Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe, 1946-05-07

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 19

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0036

Scope and Contents

The letter is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hervey's opposition to the O.P.A (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe agrees with their views and expresses his own strong opposition to the O.P.A, stating that he has consistently voted against its extension and practices. He views the O.P.A as destructive to free enterprise in America and considers it to be the most obnoxious and un-American of all federal bureaus. Schwabe thanks the Harvey's for sharing their thoughts and expresses his well wishes.

Dates

Creation: 1946-05-07

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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