The Debate Over O.P.A. Continuation: A Business Perspective, 1946-07-08

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 28

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_28_0025

Scope and Contents

The document is a letter from Richards and Conover Hardware Company to Congressman George S. Schwabe expressing their opposition to the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration) and their decision to sell merchandise at pre-June 30th, 1946 prices. They believe in leaving the economy to businessmen and industry rather than government intervention. The company promises to maintain prices unless there is an increase from manufacturers or freight carriers. They also express their appreciation for the congressman's views and hope to influence their district representative.

Dates

Creation: 1946-07-08

Creator

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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