Correspondence Between Vice President of Bartlett-Collins Company and Congressman Schwabe Regarding Proposed War Workers' Gratuity, 1945, 1945-08-13
Scope and Contents
The document consists of two letters discussing a proposed gratuity of $25 per week for certain classes of war workers. The first letter acknowledges receipt of the proposal and states that Congressman Schwabe has actively opposed it. The second letter expresses concerns about the proposal, including potential delays in reconversion, encouragement of people to take a vacation instead of returning to work, and the impact on inflation and unemployment. The letter suggests that money should be given to returning GI's instead.
Dates
- Creation: 1945-08-13
Creator
Language of Materials
English
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Full Extent
3 Pages
Abstract
79th (1945-1947)
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository