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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Rent Controls in Tulsa: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Norman Barker
- Date:
- 1946-07-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call for Price Controls: A Letter to Mr. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-07
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Government Subsidies and New Deal Philosophy Between Congressman George Schwabe and Constituent Martha Landers
- Date:
- 1946-07-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_6_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Opposition to the Equal Rights Amendment in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA Revival: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Leo H. Gorton
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and W.T. Dimick
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Correspondence on Post-OPA Price Controls
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe Regarding O. P. A. Bill Veto
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Debate Over O.P.A. Continuation: A Business Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the Revival of the O.P.A.: Correspondence from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Norman Barker writes to Congressman George B. Schwabe expressing concern about rent gouging in Tulsa and the need for rent controls. Schwabe acknowledges Barker's letter and expresses his opposition to further government regulation in people's lives. Barker also mentions his loyalty to Schwabe and his intention to vote for him in the upcoming election."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Rent Controls in Tulsa: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Norman Barker")
![["The document from Mr. Gustafson to Mr. Schwabe discusses the importance of maintaining price controls to prevent piracy and keep essential goods affordable for the average wage-earner. Mr. Gustafson expresses concern about rent increases and rising meat prices following the removal of price controls, and urges Mr. Schwabe to support a bill to reinstate these regulations. He highlights the impact of rising costs on workers' wages and stresses the need for government intervention to protect consumers from exploitation."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Call for Price Controls: A Letter to Mr. Schwabe")
![["The document is a conversation between Mrs. Martha Landers and Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding subsidies for lead and zinc producers. Mrs. Landers expresses frustration with operators benefiting from subsidies while miners receive little. She questions the fairness of these subsidies and suggests that businesses should change if they are not profitable. Congressman Schwabe acknowledges her concerns and warns against the dangers of a paternalistic 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_7_6_0000-Subsidies,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Government Subsidies and New Deal Philosophy Between Congressman George Schwabe and Constituent Martha Landers")
![["The document from the Oklahoma State Industrial Union Council requests Congressman George B. Schwabe to oppose the Equal Rights Amendment, as they believe it would deprive women of equal protection in the workforce. The Congressman responds that he has not yet studied the proposed measure but will give it serious consideration before any vote is taken. The union council emphasizes the important role women played during the war and advocates for equal pay for equal work."]](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_6_0000-Equal%20Rights,%201945-1946/thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_6_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Opposition to the Equal Rights Amendment in 1946")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Leo H. Gorton expresses gratitude for Gorton's views against the revival of the OPA. Schwabe states his consistent opposition to the bill and appreciates Gorton's agreement with his stance. Gorton's letter to Schwabe also opposes the revival of the OPA, citing concerns about the organization's costs and potential negative effects on the economy. Gorton suggests that rent control should be retained instead of reviving 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_6_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA Revival: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and Leo H. Gorton")
![["The document includes two letters, one from George B. Schwabe expressing his opposition to the OPA (Office of Price Administration) and his agreement with the recipient's views on the matter. The second letter, from the President of Overhead Door Co. of Okla., Inc., also expresses opposition to the OPA and urges George Schwabe to do everything in his power to defeat any new legislation under OPA. Both letters highlight the negative impact of OPA on American business and advocate for its elimination."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to OPA: Correspondence between George B. Schwabe and W.T. Dimick")
![["Congressman George Schwabe received a letter from the Ozark Chemical Company stating that they have not raised prices on their commodities since the expiration of price controls and do not plan to do so unless there are further increases in costs. They believe in allowing natural forces of supply and demand to regulate prices and are against returning to production restrictions imposed by the O.P.A. Congressman Schwabe agrees with this sentiment and believes in the integrity and patriotic instincts of business men and people in order to maintain a successful economic system."]](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_25_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Correspondence on Post-OPA Price Controls")
![["The document is expressing support for the President's decision to not reinstate controls after vetoing the O.P.A. Bill. The family believes that American business should be given the opportunity to produce goods and services at a fair price, with the possibility of rent control at a maximum 15% increase. They suggest that if prices get out of line, the new Congress should take action next year."]](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_26_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_26_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Representative George B. Schwabe Regarding O. P. A. Bill Veto")
![["The document is a letter from Richards and Conover Hardware Company to Congressman George S. Schwabe expressing their opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and their decision to sell merchandise at pre-June 30th, 1946 prices. They believe in leaving the economy to businessmen and industry rather than government intervention. The company promises to maintain prices unless there is an increase from manufacturers or freight carriers. They also express their appreciation for the congressman's views and hope to influence their district representative."]](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_28_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0025_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate Over O.P.A. Continuation: A Business Perspective")
![["The document from Mr. George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responds to Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Springer's letter expressing their opposition to the revival of the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration). Mr. Schwabe agrees with their views, stating that the O.P.A. is un-American in principle and should not be resurrected. He urges them to share their opinions with their representative in Congress who is a strong supporter of the O.P.A. The document also mentions other individuals who share the same views on the matter."]](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_29_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the Revival of the O.P.A.: Correspondence from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")