The Housing Crisis and Material Shortage in Vinita: Correspondence between Mr. L. D. Dalquest and Congressman George B. Schwabe, 1946-03-22 - 1946-03-22

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 33

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_33_0006

Scope and Contents

The letter discusses the housing situation in Vinita, Oklahoma, and blames the New Deal system, specifically the O.P.A., for creating scarcity and high prices of building materials. The writer believes that abundant production is needed to lower prices. The letter also mentions concerns about old age pensioners not allowing others to live in their homes, causing a shortage of housing. The writer expresses frustration with the current regulations and lack of building materials available.

Dates

Creation: 1946-03-22 - 1946-03-22

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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