Protecting Veterans from Overcharging: A Call to Action by Hon. George B. Schwabe, 1945-08-21

Item — Box: 3, Folder: 48

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_3_48_0015

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The text includes correspondence between Mr. S. P. Sorensen and George B. Schwabe, a member of the House of Representatives, regarding overcharging of veterans for second-hand cars by dealers. Sorensen highlights the issue and requests action to protect veterans from being exploited. Schwabe forwards the complaint to the Office of Price Administration (OPA) for investigation. OPA Administrator Chester Bowles responds, explaining their efforts to educate servicemen on avoiding overcharges and inviting them to report any violations. The text also includes a telegram regarding the provision of beef quota for an American Legion event.

Dates

1945-08-21

Language of Materials

English

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