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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to H.R. 2346: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Families
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_25_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Update on O.P.A. Bill and Wherry Amendment
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Price Control and the Resurrection of O.P.A.: A Letter to Representative George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Price Control Controversy: A Congressman's Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Constituent Correspondence: Price Controls and O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter Regarding O.P.A Situation
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Ghost of Depression: A Call for Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Debate on Price Control: A Congressman's Response
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns About Price Control: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Telegram Correspondence Regarding Terminal Leave Pay Bill
- Date:
- 1946-07-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe received a letter from Ted Livingston, Post Commander of Sullivan Lewis Post No. 182, urging him to oppose bill H.R. 2346 which grants members of the Merchant Marine similar rights to veterans under the G.I. bill. Schwabe agrees with Livingston's position and believes that the bill is unlikely to pass. He assures Livingston that he will vote against the measure if it comes to the House for a vote."]](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_83_0000-Merchant%20Seamen,%201945-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_83_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to H.R. 2346: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a telegram from Mr. W.A. Brent regarding the O.P.A. bill and Wherry Amendment. Schwabe discusses the uncertainty surrounding the bill in the Senate and assures Brent that he will do his best to address the concerns raised in the telegram. Additionally, The document includes a telegram from Brent to Schwabe expressing concerns about the freezing date of margins on electrical appliances in the bill. Brent suggests changing the date to January 1st, 1946 to protect wholesalers from financial losses."]](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_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Update on O.P.A. Bill and Wherry Amendment")
![["The document is from Mr. and Mrs. Richard Feldman urging Representative George Schwabe to support the resurrection of the O.P.A. or a strong price control bill as it will determine their vote in the upcoming election. Schwabe responds by stating he will vote in the best interest of his district and the nation, and expresses his belief that price controls are not suitable for a peace time economy. He also criticizes the administration of the O.P.A. and states that inflation exists despite claims to the contrary. The document from the Feldman's is a similar plea for Schwabe to support price controls."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Price Control and the Resurrection of O.P.A.: A Letter to Representative George Schwabe")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe to Mrs. J.E. Mattern discusses the overwhelming opposition to the revival of price controls, particularly O.P.A., among constituents. Schwabe expresses his belief that rent control is the only form of price control that many people are interested in, citing complaints from both landlords and tenants in districts where rent control has been in effect. He also criticizes the poor administration of O.P.A. and the lobbying efforts of those who benefit from price controls. Schwabe assures Mattern that he values her input and will make decisions in Congress based on the views of his constituents."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Price Control Controversy: A Congressman's Perspective")
![["The document is a letter from a congressman to a constituent regarding the issue of price control, specifically the revival of O.P.A. The congressman states that the majority of constituents are opposed to price controls, except for rent controls. He criticizes the poor administration of O.P.A. and the lobbying efforts of those who benefit from the controls. The congressman appreciates feedback from constituents and promises to vote based on the best judgment. The document also includes a section written in code, which is difficult to decipher."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Constituent Correspondence: Price Controls and O.P.A.")
![["The sender of the letter is responding to a telegram from Mr. John W. Warner, who voted for the sender two years ago but is now hesitant to do so again unless the sender takes action against the O.P.A. The sender explains that he has always been against the O.P.A. and other New Deal policies, and has consistently voted in line with his campaign promises. He acknowledges that Mr. Warner has the right to his own views, but also expresses his own views on the matter. The sender emphasizes that the responsibility for current issues lies with the majority in Congress who support the New Deal policies."]](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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0024_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter Regarding O.P.A Situation")
![["The author, George B. Schwabe, is responding to a constituent, Hunter Miracle, regarding the issue of price control. Schwabe states that the majority of constituents are opposed to the revival of price controls, particularly rent controls. He believes that bureaucratic control, such as the O.P.A., is difficult to eliminate once established. Schwabe acknowledges the lobbying efforts of black marketers and O.P.A. officials to maintain control. He appreciates hearing from constituents and promises to vote based on their input. Miracle urges Schwabe to do all in his power to retain price control."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "The Ghost of Depression: A Call for Price Control")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to a constituent's concern about the revival of the Office of Price Administration (OPA). Schwabe explains that he has received overwhelming opposition to price controls from constituents, particularly in regards to rent control. He believes that bureaucratic control is difficult to eliminate once implemented and that the OPA was poorly administered. He acknowledges the lobbying efforts of those who benefit from price controls but assures the constituent that he will consider their views when voting on the issue. The constituent, John B. Shaw, expresses concern that Schwabe will vote against the OPA due to being up for reelection."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Debate on Price Control: A Congressman's Response")
![["The first letter from George B. Schwabe discusses the overwhelming opposition to the revival of price controls, specifically O.P.A, from constituents. He notes that both landlords and tenants are against rent controls and that bureaucratic control is difficult to administer and unpopular. Schwabe mentions the lobbying efforts of black marketers and bureaucrats to maintain controls. The second letter from Dick Kinmond expresses concern about inflation and urges Schwabe to vote for an extension of price controls to help veterans and the general public cope with rising prices."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns About Price Control: A Letter Exchange")
![["A telegram is being sent to Mr. Lon Grissom regarding the Senate Committee on Military Affairs stating that the terminal leave pay bill passed by the House will be reported favorably to the Senate. The sender, George B. Schwabe, believes the bill will pass and become law in the near future. Mr. Grissom is being asked for his opinion on the bill's passage as a war veteran. The telegram is being sent using the Western Union service."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Telegram Correspondence Regarding Terminal Leave Pay Bill")