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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Impact of OPA on Private Enterprise: A Call for Change
- Date:
- 1945-09-21
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns about Demobilization and the Draft: A Letter from George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1945-09-21
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Between Congressman Schwabe and Attorney Ernest R. Brown Regarding Labor Deferment Bill
- Date:
- 1945-09-22
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Plea for Relief: The Coffee Crisis of 1945
- Date:
- 1945-09-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Foreign relations, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Letter from George B. Schwabe to Harold Knutson Regarding President's Deferred Labor Plan
- Date:
- 1945-09-27
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma Senate Resolution for Veterans Homestead Act, 1945
- Date:
- 1945-09-28
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Townsend Bill and Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1945-09-29
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence on Labor Shortage and Unemployment Compensation Opposition in 1945
- Date:
- 1945-10-01
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Taxation Law and legislation--United States, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Coffee Crisis: A Plea for Relief
- Date:
- 1945-10-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Support: Correspondence Between George Schwabe and Walter O'Bannon
- Date:
- 1945-10-02
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, expressing his opposition to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) and advocating for the abolishment of federal bureaus that stifle private enterprise. He criticizes President Truman's approach to shifting the functions of bureaus to established government departments. The second letter is from Jenkins Music Company, expressing concern over OPA's pricing policies impacting the distributing field and urging action to protect the welfare of constituents. Both letters highlight the negative impact of OPA's policies on businesses and the economy."]](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_3_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Impact of OPA on Private Enterprise: A Call for Change")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, in response to a letter from Ira C. Shimp regarding demobilization of army and navy forces. Schwabe agrees with Shimp's views on the draft and suggests that only younger boys are being drafted, while older defense workers are not. He also criticizes the point system for discharge and argues for a fairer system based on length of service. Schwabe has made recommendations to President Truman for speeding up demobilization and has introduced bills in the House to support his recommendations. Shimp also expresses frustration with the lack of action on demobilization and calls for continued drafting to provide replacements for overseas soldiers."]](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_44_0000-Selective%20Service,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_44_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns about Demobilization and the Draft: A Letter from George B. Schwabe")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe to attorney Ernest R. Brown, discussing their opposition to certain bills pending in Congress regarding labor deferment and compensation for defense workers. Brown expresses his objections to the bills, citing concerns about wasteful spending and favoritism towards defense workers. He urges Schwabe to work towards defeating the legislation and suggests that any government funds should be given to veterans instead. Brown also questions why certain classes of workers are being singled out for special treatment. Schwabe acknowledges Brown's concerns and assures him of his opposition to the bills."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Between Congressman Schwabe and Attorney Ernest R. Brown Regarding Labor Deferment Bill")
![["The document from Cain's Coffee Company to George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, explains the difficulties they are facing with the Office of Price Administration (OPA) in procuring coffee at established ceiling prices. The company highlights issues such as shippers evading ceiling prices, competition from European countries, and larger distributors purchasing coffee above ceiling prices. They request relief in the form of either removing regulations on coffee or allowing a reasonable increase in ceiling prices. They urge Schwabe to support efforts to address the situation and provide relief to small and medium-sized roasters."]](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_3_54_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_54_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Plea for Relief: The Coffee Crisis of 1945")
![["The document is a letter from George B. Schwabe to Harold Knutson regarding a letter he received from a constituent in support of the Committee's decision on the $25.00 per week deferred labor plan of the President. Schwabe expresses his belief that the Committee is acting in the best interests of the country and hopes they will not be swayed by the President's threat to take the matter further with 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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Letter from George B. Schwabe to Harold Knutson Regarding President's Deferred Labor Plan")
![["The document is a letter from J. Wm. Cordell, Secretary of the Oklahoma State Senate, to George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. The document forwards a copy of House Concurrent Resolution No. 28, which requests the investigation of dividing government-owned lands at the Oklahoma Ordnance Works into small tracts for sale to disabled ex-service men and women and merchant marines of World War I and II. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives and Senate in April 1945."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Veterans,%201945-1946/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_22_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma Senate Resolution for Veterans Homestead Act, 1945")
![["Congressman George B. Schwabe expresses his support for old age assistance for those who qualify, but criticizes the inclusion of unnecessary political positions in the bill. A constituent, William Burns, questions Schwabe about his support for the Townsend Bill HR 2229 and indicates he will vote for a congressman who supports a national old age pension."]](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_2_0000-Old%20Age%20Assistance,%201944-1945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_2_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Townsend Bill and Old Age Assistance: A Letter Exchange")
![["George B. Schwabe, a Member of Congress, received telegrams from Banfield Packing Company and Banfield Brothers Packing Co. expressing opposition to the proposed $25 weekly unemployment compensation program. Schwabe reassured the companies that he also opposed the bill and believed it would not pass Congress. He believed President Truman advocated for the bill for political reasons, but Congress was unlikely to pass it. Schwabe thanked the companies for contacting him and stated his position would not change."]](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_11_0000-Unemployment,%201945/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_7_11_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence on Labor Shortage and Unemployment Compensation Opposition in 1945")
![["The document is a letter written by Cain's Coffee Company to Congressman George B. Schwabe and Congressman Mike Monroney discussing the difficulties in purchasing coffee due to high prices and competition from foreign countries. The company requests immediate relief from the situation and urges the Congressmen to take action. The document also includes information about a telegram offering coffee at prices above ceiling prices and the need for urgent response to the offer."]](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_3_55_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_55_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Coffee Crisis: A Plea for Relief")
![["In the first letter, George Schwabe expresses his frustration with the current political situation and praises Walter O'Bannon for his insightful views on labor issues. He mentions their past connection and requests feedback on his views. In the second letter, Walter O'Bannon shares his concerns about labor strikes, government spending, and the need for a new labor law. He offers his support to George Schwabe and acknowledges the challenges he faces in his position."]](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_3_56_0000-Price%20Administration,%201945/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_56_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Support: Correspondence Between George Schwabe and Walter O'Bannon")