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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Agricultural Price Controls: A Call for Fairness in Washington
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Anti-Price Control Legislation: A Thank You Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for Free Enterprise: A Correspondence with Barney Stewart Lumber Company
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter of Appreciation
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Gratitude for Opposing Price Controls: A Letter from Congressman George J. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Price Controls: A Congressional Response
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Social Security and Old Age Assistance between George B. Schwabe and Harvey G. Hays, 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_6_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on the Use of Scarce Commodities for Liquor Production in 1946
- Date:
- 1946-07-12
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Constituents communication with members of the United States Congress
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["A congressman, George B. Schwab, received a letter from a farmer, H.P. Lee Jr., expressing disapproval of legislation involving price controls. Schwab acknowledges Lee's concerns and mentions that many others share the same sentiment. Schwab appreciates Lee's contribution to his thinking and agrees that farmers need to be given a fair deal. Lee also expresses his desire for the OPA to remain dead and for a return to the American way of life."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Agricultural Price Controls: A Call for Fairness in Washington")
![["The document is a thank you letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe to the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce for their communication expressing disapproval of legislation involving further price controls. Schwabe mentions that the majority of constituents are opposed to price controls and appreciates the Chamber's contribution to his thinking on the matter. The Chamber of Commerce endorses Schwabe's stand on the issue."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Anti-Price Control Legislation: A Thank You Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C.")
![["The document is a response from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, to Barney Stewart Lumber Company regarding their disapproval of price controls. Schwabe expresses gratitude for their communication and mentions that many others share the same sentiment. He also highlights the importance of free enterprise and increased production to reduce prices on building materials. Barney Stewart Jr. of the lumber company also congratulates Schwabe on his stance against price controls and expresses their intention to reduce prices due to the elimination of red tape from operating under 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_29_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_29_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Free Enterprise: A Correspondence with Barney Stewart Lumber Company")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, thanking individuals for their disapproval of legislation involving further price controls. He mentions receiving overwhelming opposition from constituents and others in Oklahoma. Schwabe appreciates the clear and original statements made by the recipients of the letter and acknowledges their contribution to his thinking. The document also includes a telegram congratulating Schwabe on his stance against price controls, suggesting that after 30 days it may be demonstrated that price controls are not necessary."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter of Appreciation")
![["The document is from Congressman George B. Schwabe thanking Mr. Dan J. Davisson for expressing his disapproval of price controls legislation. Schwabe notes that many others share Davisson's views and that he has included his communication in the Congressional Record. Davisson's communication emphasizes the failure of the OPA to control living costs and shortages, and expresses opposition to rent control. Davisson urges standing firm against propaganda and protecting property rights."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, thanking Mr. R. R. Reed for his communication expressing disapproval of legislation involving price controls. Schwabe states that most constituents are opposed to price controls and appreciates Reed's input, so much so that he included Reed's communication in the Congressional Record. Reed also sent a telegram to Schwabe regarding rent payments and suggesting ways to deal with slow payers."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Price Controls: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George Schwabe thanking Mr. Be L. Martin, Mr. D. C. Stamper, Mrs. J. O. Vartan, Mr. H. C. Martin, Mr. Ja L. Martin, and Mr. Carl Baker for their communication expressing disapproval of legislation involving price controls. Schwabe mentions that the majority of constituents are opposed to price controls and that he has included the communication in the Congressional Record. He thanks them for their clear statement and originality, and expresses appreciation for their cooperation. Additionally, there is a brief telegram from E L Martin thanking Schwabe for his work against the O.P.A."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Gratitude for Opposing Price Controls: A Letter from Congressman George J. Schwabe")
![["The document is a thank you letter from George B. Schwabe to Edward L. Allison, Frank M. Engle, Markham P. Johnson, and Dean Beebe for their communication expressing disapproval of further price controls. Schwabe mentions that the majority of constituents are against price controls and he has included their communication in the Congressional Record without disclosing their identity. Additionally, there is mention of President Truman's stance on inflation and a hope that Congress does not weaken on the issue."]](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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Price Controls: A Congressional Response")
![["Mr. Harvey G. Hays, a 74-year-old man from Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, wrote a letter to George B. Schwabe, expressing his concerns about the Social Security Act and the lack of sufficient retirement benefits. Hays had been struggling to find permanent employment due to his age and had been receiving old age assistance until he found a job at Spartan Aircraft. Despite working for over five years, his retirement pension was not enough to cover his living expenses, and he was unable to qualify for Old Age Relief due to having saved some money. Hays questioned the handling of the accumulated funds for retirement benefits and expressed his worries about the future of the Social Security system. Schwabe responded by acknowledging Hays' concerns and discussing the flaws in the current system, expressing little hope for improvement under the current Congress."]](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_3_0000-Socialized%20Medicine,%201946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_3_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Social Security and Old Age Assistance between George B. Schwabe and Harvey G. Hays, 1946")
![["The document is a response to Mrs. W.C. Beaty's opposition to the use of grain and sugar in manufacturing liquors and intoxicating drinks. The writer agrees with her opposition and criticizes the government for allowing the use of scarce items for such purposes. The writer also suggests that distillers may have obtained sugar and grain through the black market due to mismanagement by the administration."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on the Use of Scarce Commodities for Liquor Production in 1946")