Views on Price Controls and Labor Legislation in 1946, 1946-02-03

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 19

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0007

Scope and Contents

In a letter dated February 3, 1946, Congressman George B. Schwabe responds to Mr. A. Wallace Easter's views on price controls, particularly on rents and essential foods. Schwabe expresses his agreement that some controls may be necessary, but criticizes the Office of Price Administration (OPA) for their handling of the situation. He advocates for a philosophy of abundance and increased production to lower prices, and mentions ongoing debates on labor legislation. Schwabe also mentions efforts to curb racketeering. Easter responds with concerns about rising costs in Tulsa and urges Schwabe to continue working on price controls.

Dates

Creation: 1946-02-03

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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