The Controversial $2500 Tax-Exempt Salary Grab: A Politician's Response, 1945-05-22

Item — Box: 6, Folder: Unknown

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_39_0023

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The document is a response from Congressman George B. Schwabe to a constituent regarding a controversial $2500 item in a legislative appropriation bill. Schwabe explains that he voted to bring the bill for open discussion but later voted against the $2500 item. The document also criticizes Congressmen for giving themselves a tax-free expense allowance and mentions how Oklahoma representatives voted on the issue. Lastly, there is mention of the timing of the salary grab in relation to a bond sale campaign.

Dates

1945-05-22

Creator

Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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