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Garrett, Garet (1878-1954); O.P.M., Other People's Money , The Greatest American Racket

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09640.021 Author/Creator: Garrett, Garet (1878-1954); Place Written: New York, New York Type: Pamphlet Date: 2 November 1931 Pagination: 103 p. ; 19 x 13 cm.

Summary of Content: One pamphlet entitled, "O.P.M., Other People's Money, The Greatest American Racket," published by the Chemical Foundation dated 1931. Includes two essays by Garet Garret, "The Rescue of Germany," and "As Noble Lenders." There is a letter of introduction from the president of the Chemical Foundation stating that it is their duty to inform people of foreign debts. Inserted within the page is a blank form.

Background Information: Garet Garrett (1878-1954) was an American journalist known for his opposition to the New Deal and U.S. involvement in World War II.

People: Garrett, Garet, 1878-1954

Historical Era: Great Depression and World War II, 1929-1945

Subjects: EconomicsDebtWar FinanceWar LoanInternational Relations

Sub Era: The Great Depression

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