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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A. Policy: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressman George B. Schwabe's Letter to Chairman Doughton Advocating for H.R. 5978
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter from George Schwabe to Robert Doughton Regarding Tax Legislation H.R. 5978
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Approval: Loan for Indian Electric Cooperative
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans
- Names:
- Osage Tribe, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States, Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0027
- 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.: A Fight for American Tradition and Free Enterprise
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0030
- 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 C.I.O.: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about OPA and the New Deal in Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0030
- 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.: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Battle Against Bureaucracy: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_56_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of OPA Regulations on Black Markets
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document consists of two letters expressing opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and its policies. The first letter, written by George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, criticizes the OPA as obnoxious and un-American. Schwabe details his opposition to the OPA and its practices and expresses gratitude for the recipient's similar views. The second letter, written by the Treasurer of Iverson Tool Company, also criticizes the OPA's policies and advocates for the lifting of price controls to allow for a more normal economy. The document also calls for Congress to reduce government expenses by cutting unnecessary employees."]](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_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A. Policy: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, wrote a letter to the Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means regarding H.R. 5978, a tax-related bill. He enclosed a letter from a prominent tax attorney in Tulsa, Harold E. Rorschach, who recommended the bill for serious consideration. Schwabe urged the committee to give the bill early and serious consideration and to possibly pass it with retroactive provision."]](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_8_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman George B. Schwabe's Letter to Chairman Doughton Advocating for H.R. 5978")
![["George Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, writes to the Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means regarding H.R. 5978. He forwards a letter from a tax attorney recommending the bill for consideration, emphasizing the attorney's expertise and reputation. Schwabe urges the Chairman to give the bill serious and early consideration, and potentially recommend its passage with retroactive provisions."]](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_9_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter from George Schwabe to Robert Doughton Regarding Tax Legislation H.R. 5978")
![["An official message from George B. Schwabe to James Flemming informing him that a loan of $390,000 has been approved for the Indian Electric Cooperative in Cleveland, Oklahoma. The loan will cover the construction of an electric line in Osage County. Flemming is invited to seek further assistance if needed."]](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_66_0000-Rural%20Electrification%20Administration,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_66_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Approval: Loan for Indian Electric Cooperative")
![["The document is a response from George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, to a letter from Detroit Motor Sales expressing opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe states that he has voted against the extension and activities of O.P.A. and views it as obnoxious and un-American. He appreciates the support against O.P.A. and vows to continue fighting against the agency."]](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_19_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: A Fight for American Tradition and Free Enterprise")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Claude Eckert expressing opposition to the O.P.A. and C.I.O.'s propaganda efforts. Schwabe criticizes government bureaus and agencies, and mentions his attempt to declare the end of the war through a bill, which was blocked by the New Deal majority in Congress. He urges people to vote against those with New Deal leanings in the upcoming election. The document also mentions a broadcast by Fulton Lewis A. discussing the C.I.O.'s efforts to promote O.P.A. and calls for action to abolish O.P.A. and other restrictions imposed on the American people. There is mention of a movement to impeach President Truman and a request for support in this endeavor."]](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_19_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A. and C.I.O.: A Call to Action")
![["The document is from J.W. Stoneking to Honorable George Schwabe, expressing support for efforts to rid the nation of bureaucratic issues and criticizing the New Deal philosophy. Stoneking mentions issues with bread lines and lack of grain in Tulsa, and advocates for prioritizing feeding American citizens over exporting resources. Stoneking also calls for turning the country back to the people and ending OPA and black markets."]](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_21_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about OPA and the New Deal in Tulsa, Oklahoma")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Frank Russell expresses Schwabe's opposition to the extension of the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and his belief that it is an obnoxious and un-American bureau. Schwabe criticizes the bureaucrats for not recognizing Congress as representatives of the people and for trying to rule over them. He also mentions that most bureaucracy was set up without direct authorization from Congress and that planned economy cannot work successfully under a system of free enterprise. Schwabe thanks Russell for his views and interest, which help him understand the wishes of his constituents. Russell's letter to Schwabe suggests cleaning up the mess created by O.P.A., even if it means eliminating 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_21_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to a constituent, C. L. Tracy, regarding the Office of Price Administration (OPA). Schwabe expresses his opposition to OPA and criticizes the bureaucracy within the federal government. He believes that planned economy cannot work successfully under a system of free enterprise. Tracy, in his letter to Schwabe, also expresses his support for getting rid of OPA and other similar agencies in order to improve the country's 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_6_21_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0032_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle Against Bureaucracy: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["In a speech in Congress, Honorable George B. Schwabe of Oklahoma criticizes the OPA for causing housing shortages, production limitations, and black marketing. He argues that OPA regulations have led to inflated prices and inferior merchandise. He also discusses the influence of pressure groups in Washington and the desire of manufacturers for price controls to be released. Schwabe highlights the frustration and desperation of citizens due to bureaucratic controls and calls for OPA to be abolished."]](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_56_0000-Small%20Business,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_56_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of OPA Regulations on Black Markets")