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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_19_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Federal Works Agency Funding for Public Works Plan Preparation
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Federal Support for State Geologists - Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Distributor Margins and Rollback Proposal
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma, Miami Tribe of Oklahoma, Delaware Tribe of Indians
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0007
- 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 O.P.A.
- 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_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_5_70_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- National Service Act Proposal: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and G.C. Spillers
- Date:
- 1945-01-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- New Deal, 1933-1939, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- OPA Advisory Group and Industry Connections
- Date:
- 1945-01-20
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Taxation
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_15_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opportunities for Post-War Planning in Oklahoma Cities
- Date:
- 1945-02-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenges of Price Controls and Distribution in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-02-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947), 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Application for Two Buses Approved and Filed
- Date:
- 1945-03-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Shawnee Tribe
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The Federal Works Agency has approved the advance of Federal funds for the plan preparation of public works in Oklahoma, including water and sewer facilities. These advances are intended to encourage states and their agencies to prepare for construction projects so they can begin promptly when materials and manpower become available. The document is addressed to Honorable George B. Schwabe, a House of Representatives member."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_19_0003.jpg "Title: Federal Works Agency Funding for Public Works Plan Preparation")
![["The document is addressed to Congressman Schwabe regarding H.R. 3148 which includes provisions for federal agencies to make information on geology and mineral deposits available to State Geological Surveys. The author urges Congressman Schwabe to work for the passage of these measures."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_33_0003.jpg "Request for Federal Support for State Geologists - Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The Office of Price Administration explains to Congressman George B. Schwabe the reasons behind the proposed rollback in fresh fruit and vegetable distributors' margins. The decision was based on a survey conducted in 1944 and industry representatives agreed to the results. The rollback would not disproportionately benefit chain stores and could potentially lower prices for consumers. The O.P.A. refutes claims made by the Ben E. Keith Company's advertisement and stands by their decision."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_53_0003.jpg "Analysis of Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Distributor Margins and Rollback Proposal")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Harry M. Jackson, expressing opposition to the resurrection of the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe explains his consistent opposition to the bureau and his commitment to abolishing it. He thanks Jackson for his encouragement and reassures him that he will continue to fight against the O.P.A. and any similar impositions."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0007.jpg "Opposition to the Resurrection of O.P.A.")
![["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."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0016.jpg "Price Control Policy: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a correspondence between George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, and G.C. Spillers, discussing a national service act requiring all persons between 18 and 65 to be subject to war work. Spillers disapproves of the \"work or fight\" proposal and suggests a compromise. Schwabe acknowledges the suggestions and promises to consider them, asking for further input on important issues."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_70_0008.jpg "National Service Act Proposal: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and G.C. Spillers")
![["The document is a correspondence between George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, and C. E. Buchner, Executive Manager of the Independent Petroleum Association of America. Buchner provides Schwabe with a list of the Committee appointed to advise on crude price adjustment and suggests that Schwabe stay in touch with them. Schwabe expresses his willingness to serve the industry and requests to be kept informed about industry developments."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0001.jpg "OPA Advisory Group and Industry Connections")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the United States House of Representatives from Oklahoma, conducted an investigation into the benefits that cities in Oklahoma could receive under Title V of the War Mobilization and Reconversion Act of 1944 for post-war planning. He received confirmation from the General Counsel of the Federal Works Agency that the Act allows for advances to be made by the Federal Government to cities for planning projects, with the understanding that repayment would only be required if the projects are actually undertaken. Schwabe addressed concerns that some city authorities had about incurring debts for planning expenses, emphasizing that the Act provides authority for such advances. He offered his cooperation to assist cities in executing their post-war plans efficiently."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_15_0009.jpg "Opportunities for Post-War Planning in Oklahoma Cities")
![["The document from Gates Hardware & Supply Company to Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses concerns about the O.P.A.'s pricing policies, specifically regarding double taxation of dividends, price increases for manufacturers, and the growth of tax-free cooperatives. The company argues that these policies are detrimental to small businesses and urges the congressman to consider their impact on distributors."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_46_0002.jpg "Challenges of Price Controls and Distribution in 1945")
![["The document is from Cecil C. Smith, Superintendent of Group Public Schools in Oklahoma, to Mr. George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives. Smith is updating Schwabe on the progress of the school's application for two buses with the State Superintendent of Schools and the Office of Defense Transportation. Smith apologizes for providing the wrong application numbers and assures Schwabe that the applications should be on file in Washington by now. Smith expresses gratitude for Schwabe's interest in the matter."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_7_0002.jpg "Application for Two Buses Approved and Filed")