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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Sugar Rationing: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for OPA Rental Program Extension
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Price Control Policy: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Regulating Unreasonable Prices: A Call to Action from Congressman Schwab
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Requests: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Addressing the Threat of Russia: A Call for Action and Accountability
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Defending American Values: A Letter on O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0022
- 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. Revival: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Struggling to Survive: A Plea for Help in Tulsa
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Our Republic: Benjamin Franklin's Implied Question Revisited
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is addressed to Congressman George B. Schwabe and criticizes him for complaining about government agencies and the Office of Price Administration (OPA) without offering solutions. The writer expresses frustration about the lack of market for their fruit due to sugar shortages and questions where all the sugar has gone. They also criticize Congress for allegedly allowing other countries to have access to sugar while American citizens suffer. The writer urges Congressman Schwabe to take action on the sugar shortage issue."]](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_31_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Sugar Rationing: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The writer, Roy Alexander, is urging Congressman Schwabe to support a bill to continue the OPA Rental program in Oklahoma. He describes how landlords are taking advantage of the end of OPA by hiking up rents and pressuring tenants to move out. Alexander emphasizes the importance of affordable housing as a necessity for people, especially in light of the difficulties caused by the ending of OPA protections."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for OPA Rental Program Extension")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, acknowledges the flood of mail and telegrams he has received regarding price control issues. He notes that the majority of constituents are opposed to the revival of price controls, particularly rent controls. Schwabe criticizes the poor administration of the O.P.A. and the lobbying efforts of black marketers and bureaucrats to maintain control. He assures his constituents that he will consider their views when voting on related measures in 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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Price Control Policy: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is about the class of service for telegrams and cablegrams, including symbols used to indicate different types of messages. It also includes a message from Congressman Schwab regarding regulating prices on residences and business rentals. The message suggests at least a 15% increase on apartment and resident rentals. The company is open to suggestions from its patrons regarding its service."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Regulating Unreasonable Prices: A Call to Action from Congressman Schwab")
![["The document is from Congressman George B. Schwabe to his constituent, discussing the issue of price controls and rent controls. Schwabe mentions that he has received overwhelming opposition to the revival of O.P.A. or any form of price controls from his constituents. He also discusses the lobbying efforts by black marketers, O.P.A. officials, and bureaucrats to maintain controls. The constituent responds by urging Schwabe to support price control legislation to prevent rising prices and to advocate for Social Security and health benefits for all individuals."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Requests: A Letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document expresses concerns about inflation, government control, and Russian influence. It criticizes the lack of action against Russia's aggressive behavior and calls for demobilization of Russian troops in occupied countries. It also questions the effectiveness of US foreign policy and urges for more transparency and communication with Russia."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Addressing the Threat of Russia: A Call for Action and Accountability")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. to Mr. Bing Soph, discussing the O.P.A. and stating that American servicemen fought and died for the people, not special interests. Schwabe argues against the O.P.A. and believes it is un-American and should be abolished. He also mentions pressure groups influencing Congress and expresses his belief that a planned economy will not lead to prosperity. Schwabe also mentions his views align with Democrats from the South and the Midwest."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Defending American Values: A Letter on O.P.A.")
![["The document from Representative George B. Schwabe to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wolk discusses the overwhelming opposition to the revival of O.P.A. or any form of price controls, based on feedback from constituents. Schwabe also mentions the lobbying efforts of black marketers, O.P.A. officials, and bureaucrats to maintain control and keep their jobs. He expresses appreciation for the input from constituents and assures them that he will consider their views when voting on legislation."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A. Revival: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The writer expresses concern about the rising cost of living and the impact it is having on her family. She mentions her husband's decreased income and the struggle to afford basic necessities for her children. She also discusses the financial strain of buying a house and worries about saving for her children's future. The writer asks for help in bringing back the Office of Price Administration (O.P.A.) and expresses gratitude for any assistance that can be provided."]](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_34_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Struggling to Survive: A Plea for Help in Tulsa")
![["Benjamin Franklin emphasized the importance of maintaining the Republic that had been given to the people. This message is still relevant today, as emphasized by W.S. Hallinan at a meeting of the Independent Petroleum Association of America in Houston, Texas."]](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_35_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving Our Republic: Benjamin Franklin's Implied Question Revisited")