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MEMO: Analysis of Inflation and Production during World Wars, 1946-07-02

 Item — Box: 3, Folder: 58
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_3_58_0007
The memo is informing Mr. Schwabe that a copy of a letter from Paul A. Porter regarding inflation and industrial production during World War I and II has been received and placed in their departmental file. The letter discusses the impact of price control and bureaucratic strangleholds on production levels. Porter argues that despite inflation, production levels have increased significantly during World War II compared to World War I due to price control measures. The letter emphasizes the importance of controlling prices to prevent a decrease in industrial production.

Dates

  • 1946-07-02

Language of Materials

English

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Extent

2 Pages