Effect of Proposed Increase in Minimum Wage on Oklahoma Telephone Company, 1944-12-31

Item — Box: 7, Folder: Unknown

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_29_0017

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The Oklahoma Telephone Company is requesting that Congressman George Schwabe oppose an increase in the minimum wage from 40c to 65₫ per hour. They argue that this increase would significantly impact their expenses and would require them to increase rates for subscribers. They provide financial data for the year ending December 31, 1944 to support their request. Congressman Schwabe's secretary acknowledges the letter and assures that the Congressman will consider their views on the legislative measures mentioned.

Dates

1944-12-31

Creator

Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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