Struggling with Ticking Shortages: A Letter to Congress, 1945-06-28

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 16

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0001

Scope and Contents

The document includes a letter from Frank C. Shilliam of Shilliam Supply Co. Inc. to Congressman George Schwabe regarding difficulties in obtaining mattress ticking for their customers due to O.P.A. restrictions. Shilliam expresses frustration with the O.P.A. and believes that removing restrictions would increase production and prevent price rises. Congressman Schwabe acknowledges the letter and shares Shilliam's concerns, stating that he will introduce the letter in the Congressional Record.

Dates

Creation: 1945-06-28

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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