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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_50_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over WPB Orders: A Plea to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-07-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Account Charges and Service Requests for War Bonds and Quotas
- Date:
- 1945-09-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Salaries and Responsibilities: A Discussion with George B. Schwabe and E. J. O'Connor
- Date:
- 1945-09-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Banks and banking--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Assistance with Claim for William T. Porter
- Date:
- 1945-09-07
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Cherokee Nation
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Challenging Government Policies: A Realtor's Perspective
- Date:
- 1945-09-24
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Smith Committee on OPA Hearings
- Date:
- 1945-10-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Government Spending and Property Rights
- Date:
- 1945-10-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public works--United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution Against Tax Exemptions for Cooperatives: A Call for Congressional Action
- Date:
- 1945-10-22
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA and Support for Small Businesses
- Date:
- 1945-10-30
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Standing Up to the Office of Price Administration: A Letter from Cullen Lumber Company
- Date:
- 1945-11-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Public works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from Lee Levering, a clothing retailer, to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concern over WPB orders M-388 and MAP, which limit the cost of suits. Levering believes these orders will negatively impact the clothing industry and small retailers like himself. He urges Schwabe to work towards modifying the orders to prevent the closure of businesses and maintain stability in the industry. Levering also highlights the lack of complaints about high-priced clothing and questions the reasoning behind the orders."]](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_50_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_50_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over WPB Orders: A Plea to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document includes a series of telegrams regarding a slaughter permit for John E. Cone. It discusses the approval of a class two slaughter permit and a quota of 255,080 pounds. There is confusion regarding the quota and the application process, with efforts being made to transfer the license from custom slaughtering to independent slaughtering. The document also includes details of phone calls and messages exchanged in an attempt to resolve the situation."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Account Charges and Service Requests for War Bonds and Quotas")
![["The document exchange between Mr. Schwabe and Mr. O'Connor discusses their views on the President's proposed \"New Deal\" program and the suggestion to increase Congressmen's salaries. Mr. Schwabe is skeptical of the President's motives and opposes most of the program, predicting that it will not be adopted by Congress. Mr. O'Connor supports the idea of doubling Congressmen's salaries, with the condition that Congress regains its powers and corrects past mistakes. Both men appreciate each other's forthright expressions and agree on certain points."]](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_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Salaries and Responsibilities: A Discussion with George B. Schwabe and E. J. O'Connor")
![["The document is a series of correspondence between Honorable George B. Schwabe, Member of Congress, and various government departments regarding the transfer and claims of Jack J. Francis, a Mailman first class in the United States Navy, as well as the claim of William Thomas Porter, a carpenter's mate first class in the United States Naval Reserve. Schwabe expresses special interest in Francis being assigned to duty in Germany and requests expedited payment for Porter's claim. The responses indicate that the requests are being considered and will be addressed in due course."]](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_42_0000-Navy,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_42_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Assistance with Claim for William T. Porter")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, received a telegram from H. E. Wilkins expressing concerns about ceiling prices on dwellings and the detrimental effects on the economy. Schwabe agrees, criticizing New Deal policies and the Office of Price Administration (OPA). He believes that President Truman's plan to shift functions of bureaus to government departments will not solve the problem. Schwabe is committed to fighting against government intervention in private enterprise and supports Wilkins' 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_3_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Challenging Government Policies: A Realtor's Perspective")
![["A letter from George B. Schwabe to Tulsa Machinery Company in response to their telegram urging him to contact the Smith Committee regarding OPA hearings. Schwabe asks for clarification on what they want him to do and offers to provide any necessary assistance once he knows their wishes. The telegram from Tulsa Machinery Company reiterates their suggestion for Schwabe to contact the Smith Committee on OPA hearings."]](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_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Smith Committee on OPA Hearings")
![["The document discusses a vote to reduce wartime expenditures and expresses opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) as well as support for a protest meeting at the County Court House. The document also mentions the formation of a Property Owners Rental Association to advocate for property rights."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Government Spending and Property Rights")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe expresses concern about the tax exemptions given to cooperatives, which he believes gives them an unfair advantage over independently owned businesses. The resolution enclosed in the letter urges Congressional action to remove these tax exemptions in order to prevent the elimination of privately-owned businesses and the progression towards a socialistic state."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution Against Tax Exemptions for Cooperatives: A Call for Congressional Action")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, to Mayo Furniture Company regarding the increase in wholesale cost of Simmons mattresses by the OPA. Schwabe expresses his dissatisfaction with the OPA and their operations, stating that he will continue to fight against the bureau. He also mentions sending a copy of the Smith Committee Report to the company."]](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_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA and Support for Small Businesses")
![["The document is from the Cullen Real Lumber Company to Congressman Geo. B. Schwabe expressing concerns about the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and their fear of being sued by them. The company believes that more people do not complain about the OPA out of fear of retaliation. They give permission for the letter to be used in any way to address the abuse they feel they are receiving from 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_3_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Standing Up to the Office of Price Administration: A Letter from Cullen Lumber Company")