The Battle for Patents: A Call for Caution and Innovation, 1945-02-17

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 4

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_4_0003

Scope and Contents

The document discusses the issue of compulsory licensing of patents in the United States. The Anderson Company opposes compulsory licensing, arguing that it would stifle innovation and competition. The Murphy Elevator Company, on the other hand, supports compulsory licensing as a way to stimulate research and industry. The Anderson Company believes that their success and innovations would not have been possible under a compulsory licensing system. The debate highlights differing perspectives on the role of patents in incentivizing innovation.

Dates

Creation: 1945-02-17

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

Access Restriction

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