The Debate Over Price Controls: A Letter Exchange, 1946-07-02

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 34

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0015

Scope and Contents

The letter is written by A.F. Van de Mars to Congressman George B. Schwabe, apologizing for a previous letter where he criticized Schwabe for his support of the Office of Price Administration (O.P.A). Van de Mars explains his frustration with rising prices and rent increases, and highlights the struggles of working-class Americans. Schwabe responds by defending his opposition to O.P.A and expressing his belief in standing against government overreach. The exchange reflects a disagreement on economic policy and government intervention.

Dates

Creation: 1946-07-02

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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