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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Bureaucracy in Action: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0008
- 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. and Bureaucratic Regulation: Correspondence with Mrs. C. E. Day
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about the O.P.A. Extension: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_59_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Attached Speeches and Ballots: A Snapshot of Public Opinion in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_59_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Public Opinion and Congressional Action: Correspondence on Controversial Issues in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Miami Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Spanish American War Veterans' Service Duration
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Apache Indians' Request for Financial Relief from the U.S. Government
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Mescalero Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Apache Tribe of Oklahoma, Hopi Tribe of Arizona
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Proposed Changes for Industry and Agriculture: A Constituent's Letter to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- A Call for Labor Reform: A Letter from Lieutenant R. L. Rorschach
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Demand for Action: Congressman George B. Schwabe's Response to John M. McGregor
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Quapaw Nation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, in response to a letter from Mrs. L. C. Collins regarding the Office of Price Administration (OPA). Schwabe expresses his opposition to OPA and his belief that it is a problematic bureau that does not respect the authority of Congress. He also criticizes the New Deal Administration and the system of planned and controlled economy. Schwabe thanks Mrs. Collins for her views and states that they help inform his decisions as a representative."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0011.jpg "Bureaucracy in Action: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. C.E. Day expresses her opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) in a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe. She believes that the O.P.A. is un-American and that bureaucrats are not following the wishes of Congress or the people. Congressman Schwabe responds by thanking her for her views and stating his consistent opposition to the O.P.A. and planned economy."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0008.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A. and Bureaucratic Regulation: Correspondence with Mrs. C. E. Day")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a postal card from Margaret Castella expressing support for the continuation of the O.P.A. Schwabe shares his opinion that the O.P.A. should be continued with limitations and restrictions, but ultimately voted against it due to overwhelming opposition from his constituents. He sympathizes with teachers, like Castella, who have been paid too little. Schwabe thanks Castella for expressing her views and assures her that he is honest in his convictions."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0005.jpg "Concerns about the O.P.A. Extension: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["A congressman received Ballot No. 131 from various constituents reflecting their views on pending issues before Congress. The congressman appreciates the input and believes that some measures may not be voted on due to the administration's control. The constituents express their opinions on various measures and provide suggestions. The congressman encourages continued communication and input from constituents."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_59_0001.jpg "Attached Speeches and Ballots: A Snapshot of Public Opinion in 1946")
![["A letter dated May 15, 1946 addressed to Mr. M. A. Piper from Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing gratitude for his views on various issues. The document acknowledges that some measures may not be voted on due to the majority control of the Administration in Congress. The document encourages Mr. Piper to continue sharing his views on live issues. The document also includes responses from other constituents on the same measures."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_59_0003.jpg "Title: Public Opinion and Congressional Action: Correspondence on Controversial Issues in 1946")
![["Mr. John C. Head Jr. wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, requesting information about the number of veterans of the Spanish American War who served less than 70 days. Schwabe responded that obtaining this information would require a significant amount of money and effort, and that the Veterans Administration had advised the same. Therefore, he was unable to provide further information on the subject."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_21_0008.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Spanish American War Veterans' Service Duration")
![["John Loco, a member of the Apache tribe in Oklahoma, wrote a letter to Senator Elmer Thomas requesting help in filing a separate claim for financial relief for the Apache's who were captured and made prisoners of war for 28 years. Senator Thomas agreed to cooperate and suggested contacting Senator Donnie Chaves, who represents New Mexico and is a member of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. A copy of the letter was also sent to Sam Houser, another member of the Apache tribe in Oklahoma."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_053_12_11_16B_0001.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Apache Indians' Request for Financial Relief from the U.S. Government")
![["The document is from Mrs. A. C. Edwards to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expressing support for abolishing the O.P.A, making labor unions responsible with employers, and cutting appropriations. Schwabe responds, thanking her for her views and stating that he agrees with her. Another letter from Mrs. Kathleen Edwards to Schwabe requests that he use his influence in Congress to free industry and agriculture from wartime restraints and increase production of goods and food. She suggests abolishing the Office of Price Administration, making labor unions responsible with employers, and cutting down on departmental appropriations."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_62_0009.jpg "Proposed Changes for Industry and Agriculture: A Constituent's Letter to George B. Schwabe")
![["Lieutenant Rorschach writes to Congressman Schwabe expressing concern over the current labor situation, stating that labor strikes are becoming more common and disastrous. He believes that labor leaders hold too much power and suggests reorganizing unions, bringing them under anti-trust laws, and establishing a system of labor tribunals for resolving disputes. He also proposes giving up the strike as a bargaining tool in exchange for other guarantees. He acknowledges that his ideas may need improvement but believes they are necessary for the country to recover its industrial strength."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0009.jpg "A Call for Labor Reform: A Letter from Lieutenant R. L. Rorschach")
![["Mr. John M. McGregor is writing to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing his concerns about labor racketeers and the influence they have on the government. He demands that Schwabe take action and share his opinion on John L. Lewis, stating that allowing one man to control the country is dictatorship, not democracy. Schwabe agrees with McGregor and states that he is willing to vote for bills to curb the influence of labor racketeers."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_71_0014.jpg "Demand for Action: Congressman George B. Schwabe's Response to John M. McGregor")