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The Battle for Price Controls: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C., 1946-07-01

 Item — Box: 6, Folder: 33
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_33_0024
The Battle for Price Controls: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C., 1946-07-01
The Battle for Price Controls: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C., 1946-07-01

Scope and Contents

The document is a letter discussing the Price Control Bill (OPA) and the veto by President Truman. The writer expresses dissatisfaction with the bill, believes it serves only a few selfish interests, and supports the President's veto. The writer argues that price controls are necessary to protect the interests of the American people and combat inflation, and criticizes the influence of selfish and moneyed interests on legislative decisions. The writer also suggests that price controls could help decrease the black market and stimulate production.

Dates

  • Creation: 1946-07-01

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Access Restriction

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Full Extent

4 Pages

Abstract

79th (1945-1947)

General

Education

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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