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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Defending American Values: A Letter on O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0022
- 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. Revival: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Struggling to Survive: A Plea for Help in Tulsa
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Our Republic: Benjamin Franklin's Implied Question Revisited
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The School of Political Action Techniques: A Guide by the National Citizens Political Action Committee
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- URGENT: Support Railroad Reorganization Bill Rule Enactment
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Public Works--United States, Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_37_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Railroad Retirement Act Update and Request for Support
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- United States, Public Works--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Reciprocal Trade Agreements Extension Bill
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Urging Against Reorganization Plan
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Labor and Employment, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Urging Opposition to Governmental Reorganization Plans Two and Three
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Labor and Employment
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C. to Mr. Bing Soph, discussing the O.P.A. and stating that American servicemen fought and died for the people, not special interests. Schwabe argues against the O.P.A. and believes it is un-American and should be abolished. He also mentions pressure groups influencing Congress and expresses his belief that a planned economy will not lead to prosperity. Schwabe also mentions his views align with Democrats from the South and the Midwest."]](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_33_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Defending American Values: A Letter on O.P.A.")
![["The document from Representative George B. Schwabe to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wolk discusses the overwhelming opposition to the revival of O.P.A. or any form of price controls, based on feedback from constituents. Schwabe also mentions the lobbying efforts of black marketers, O.P.A. officials, and bureaucrats to maintain control and keep their jobs. He expresses appreciation for the input from constituents and assures them that he will consider their views when voting on 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_33_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A. Revival: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["The writer expresses concern about the rising cost of living and the impact it is having on her family. She mentions her husband's decreased income and the struggle to afford basic necessities for her children. She also discusses the financial strain of buying a house and worries about saving for her children's future. The writer asks for help in bringing back the Office of Price Administration (O.P.A.) and expresses gratitude for any assistance that can be provided."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Struggling to Survive: A Plea for Help in Tulsa")
![["Benjamin Franklin emphasized the importance of maintaining the Republic that had been given to the people. This message is still relevant today, as emphasized by W.S. Hallinan at a meeting of the Independent Petroleum Association of America in Houston, Texas."]](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_35_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving Our Republic: Benjamin Franklin's Implied Question Revisited")
![["The document is about a political action guide being conducted by the National Citizens Political Action Committee in Washington, D.C. from June 26-29, 1946. The guide aims to provide instruction on political action techniques."]](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_35_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_35_0010_thumbnail.jpg "The School of Political Action Techniques: A Guide by the National Citizens Political Action Committee")
![["The document is a telegram regarding the Reed Railroad Reorganization Bill, urging the recipient to attend a meeting to support the enactment of the bill in order to save billions of dollars of investments for individual stockholders and bondholders. The telegram is from the National Conference of Railroad Investors."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "URGENT: Support Railroad Reorganization Bill Rule Enactment")
![["The author, John L. Dunn, is writing to Honorable George B. Schwabe to thank him for sending copies of the Railroad Retirement act. The local Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen is requesting a reduction in years of service required for pension eligibility. The bill has been reported out of committee and is awaiting consideration by the house. Dunn wishes Schwabe and his family well."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Railroad Retirement Act Update and Request for Support")
![["Mr. Schwabe received a telegram from Mr. Gates requesting him to use his influence to exclude arms and ammunition from the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Extension Bill. Mr. Schwabe is familiar with the bill and will vote for any amendments proposed by the Republican opposition. He is opposed to the extension of the bill and giving the President the authority to fix tariffs. Mr. Gates also sent a telegram expressing the importance of excluding arms and ammunition from the bill for national defense reasons."]](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_38_0000-Reciprocal%20Trade,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Reciprocal Trade Agreements Extension Bill")
![["A telegram dated June 26, 1946, urges Honorable George Schwabe to vote against President's reorganization plans two and three. The Oklahoma State Federation of Labor wants to keep the United States Employees Compensation Commission as a separate agency. The sender, J. Cline, is the House President of the Federation."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Urging Against Reorganization Plan")
![["The Western Union president is sending a telegram to George B. Schwabe urging him to oppose Governmental Reorganization Plans Two and Three. Plan Two continues wartime Coast Guard control of merchant seamen instead of returning control to the Commerce Department, while Plan Three is deemed illegal by the House Judiciary Committee as it eliminates the US Workmen's Compensation Commission. The sender requests assistance in rejecting both plans and invites suggestions from patrons."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Urging Opposition to Governmental Reorganization Plans Two and Three")