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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Resolution in Support of O.P.A. Extension and Price Controls
- Date:
- 1946-05-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Ongoing Debate: OPA and the National Association of Manufacturers
- Date:
- 1946-05-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Congressional Records on Draft Bill Extension
- Date:
- 1946-05-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Veterans' Legislation in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-13
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Social Security, Retirement
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Concerns Regarding Union Racketeering: Correspondence with Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-14
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposing OPA: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-14
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate Over OPA: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-05-14
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Terminal Leave Bill: Letter from Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-14
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Standing Against Labor Racketeers: A Call for the American Way of Life
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banking law
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["A letter from Representative George B. Schwabe to the Williams family in Tulsa, Oklahoma, states his opposition to the OPA (Office of Price Administration) and his consistent voting against its extension. The Williams family had expressed their opposition to the OPA in a letter to Schwabe, stating that their vote in the upcoming election would be influenced by his stance on the issue. Schwabe also expresses his opposition to labor racketeering and asserts his commitment to his beliefs, even at the risk of losing votes."]](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_22_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA: A Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Moore-McCoy Post No. 2688 to Representative George B. Schwabe expresses their support for the extension of the O.P.A. and urges him to reconsider his vote against it. They mention that they have been receiving letters from constituents who are against the extension of O.P.A. and believe that those in favor of it are mainly from industrial areas controlled by political machines. Representative Schwabe defends his vote against the extension of O.P.A. by stating that he represents the majority opinion of his constituents, as shown in a referendum he conducted. He believes he made the right decision and stands by 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_30_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_30_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Resolution in Support of O.P.A. Extension and Price Controls")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George Schwabe responding to a letter from A.J. Greenway expressing concerns about the abolishment of the OPA. Schwabe defends his decision to vote against the OPA, stating that the majority of his constituents are also against it. He accuses the OPA bureaucrats of using false propaganda to pressure Congress into extending the OPA. Schwabe also criticizes the New Deal and its impact on salaries and the economy. He expresses his commitment to voting based on the mandate of his constituents and his own principles."]](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_31_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0008_thumbnail.jpg "The Ongoing Debate: OPA and the National Association of Manufacturers")
![["The sender is thanking Congressman Schwabe for sending a copy of Bill H.R. 5978 and requesting copies of the Congressional Record regarding the draft bill extension and approval. They also mention sending a night letter pertaining to the draft 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_6_47_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_47_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Congressional Records on Draft Bill Extension")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to J.H. Gardner explains that he is not able to personally bring three bills regarding veterans' benefits out of committee as he is not a member of the committees they are assigned to. He expresses doubt that the bills will be acted upon soon due to the amount of legislation currently being prioritized by Congress. However, he assures Gardner that he will consider the provisions of the bills and any amendments if they are brought before the House. In response, Gardner had written to Schwabe urging him to use his influence to move the bills forward, emphasizing the importance of the legislation for veterans."]](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_19_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_19_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Veterans' Legislation in 1946")
![["Quick Charge, Inc. is experiencing difficulties with unions and picketing by the Teamsters Union. They reached out to Representative George B. Schwabe for help in passing a bill to eliminate such conditions. Schwabe responded that he voted for the Case Bill and is willing to support any legislation against racketeering. He believes the situation is a case of union racketeering and is committed to taking action to address the issue."]](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_66_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Concerns Regarding Union Racketeering: Correspondence with Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, to Edward Soph, expressing his opposition to the continuation of the Office of Price Administration (OPA). Schwabe commends Soph for his logical reasoning against the OPA and states that he has consistently voted against it. He also mentions that despite efforts by others to negotiate with OPA bureaucrats, there may not be much relief as long as the OPA has the support of the President and the New Deal majority in Congress. Schwabe encourages Soph to continue the fight against the OPA and encloses copies of his recent speeches on the topic."]](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_22_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Opposing OPA: A Call to Action")
![["The document includes a letter from George B. Schwabe expressing opposition to the OPA and lack of confidence in its administration. Arch K. Kriste responds with concerns about rising costs despite OPA claims of only a 4% increase, highlighting issues with rent control, construction of rental units, and evasion of OPA regulations. Kriste also mentions examples of price gouging and the inefficiency of OPA enforcement."]](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_23_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Debate Over OPA: A Letter Exchange")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe to a group of ex-GI's from Tulsa, Oklahoma, expressing his support for the Terminal Leave Bill for enlisted men. He reassures them that he signed a discharge petition to force the bill out for consideration and that he will support it. Schwabe also criticizes the discrimination between commissioned officers and enlisted men, stating that such distinctions create a caste system in the Armed Services, which he is strictly opposed to."]](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_51_0000-Servicemen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Terminal Leave Bill: Letter from Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document from R.W.C Conn to George B. Schwabe expresses concern about labor racketeer leaders and urges for legislation to control John L Lewis and Sidney Hillman, who are seen as America's public enemies. Conn advocates for a return to the American way of life and praises Schwabe for supporting this cause. Schwabe responds by agreeing with Conn's views and expressing his commitment to advocating for legislation that aligns with those beliefs."]](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_66_0000-Labor,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_66_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Standing Against Labor Racketeers: A Call for the American Way of Life")