Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee, 1965-1966
Content Description
The Congressional papers of Compton I. White, Jr., are contained in 29 file boxes. They consist mainly of the correspondence between White and his constituents on the many items of legislation before Congress from 1963 to 1966. All the bills introduced by White, the related bills introduced by other Congressmen and Senators as well as other bills on different subjects are included. In some instances mimeographed copies of statements presented to congressional committees are also included.
In assisting his constituents with their personal dealings with the government White wrote numerous letters to various federal and state agencies. This correspondence is included in a separate series as are the informational brochures these departments sent to White.
Dates
- Creation: 1965-1966
Creator
- From the Collection: White, Compton, 1920-1998 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 29 linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Materials Specific Details
Included among the subjects in this folder are the staffing of mental health centers, railroad retirement, fair labeling, box car shortages, licensing of radio stations, the humane treatment of animals and the presence of Russian fishing vessels along the Pacific coast. Several legislative bills are included.
Repository Details
Part of the University of Idaho Library, Special Collections and Archives Repository