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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0028
- 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. Policy: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0031
- 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.: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Bureaucracy and Government Management: A Congressman's Perspective
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against O.P.A.: Correspondence with Mrs. H.P. McKillip
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- A Plea for the Extension of the Selective Service Draft Act
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_51_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Equal Rights for Enlisted Men: A Call for Justice in Terminal Leave Pay
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Congressman George B. Schwabe's Letter to Chairman Doughton Advocating for H.R. 5978
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Letter from George Schwabe to Robert Doughton Regarding Tax Legislation H.R. 5978
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Taxation Law and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding the Advocacy of H.R. 5978 Tax Bill in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-05-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0055
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation from American Unitarian Youth to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-05-09
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document consists of two letters expressing opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and its policies. The first letter, written by George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, criticizes the OPA as obnoxious and un-American. Schwabe details his opposition to the OPA and its practices and expresses gratitude for the recipient's similar views. The second letter, written by the Treasurer of Iverson Tool Company, also criticizes the OPA's policies and advocates for the lifting of price controls to allow for a more normal economy. The document also calls for Congress to reduce government expenses by cutting unnecessary employees."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A. Policy: Correspondence with George B. Schwabe")
![["Mrs. Fred H. Gordon wrote a letter to Representative George B. Schwabe expressing her dissatisfaction with the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and urging for its abolition. Representative Schwabe responded, stating that he has consistently opposed the OPA and voted against its extension, as he believes it is a detrimental and un-American entity within the government. He also criticizes the bureaucracy within the government and expresses his gratitude for Mrs. Gordon's input."]](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_21_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_21_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to O.P.A.: A Letter from Representative George B. Schwabe")
![["Rev. Orndorff expresses concerns about shortages and high prices due to O.P.A.'s mismanagement. Congressman Schwabe responds by stating his opposition to O.P.A. extension, criticizing bureaucracy and planned economy, and emphasizing the importance of following the wishes of the people as expressed by Congress. Schwabe thanks Orndorff for his views and states that they help him understand the wishes 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_23_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_23_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Bureaucracy and Government Management: A Congressman's Perspective")
![["Mrs. McKillip expresses her opposition to the continuation of the O.P.A. due to its mishandling of affairs related to the home. She urges Congressman Schwabe to curb the influence of the CIO-PAC, Communists, and bureaucrats within the O.P.A. Schwabe responds, stating his consistent opposition to the O.P.A. and criticizing the bureaucracy's lack of respect for Congress and the people's representatives. He emphasizes the inefficiency of planned economy under a system of free enterprise."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against O.P.A.: Correspondence with Mrs. H.P. McKillip")
![["The document includes a letter from R.C. Lennon to Congressman George Schwabe advocating for the extension of the Selective Service Draft Act. Lennon's son, serving in Korea, expressed concern about the potential consequences of not extending the draft. Lennon highlights the importance of supporting the troops and ensuring a fair and efficient system for providing replacements for those entitled to be released. He also mentions concerns about extraneous matters included in the Extension Bill and urges the Congressmen to consider the impact of their decisions on the families of servicemen."]](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_46_0000-Selective%20Service,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_46_0018_thumbnail.jpg "A Plea for the Extension of the Selective Service Draft Act")
![["Mr. Nathan Carter writes to Representative George B. Schwabe advocating for payment of terminal leave to enlisted men, including retroactive leave pay for discharged men. He highlights the injustices faced by enlisted men compared to commissioned officers and shares his personal experience serving in the Navy. Representative Schwabe responds, expressing his support for the cause and acknowledging the inequalities that exist. He assures Mr. Carter that he will work towards granting enlisted men comparable rights to commissioned officers."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Equal Rights for Enlisted Men: A Call for Justice in Terminal Leave Pay")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, wrote a letter to the Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means regarding H.R. 5978, a tax-related bill. He enclosed a letter from a prominent tax attorney in Tulsa, Harold E. Rorschach, who recommended the bill for serious consideration. Schwabe urged the committee to give the bill early and serious consideration and to possibly pass it with retroactive provision."]](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_8_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman George B. Schwabe's Letter to Chairman Doughton Advocating for H.R. 5978")
![["George Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives from Oklahoma, writes to the Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means regarding H.R. 5978. He forwards a letter from a tax attorney recommending the bill for consideration, emphasizing the attorney's expertise and reputation. Schwabe urges the Chairman to give the bill serious and early consideration, and potentially recommend its passage with retroactive provisions."]](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_9_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0006_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Letter from George Schwabe to Robert Doughton Regarding Tax Legislation H.R. 5978")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Honorable Robert L. Doughton, Chairman of the House Committee on Ways and Means, regarding a bill (H.R. 5978) related to taxes. Schwabe received a letter from Harold E. Rorschach, a tax attorney, recommending the bill be passed. Schwabe agrees with Rorschach's recommendation and expresses his support for the bill, emphasizing the importance of considering it seriously and promptly."]](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_9_0000-Taxation,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_9_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding the Advocacy of H.R. 5978 Tax Bill in 1946")
![["The document is from the American Unitarian Youth to Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing appreciation for her remarks on \"The \"Negro\" Soldier\" and requesting copies for their Council members. The document also includes a list of Council members and their positions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0000-Negro%20Soldiers%20Correspondence%20and%20Data,%20March%2011-May,%201947/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0055_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation from American Unitarian Youth to Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")