Expressing Views on O.P.A: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe, 1946-06-08

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 31

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_31_0019

Scope and Contents

The document discusses a referendum conducted by Congressman George B. Schwabe regarding the continuation of the O.P.A. (Office of Price Administration). The results showed that a majority of people were against the extension of the O.P.A., with farmers and World War I veterans also voting against it. The document also mentions receiving many letters expressing opposition to the O.P.A. and emphasizes the importance of people expressing their views on controversial issues. Additionally, a letter from Mrs. Ben M. Dougherty urges Congressman Schwabe to use his influence to save and preserve O.P.A. control over prices in Tulsa.

Dates

Creation: 1946-06-08

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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