The Ghost of Depression: A Call for Price Control, 1946-07-11

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 33

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0020

Scope and Contents

The author, George B. Schwabe, is responding to a constituent, Hunter Miracle, regarding the issue of price control. Schwabe states that the majority of constituents are opposed to the revival of price controls, particularly rent controls. He believes that bureaucratic control, such as the O.P.A., is difficult to eliminate once established. Schwabe acknowledges the lobbying efforts of black marketers and O.P.A. officials to maintain control. He appreciates hearing from constituents and promises to vote based on their input. Miracle urges Schwabe to do all in his power to retain price control.

Dates

Creation: 1946-07-11

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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