Appeal for Classification and Protection of Angora Rabbit Wool Industry in United States, 1945-01-01 - 1946-12-31

Item — Box: 7, Folder: 7

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_7_0003

Scope and Contents

The letter is addressed to Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the importance of the Angora Rabbit Wool industry in the United States. The writer discusses the growth of the industry since imports were cut off during the war, and expresses concern about foreign competition once European countries resume production. The writer requests a classification for Angora Rabbit wool and a 50% ad valorem duty to protect American producers. The mills and spinners also support these requests.

Dates

Creation: 1945-01-01 - 1946-12-31

Creator

Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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