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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns over Price Increases in Tulsa
- Date:
- 1946-07-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Importance of Universal Rent Controls
- Date:
- 1946-07-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Health
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Rent Control: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Re-Enacting OPA Law
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter Urging Against Revival of OPA Bill and Support for US World Authority
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_27_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate Over O.P.A. Extension
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Resurrection: Correspondence on O.P.A. Abolition
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Rigid Rent Control Legislation for Veterans
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for O.P.A. Extension: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of OPA and Congress: A Letter of Concern
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from Mr. O. I. Beamer to Congressman George B. Schwabe, expressing concern about large price increases in Tulsa on July 1st and urging the immediate enactment of a price control law. Congressman Schwabe acknowledges the letter and mentions that while he has received similar letters, he has also received many more stating that prices have not risen significantly. He appreciates receiving input from constituents."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns over Price Increases in Tulsa")
![["The document from Mr. D. E. Hodges to Congressman George Schwabe expresses concern about the need for universal rent controls if price control is to continue. Hodges highlights a specific case of excessive rent charges in Bartlesville and requests assistance in addressing such issues. Congressman Schwabe responds, expressing his belief that price controls are not consistent with a capitalist system and are only suitable for dire emergencies. He notes that there have been complaints in areas with rent controls, but not in Bartlesville where there are none."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Importance of Universal Rent Controls")
![["The document is from Miss Edith McCormick-Stephenson to Honorable George Schwabe, expressing concern about her rent being raised from $32.50 to $50 per month. She believes the increase is unreasonable given her salary and financial situation. She urges Schwabe to support a bill for price control to prevent citizens from resorting to illegal activities to survive. Schwabe responds, stating that he cannot pass judgment on the rent increase without knowing the full circumstances, but acknowledges the complaints about rent control and expresses skepticism about government regulation of salaries and rents."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Rent Control: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["James D. Francis, President of Island Creek Coal Company, writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing his opposition to the re-enactment of an OPA law. He believes that an open market for 60 days will show that prices and production can adjust themselves without government intervention, and that a revived OPA will only perpetuate scarcity, black markets, and empty shelves. He urges Congress to let OPA stay dead."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Re-Enacting OPA Law")
![["In a letter to Honorable Geo. Schwabe, Cecil T. Hardeman expresses his opposition to the revival of the OPA Bill, stating that it will lead to black markets. He also argues against rent control limitations and cautions against sharing atomic research information with Russia. Hardeman advocates for the US asserting itself as a world authority and suggests providing loans to Britain with trade understandings. He emphasizes the importance of winning the peace as well as the war and urges Congress to support Senator Byrnes. Hardeman concludes by emphasizing the need for the US to focus on correcting internal affairs to prevent future wars."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Urging Against Revival of OPA Bill and Support for US World Authority")
![["The first text is a letter from George B. Schwabe expressing his disapproval of the proposed extension of the O.P.A (Office of Price Administration) and criticizing it as obnoxious and un-American. He believes that those in favor of the O.P.A have personal or selfish motives, such as benefiting from the black market or being on the O.P.A salary roll. The second text is a response from Dan W. James, who disagrees with Schwabe and believes that businesses can be trusted to be fair and should be given a trial without price controls."]](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_27_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_27_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Debate Over O.P.A. Extension")
![["Mr. Hissom expresses his opposition to the revival of the O.P.A. to Congressman Schwabe, who reassures him of his consistent opposition to the bureau and commitment to voting against its revival. Schwabe acknowledges the support from people like Hissom in the fight against O.P.A. and promises to continue opposing it."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Resurrection: Correspondence on O.P.A. Abolition")
![["Mr. A. L. Walker of Miami, Oklahoma sent a telegram to Congressman George B. Schwabe requesting rigid rent control for the benefit of veterans. Schwabe acknowledged the request and explained the legislative process regarding rent control and the O.P.A. He mentioned his sympathy towards veterans due to his family members being veterans, and thanked Walker for his input."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Rigid Rent Control Legislation for Veterans")
![["Mr. and Mrs. Ralph R. Brewer of Tulsa, Oklahoma wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing their desire for O.P.A. to be re-enacted in its prior form. They believe that discontinuing O.P.A. will cause hardship and are in favor of stringent price controls. Congressman Schwabe responds by stating his opinion that O.P.A. has done more harm than good and is un-American. Schwabe believes that planned economy is not beneficial for the country's prosperity."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Support for O.P.A. Extension: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document is a response to a letter criticizing Congress for not reenacting or extending the OPA law. The writer explains that inflation is not solely caused by Congress's failure to extend OPA, but also by deficit spending and borrowing. The writer also criticizes the New Deal Democrats for controlling Congress and blames them for the lack of action. The writer defends their stance on OPA and mentions that rent control was not disturbed in the bill passed by Congress but vetoed by the President. The writer also mentions that they have not received any complaints about rent controls. The document concludes by urging the recipient to support legislation to prevent inflation."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of OPA and Congress: A Letter of Concern")