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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter from George B. Schwabe to A. W. Lohman
- Date:
- 1945-10-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Schwabe's Response to Concerns about the Full Employment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-10-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- OPA Community Ceiling Prices for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of Order L-41 on Housing Construction: A Response from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Un-American Practices of the OPA: A Menace to American Life
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Appreciation for Support: Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe from Minerva Oil Company
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- American Principles and Ideals: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing Labor Issues: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_36_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Bill for the Relief of Floyd L. Walker
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1945 Correspondence Regarding Opposition to the Full Employment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-10-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing frustration with the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and its handling of issues. Schwabe criticizes the OPA for being slow to act and accuses them of being bureaucratic and cowardly. He also expresses his belief that many government bureaus could be abolished by the President and criticizes President Truman for not having the courage to do so. The document includes a response from OPA Administrator Chester Bowles acknowledging a previous letter and discussing changes to the rationing program."]](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_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from George B. Schwabe to A. W. Lohman")
![["The document from Mr. Schwabe expresses opposition to the Full Employment Bill, stating that it is unnecessary and may lead to government regulation and regimentation. He encourages people to think for themselves and express their opinions freely. Mr. Christoph also expresses opposition to the bill, believing that private business can handle the employment situation if given the opportunity and cooperation. Both letters emphasize the importance of unshackling private industry from government regulations and taxes."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Schwabe's Response to Concerns about the Full Employment Bill")
![["The document is a letter from the Dawson Produce Co. in Tulsa, Oklahoma, expressing concerns about government bureaucracy and the Office of Price Administration (OPA) controlling prices of fruits and vegetables. The document criticizes the OPA's inefficiency in studying the prices of perishable commodities like potatoes and oranges. It also mentions the OPA's Community Ceiling Prices for fresh fruits and vegetables in certain counties of Oklahoma. The document urges the abandonment of the OPA program for fresh fruits and vegetables. Additionally, it includes a list of price controls for various fruits and vegetables issued by the OPA."]](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_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0004_thumbnail.jpg "OPA Community Ceiling Prices for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Kenneth Couch discusses the revocation of construction order L-41 and the removal of rent control in the Tulsa area. Schwabe criticizes the Office of Price Administration for only revoking the order after public pressure and highlights the impact on housing development and reconstruction efforts. The response from Chester Bowles acknowledges the concerns raised by the Tulsa Real Estate Board and explains the decision-making process behind the removal of rent control, citing the need to prevent inflationary rent increases."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of Order L-41 on Housing Construction: A Response from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document discusses charges brought by the Office of Price Administration (OPA) against various businesses for violating price control regulations. The OPA filed injunction actions against a lumber company and several stores in Oklahoma City and Lawton for allegedly charging above ceiling prices and failing to keep adequate records. The document also includes a letter from a congressman criticizing the OPA for its practices and advocating against its extension."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Un-American Practices of the OPA: A Menace to American Life")
![["The Minerva Oil Company in Eldorado, Illinois, is thanking Mr. George B. Schwabe for his assistance in contacting congressmen regarding a bill. They have received favorable replies and are following up with those who have not responded. They appreciate Mr. Schwabe's support."]](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_23_0000-Fluorspar,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_23_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Appreciation for Support: Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe from Minerva Oil Company")
![["The document from Boyd F. Scott expresses concerns about the power-hungry individuals in the CIO and their impact on individual liberties. He questions why labor unions are not held accountable for their actions and urges members of Congress, including George B. Schwabe, to prioritize the country over their jobs and address these issues. Schwabe responds by acknowledging the importance of salvaging American principles and ideals, despite challenges from the New Deal Party. He expresses his commitment to fighting for Americanism as long as there is still a belief in it among the people."]](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_64_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0003_thumbnail.jpg "American Principles and Ideals: A Call to Action")
![["Myron O. Johnson writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concern about the need to take immediate steps to address strikes. Johnson suggests holding employees legally responsible for upholding contracts with their employers, outlawing strikes, and imposing severe penalties on those who instigate strikes. Schwabe responds by thanking Johnson for his letter and assuring him that he will continue to oppose the New Deal Party and protect American ideals."]](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_64_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_64_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing Labor Issues: A Call for Action")
![["This bill, introduced in the House of Representatives in 1945, seeks to provide relief to Floyd L. Walker by authorizing the Secretary of the Treasury to pay him $210 for clothing and essential items he purchased while interned in Sweden and turned over to the International Red Cross for delivery to prisoner-of-war camps in Germany. Walker, a former first lieutenant in the United States Army, was part of a crew of a bomber that landed in Sweden during military operations over Germany in May 1944."]](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_36_0000-Private%20Legislation,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_36_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Bill for the Relief of Floyd L. Walker")
![["Mr. Burns from Mid-West Creamery Company wrote to George B. Schwabe expressing concern about the Full Employment Bill and urging him to vote against its passage. Schwabe responded assuring Burns that he is already against the bill and views it as leading towards dictatorship. He mentions receiving similar letters from others, which convinces him that the people are not in favor of the President's program."]](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_12_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_12_0002_thumbnail.jpg "1945 Correspondence Regarding Opposition to the Full Employment Bill")