Investigation of Price Control and Rationing Regulations: Remarks of Hon. Edward J. Gardner, 1944-11-01

Item — Box: 3, Folder: 47

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_3_47_0009

Scope and Contents

Hon. Edward J. Gardner of Ohio in the House of Representatives on May 3, 1945, expressed concerns regarding the inequitable and unfair application of regulations by the Office of Price Administration, particularly in the Cincinnati district. He cited examples of cases where violations were not properly addressed and fines were not enforced. Gardner introduced a resolution authorizing an investigation into the operations of the Office of Price Administration to ensure fair and equitable administration of price control and rationing programs. He emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in regulating civilian supplies during wartime.

Dates

Creation: 1944-11-01

Creator

From the Collection: 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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