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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_3_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Influence for the Aged: The Townsend Bill and Political Stooges
- Date:
- 1946-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_38_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advantages of Pryor, Oklahoma: A Letter to Representative Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Letter of Opposition: George B. Schwabe's Stance on Palestine Situation
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the British Loan: A Correspondence between Mr. Harry Calvin and George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over the British Loan: A Congressman's Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for the Bill of Rights for Merchant Seamen: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Letson and Honorable Geo. B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0051
- 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 the OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Ben F. Kelley
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA Resurrection: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Rent Control Discrimination: A Letter from Oklahoma City
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over O.P.A.: A Business Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-07-10
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Gordon Roberts wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe asking for his help in getting the Townsend Bill on the floor of the House. Congressman Schwabe assures her that he has always advocated for old age pensions with only two qualifications, and that he will do what he can to help. However, he mentions that the New Deal crowd has a majority in both Houses of Congress and can pass or defeat any bill they choose. Congressman Schwabe expresses frustration with political \"pie-eaters\" and assures Mrs. Roberts that he will continue to support the cause of the aged."]](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_3_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_3_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Influence for the Aged: The Townsend Bill and Political Stooges")
![["The Pryor Chamber of Commerce in Oklahoma is grateful for the help from Representative Schwabe in addressing housing needs in the area, particularly for veterans. The Federal Housing Authority is selling repossessed houses in Pryor and there is a waiting list for them. Plans are being made to sell the houses for veterans to use and remove to farms and small communities in Mayes County. The Chamber appreciates Schwabe's assistance and support."]](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_38_0000-National%20Housing%20Agency,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_38_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Advantages of Pryor, Oklahoma: A Letter to Representative Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Leo Meyer expressing opposition to censorship of news in relation to the situation in Palestine and criticizing the British government's actions against the Jewish people. Meyer is urged to request the United States to intervene and lift censorship in Palestine."]](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_81_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Letter of Opposition: George B. Schwabe's Stance on Palestine Situation")
![["Mr. Harry Calvin urges George B. Schwabe to continue opposing the British loan, which he views as extortion by the New Deal Administration. Calvin expresses his support for Schwabe's reasoning and asks him to reject the loan to avoid paying tribute to England. Schwabe appreciates Calvin's perspective and plans to meet with him after Congress adjourns."]](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_81_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the British Loan: A Correspondence between Mr. Harry Calvin and George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe received a telegram from John Rogers urging him to support the British Loan, but after conducting polls and receiving feedback from constituents and local organizations, he has decided to vote against it. Schwabe believes that the loan is not in the best interests of the country and is concerned about the rise of isolationist philosophy. John Rogers, however, still urges Schwabe to support the loan for the sake of international cooperation and peace."]](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_81_0000-Loan%20to%20Britain,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_81_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate Over the British Loan: A Congressman's Perspective")
![["Mrs. Letson wrote to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging him to support the Bill of Rights for Merchant Seamen, H.R.2346. Congressman Schwabe responded, expressing doubts about the bill's passage due to its controversial nature. He promised to consider Mrs. Letson's views when the bill comes up for consideration and thanked her for her input. Additionally, Mrs. Letson reminded Schwabe of the importance of the legislation and asked for his help in securing an early place on the calendar for the bill."]](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_84_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_84_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for the Bill of Rights for Merchant Seamen: A Correspondence Between Mrs. Letson and Honorable Geo. B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from Ben F. Kelley to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing support for Schwabe's efforts to abolish the OPA and praising his performance in the primaries. Schwabe expresses gratitude for the support and plans to meet with Kelley and other friends to discuss campaign plans."]](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_0051_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the Resurrection of the OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Ben F. Kelley")
![["The recipient of the letter expresses opposition to the resurrection of the OPA and appreciates the straightforward manner in which the sender has expressed their views. The sender, George B. Schwabe, thanks the recipient for their contribution to his thinking and expresses determination to continue fighting against the OPA. The recipient raises concerns about the removal of the OPA and discusses issues related to rent, upkeep of property, and understanding of American society."]](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_26_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA Resurrection: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document includes two letters written on July 10, 1946. The first letter is from Mr. M. K. Bollman to Representative George B. Schwabe, expressing dissatisfaction with the administration of the OPA and rent controls. The second letter is from W. V. Bodman to Representative George B. Schwabe, arguing against rent control for property owners and highlighting the contributions of property owners during the war. Representative George B. Schwabe responds to Mr. M. K. Bollman's letter, stating that he agrees with the complaints and has consistently voted against the extension of 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_6_26_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Rent Control Discrimination: A Letter from Oklahoma City")
![["The sender, George B. Schwabe, expresses his disapproval of the O.P.A (Office of Price Administration) and believes it to be un-American. He criticizes those who support the O.P.A, stating that they have personal or selfish motives. He urges the recipient to influence their Representative in Congress to oppose the O.P.A. The recipient, American Body & Trailer Co., responds by stating their commitment to lowering prices and believing in the law of supply and demand and competition as the true American law of price control."]](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_26_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0038_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate Over O.P.A.: A Business Perspective")