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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA: A Call for Free Enterprise
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Vote Against OPA: A Constituent's Plea
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Resurrection of the O.P.A.: A False Philosophy and False Economy
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns with Rent Control: A Letter from Mrs. Martha Miller to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0018
- 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 Correspondence from 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Case Against OPA: A Congressman's Response
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Response to Request for Vote Against S. 1592 and President's Reorganization Plan
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_2_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Dr. J.E. Wallace and Congressman George Schwabe Regarding Medical Economics and Socialized Medicine in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Disability Retirement Benefits Legislation for Reserve Officers
- Date:
- 1946-07-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_24_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Views on OPA: A Letter from Mr. Don T. Langan to Honorable George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-17
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to George H. Parks, president of General Sash & Door Co. Schwabe expresses his strong opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and his belief in free enterprise and open competition. He thanks Parks for his support and encourages him to continue fighting for a free market. Parks agrees with Schwabe and expresses concern about government regulations and rising prices affecting his business. Both agree that increased production and fewer strikes are key to keeping prices down."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA: A Call for Free Enterprise")
![["Mrs. Etta Kirk wrote to George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, asking him to vote for the OPA bill to prevent the cost of living from rising too high. Schwabe responded by expressing his belief that the OPA was a bad federal bureau that created inflation and black markets. He believes in the American principle of free enterprise and states that most of his constituents want him to vote against 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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Vote Against OPA: A Constituent's Plea")
![["The author expresses their opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration), stating that it is based on a false philosophy and does not fit with American values. They believe the O.P.A. is socialistic and communistic at heart, and have borrowed money to pay subsidies, leading to deficit spending. The author argues that abolishing the O.P.A. will lead to increased production and lower prices of commodities."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Resurrection of the O.P.A.: A False Philosophy and False Economy")
![["Mrs. Martha Miller wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe on July 12, 1946, expressing her concerns about the increase in her house rent from $35.00 to $50.00 per month. She requested his help in holding rent control in place as many families, including hers, were struggling to afford the increased rent. In response, Representative Schwabe acknowledged her letter and mentioned that he had not received complaints from areas where rent control was not in effect. He wished Mrs. Miller luck in resolving the situation with her landlord."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns with Rent Control: A Letter from Mrs. Martha Miller to George B. Schwabe")
![["Mr. Gilbert sent a postal card to Mr. Schwabe asking him to vote for the resurrection of the OPA. Mr. Schwabe acknowledges receipt of the card and expresses his concerns about rising prices and the interference of bureaucrats in business. He agrees with Mr. Gilbert's sentiment and hopes to get rid of the bureaucrats one day. Mr. Gilbert also writes to Mr. Schwabe urging him to vote for the OPA bill to prevent prices from continuing to rise."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA Resurrection: A Correspondence from 1946")
![["The document is in response to a request to vote for the revival of the Office of Price Administration (OPA). The writer, George B. Schwabe, explains that prices are not higher everywhere and that the OPA was poorly administered and unfair. He mentions that President Truman vetoed an OPA extension bill, causing confusion. Schwabe indicates that most constituents are in favor of doing away with the OPA altogether."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "The Case Against OPA: A Congressman's Response")
![["The sender received a postal card from Mr. Toomey asking him to vote against S. 1592 and the President's Reorganization Plan No. 1. The sender had already voted against the President's reorganization plans, but would consider S. 1592 when it comes before the House. The sender appreciates hearing from Mr. Toomey and values his views."]](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_39_0000-Reorganization%20of%20Congress,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Response to Request for Vote Against S. 1592 and President's Reorganization Plan")
![["Dr. Wallace sends a booklet on Medical Economics to Congressman Schwabe, expressing his opposition to socialized medicine. Schwabe shares his belief that the New Deal system is totalitarian and un-American. He plans to return home for the fall campaign and hopes to meet with Wallace. They exchange pleasantries and well wishes."]](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_7_2_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_2_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_2_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Dr. J.E. Wallace and Congressman George Schwabe Regarding Medical Economics and Socialized Medicine in 1946")
![["The document is a letter from George W. McMullin to George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, urging him to support bill HR6954 regarding disability retirement benefits for reserve officers. Schwabe responds by acknowledging the letter and stating that he will consider McMullin's views when the bill comes before the House for consideration. Schwabe also notes that he is not on the committee reviewing the bill, so he has not heard arguments for or against it."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Disability Retirement Benefits Legislation for Reserve Officers")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to Don T. Langan regarding his views on OPA (Office of Price Administration). Langan suggests that OPA payrolls be curbed and potentially removed, except for rent controls. Schwabe informs Langan that he voted against reviving OPA and voted for rent controls only. Schwabe appreciates Langan's views and assures him that he voted according to his suggestions. Langan had expressed the opinion that OPA powers should be curbed and rent controls should be maintained."]](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_24_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_24_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Views on OPA: A Letter from Mr. Don T. Langan to Honorable George Schwabe")