Opposition to H. R. 2232: A Letter from Rex Baking Company, 1945-05-15

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_9_0002

Scope and Contents

The document from Rex Baking Company to Congressman Schwabe expresses concern about the Fair Employment Practice Act, H. R. 2232, and its potential negative impact on businesses, particularly in Oklahoma and the South. They believe the act is supported by subversive groups and could lead to unnecessary regulations on hiring practices. They urge Congressman Schwabe to oppose the act and protect American Free Enterprise. Congressman Schwabe responds that he shares their concerns and will not sign the petition to bring the act to the floor for discussion.

Dates

Broadcast: 1945-05-15

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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