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- 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)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Protest Against Abandonment of Price and Rental Controls
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Request for Congressional Voting Record on O.P.A.
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0027
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Title: Opposition to Truman's Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Supporting the President's Plan Against Inflationary Crisis
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- In Support of Rent Control and Fair Housing Practices
- Date:
- 1946-07-08
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0070
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Copy of Talk: The Negro Soldier on Feb 1, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress, African Americans
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_2.2_23_1_0079
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Request for Speech on the Record of Negro Servicemen
- Date:
- 1946-07-09
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Democratic Party (U.S.), African Americans, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["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.")
![["The document is from Mr. C. W. Hart to George B. Schwabe, expressing concern and protest over the abandonment of price and rental controls. Hart urges immediate action to restore these controls and mentions that many people are in favor of allowing O.P.A. to remain permanently. Schwabe acknowledges the input from constituents and expresses appreciation for their opinions, stating that he is trying to represent their thinking to the best of his ability."]](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_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Protest Against Abandonment of Price and Rental Controls")
![["Mr. R. C. Kinmond requests the voting record on O.P.A from George B. Schwabe. Schwabe responds that he consistently voted against an extension of O.P.A and offers to provide more specific information upon request. Schwabe also explains the different occasions on which the voting took place in Congress. Kinmond requests the record of the Congressional vote on O.P.A from Schwabe."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Congressional Voting Record on O.P.A.")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Mr. W. H. Wood in response to a telegram urging support for Truman's price control. Schwabe states that most of the people in his district and from whom he has heard are against the resurrection of the O.P.A. He values hearing from his constituents and appreciates their 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_32_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_32_0027_thumbnail.jpg "Title: Opposition to Truman's Price Control")
![["The document from George B. Schwabe, M.C., responds to Mr. and Mrs. O.B. Irizarry's request for support of the President's plan against inflationary crisis. Schwabe expresses his belief that the majority of his constituents are against O.P.A. and criticizes the bureau as un-American and responsible for inflation. He suggests that the New Deal philosophy of planned economy has caused inflation and advocates for cutting out deficit spending. Schwabe acknowledges the distress of the Irizarry's but states that he cannot support the current administration's approach. He emphasizes the importance of hearing views from his constituency and ends the letter with well wishes."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Supporting the President's Plan Against Inflationary Crisis")
![["The document from Miss Vivian Miller to George B. Schwabe expresses concerns about rent control and the hardships she is facing due to high rent and poor living conditions. She also commends Schwabe for his work and urges him to fight for the rights of people against unscrupulous landlords. Schwabe responds by acknowledging her letter, discussing the impact of rent control, and encouraging her to continue to be engaged in public affairs and exercise her right to 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_6_33_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0023_thumbnail.jpg "In Support of Rent Control and Fair Housing Practices")
![["William J. Clarke requests a copy of a talk given by Hon. H.B. Douglas on \"The \"Negro\" soldier\" on Feb 1, 1946, and thanks them in advance for providing it. The document is addressed to Hon. Helen Gahagan Douglas in Washington, D.C."]](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_0070_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Copy of Talk: The Negro Soldier on Feb 1, 1946")
![["The National Conference of Christians and Jews, Inc. is requesting a copy of Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas's speech on the record of \"Negro\" servicemen from Mr. Robert E. G. Harris of the Los Angeles Daily News. They would like to add it to their files."]](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_0079_thumbnail.jpg "Request for Speech on the Record of Negro Servicemen")