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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding OPA MPR 540 Relief for Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Policy Area:
- Commerce
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Fair Profit Margins in the Meat Industry: The Barkley Amendment to the Price Control Act
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and John W. Sager Regarding the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Local PAC Secretary and Congressman Regarding Anti-Poll Tax Bill and Other Legislations
- Date:
- 1945-06-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Promoting Economic Recovery: A Weekly Report from the Chamber of Commerce of the United States
- Date:
- 1945-06-18
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Education--United States, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Importance of Protecting the Patent System: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-06-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banking law
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_6_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Domestic Cablegram Sent for Victory: June 19, 1945
- Date:
- 1945-06-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Federal Estate Taxes for Deceased War Veterans
- Date:
- 1945-06-19
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding War Food Order 126 Quota Bases
- Date:
- 1945-06-20
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Names:
- Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Importance of Communication: A Letter to George B. Schwabe, M.C. from C.E. Buchner
- Date:
- 1945-06-20
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["George B. Schwabe, M.C. received a telegram from the Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association regarding OPA MPR 540. He forwarded the telegram to the Office of Price Administration for consideration and requested prompt relief for the situation. Schwabe also sent a letter to Zenas Le Potter at the Office of Price Administration, enclosing the telegram and asking for prompt consideration and relief."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0004.jpg "Inquiry Regarding OPA MPR 540 Relief for Tulsa Used Car Dealers Association")
![["The document is a letter from Wilbur La Roe, Jr., the General Counsel of The National Independent Meat Packers Association, to the Honorable George B. Schwabe explaining the Barkley amendment to the Price Control Act in relation to the meat price problem. The main points of the letter include the need for a fair profit margin for processing each species of livestock, the differences in opinion between the meat packers and OPA, and the importance of having this requirement written into law rather than relying on personal promises. The document urges support for the Barkley amendment as it strengthens price control."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0007.jpg "Advocating for Fair Profit Margins in the Meat Industry: The Barkley Amendment to the Price Control Act")
![["John W Sager, a Federal employee from Bixby, Oklahoma, wrote to Honorable George B. Schwabe urging his support for the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill. Schwabe responded, stating that the bill had already passed in the House and he supported it. He believed that the Senate may have a different approach, but was confident that a measure benefiting Federal employees would be adopted."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_5_20_0019.jpg "Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and John W. Sager Regarding the Federal Employees Salary Adjustment Bill")
![["Mr. Burton wrote to Mr. Schwabe asking for support for the Anti-Poll Tax Bill, expressing concern about the elimination of the FEPC from the War Agencies Appropriation Bill, and requesting the extension of the Price Control Act without changes. Mr. Schwabe responded, clarifying the status of the bills in Congress and expressing appreciation for Mr. Burton's input."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0007.jpg "Correspondence between Local PAC Secretary and Congressman Regarding Anti-Poll Tax Bill and Other Legislations")
![["The document discusses various business and economic issues, including universal military training, profit allowance by the OPA, monetary safeguards, labor relations, branch plants abroad, and international aviation. It also mentions the importance of maintaining a flexible price fixing policy and the need for competent executives to administer laws effectively. Additionally, it emphasizes the role of the OPA in protecting the profit system of American businesses and the importance of constant scrutiny of administrative methods."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_49_0009.jpg "Promoting Economic Recovery: A Weekly Report from the Chamber of Commerce of the United States")
![["The McGraw Electric Company is expressing concern about potential changes to the patent system that would limit the rights of patent holders and potentially harm smaller companies. They argue that the current patent system has been crucial in fostering innovation and protecting the rights of inventors. They also highlight their own success in developing and licensing patents, and express skepticism about the motives of larger corporations in seeking changes to the system."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_5_0011.jpg "The Importance of Protecting the Patent System: A Letter to Congressman Schwabe")
![["The document is a telegram sent on June 19, 1945, regarding the House passing a resolution related to deducting expenses for drilling and development costs. The message is addressed to various oil companies and banks in Oklahoma."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_6_0006.jpg "Domestic Cablegram Sent for Victory: June 19, 1945")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Mr. Sidney H. Davis, an engineer from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Schwabe expresses gratitude for Davis's suggestions regarding federal estate or inheritance taxes for deceased veterans. He also offers condolences for the loss of Davis's son in the war and shares information about his own sons who are serving in the military. Schwabe promises to consider Davis's suggestions and take action if possible."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_7_8_0012.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Federal Estate Taxes for Deceased War Veterans")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, received a letter from Chester Bowles, Administrator of the Office of Price Administration, in response to a telegram Schwabe sent regarding quota bases assigned by the War Food Administration. Bowles confirmed that the quota bases assigned will remain valid during the interim quota period. Schwabe expressed his determination to continue challenging the bureau with the support of his constituents."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0003.jpg "Correspondence Regarding War Food Order 126 Quota Bases")
![["George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, expresses his views on important legislation, such as the OPA extension bill and the Reciprocal Trade Agreement, to C. E. Buchner, the Executive Manager of the Independent Petroleum Association of America. Schwabe mentions that he has not received much feedback from oil operators in his district on these issues and offers to write an article for a magazine on the importance of oil operators communicating with their Congressmen about proposed oil legislation. Buchner appreciates Schwabe's updates on legislation and encourages more engagement from the oil industry."]](/thumb/CAC_CC_047_1_6_38_0005.jpg "Importance of Communication: A Letter to George B. Schwabe, M.C. from C.E. Buchner")