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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0009
- 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.: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- 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_23_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Battle Against O.P.A.: A Fight for Free Enterprise
- Date:
- 1946-05-15
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Controversial Issues: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Importance of Limited Terms and Controlled Economy: A Letter to George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urging for the Liquidation of the O.P.A.: A Congressional Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-05-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Rehberg's Incorporated Stands Firm against O.P.A. Amendments
- Date:
- 1946-06-10
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_22_0039
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Legislation and Labor: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-06-19
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter Regarding Railroad Retirement Bill: A Call for Support
- Date:
- 1946-06-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Request for Subsidy Payment for Lead and Zinc Mines in Tri-State District
- Date:
- 1946-06-30
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, expressing agreement with the recipient's opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and criticizing its practices. Schwabe states that he has consistently opposed the O.P.A. and voted against its extension, as well as supporting restricting amendments. The recipient is urged to fulfill their duty to abolish the O.P.A. and end all strikes."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Call to Action")
![["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 consists of letters from constituents to Congressman George Schwabe expressing their opposition to the Office of Price Administration (O.P.A) and advocating for its elimination. They believe that O.P.A is unnecessary and that prices should be allowed to adjust naturally without government control. They also criticize bureaucracy and government interference in the economy."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle Against O.P.A.: A Fight for Free Enterprise")
![["Mrs. Salome C. Litmer writes to Honorable George B. Schwabe urging him to vote against various controversial issues including the O.P.A., Federal Education, socialized medicine, price controls, labor racketeers, federal expenditures, and the appointment of another New Dealer to the Supreme Court bench. Schwabe responds, stating his opposition to these issues and expressing his commitment to vote against them. He also mentions his recent appointment to the Appropriations Committee, which will allow him to assert his ideas on reducing federal expenditures. He clarifies that as a member of the House, he does not have a say in the appointment of Supreme Court justices, as that is the role of the Senate. Schwabe assures Litmer that he will work towards opposing these issues to the best of his ability in his position as a member of the House of Representatives."]](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_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Controversial Issues: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is discussing the author's views on the presidency, term limits, one-man rule, and the Office of Price Administration (OPA). The author believes that no man should serve as President for more than two terms, and that the OPA is a necessary evil that should be controlled by representatives of the people. The author also discusses the need for cooperation with the general public to ensure a strong Democratic party and government."]](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_0037_thumbnail.jpg "The Importance of Limited Terms and Controlled Economy: A Letter to George B. Schwabe")
![["Dr. Marcia Fite wrote a letter to Congressman George B. Schwabe urging for the liquidation of the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe responded that he is in favor of liquidating the O.P.A. and has consistently voted against its extension in Congress. He thanked Dr. Fite for her views 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_6_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0037_thumbnail.jpg "Urging for the Liquidation of the O.P.A.: A Congressional Perspective")
![["The document is from Herbert Rehberg urging Congressman George B. Schwabe to support the extension of O.P.A without amendments. Schwabe responds by expressing his belief that Congress will not pass such a law, as there is widespread disapproval of O.P.A due to its bungled administration. He emphasizes the importance of individual freedoms and differing views in America. The document from Rehberg is part of a larger effort to urge Congress to extend price control laws without weakening amendments."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Rehberg's Incorporated Stands Firm against O.P.A. Amendments")
![["The document consists of letters from constituents to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing their opinions on the extension of the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and labor legislation. The constituents are against the extension of OPA and advocate for legislation similar to the Case Bill, which was vetoed by the President. They urge Congressman Schwabe to support legislation to control labor and abolish OPA, emphasizing the importance of public opinion and the need for a 2/3 vote in Congress. Congressman Schwabe responds by stating his voting record aligns with the constituents' views and he will continue to oppose OPA and support labor legislation."]](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_0039_thumbnail.jpg "Legislation and Labor: A Call to Action")
![["The author received a postal card from Mr. R. B. Williams regarding the Railroad Retirement Bill pending before Congress. The author signed a discharge petition to bring the bill before the House for consideration but believes there are aspects that could be improved. The author values input from constituents and expresses the importance of representing their views. Mr. Williams urges support for the Crozier Amendment to the bill as a railroad worker."]](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_37_0000-Railroad%20Employees,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Letter Regarding Railroad Retirement Bill: A Call for Support")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, received a letter from the Chairman of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation stating that payments for premiums on copper, lead, and zinc would be retroactive to June 30, 1946. Schwabe had previously communicated with the Quapaw Indian Council regarding the importance of these payments for mining operations in the Tri-State District. He had also expressed doubts about the passing of any legislation until the fate of the OPA bill was determined. Schwabe urged immediate passage of legislation for subsidy payments to prevent a shutdown of mining operations on Quapaw Indian allotments."]](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_16_0000-Premium%20Payments,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Request for Subsidy Payment for Lead and Zinc Mines in Tri-State District")