain paragraphs for more information. The document also mentions a petition approved by the Tulsa Property Owners association asking for relief from OPA regulations and requesting rent ceiling increases. Schwabe is urged to take steps to remove the regulation giving tenants perpetual leases, which often lead to property damage. The document emphasizes the need for fair treatment for both landlords and tenants and additional rents to cover maintenance costs. Additionally, the letter mentions the unexpected death of George W. Way, a steel firm manager and civic leader."]](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_61_0000-Price%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_61_0007_thumbnail.jpg "OPA Rent Control: A Call for Action")
![["This text is a series of letters regarding the case of W. F. Miles and his petition for pardon to restore his civil rights. Congressman George B. Schwabe is involved in the process and is working to assist Miles in his case. The Department of Justice has reviewed the case and determined that they would not present the petition for clemency to the President. Congressman Schwabe is keeping Miles informed of the developments in his case."]](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_32_0000-Justice,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_32_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Restoration of Civil Rights for W. F. Miles: Correspondence and Updates")
