Correspondence between Congressman George B. Schwabe and W.P. Phillips on Post-War Domestic Challenges and Veteran Homesteading Legislation, 1945-11-30

Item — Box: 7, Folder: 35

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_35_0002

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Correspondence between Congressman George B. Schwabe and W.P. Phillips on Post-War Domestic Challenges and Veteran Homesteading Legislation, 1945-11-30

In a letter dated November 30, 1945, Congressman George B. Schwabe responds to Mr. W.P. Phillips' concerns about the lack of leadership in addressing domestic issues, particularly the housing situation. Schwabe mentions a bill he introduced to provide homesteads for veterans on surplus government land in Oklahoma. Phillips expresses frustration with Congress focusing on the atomic bomb instead of addressing urgent domestic problems like housing. He criticizes landlords for taking advantage of the housing shortage and calls for more support for the common man who won the war.

Dates

1945-11-30

Language of Materials

English

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