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Un-American Activities Committee

 File — Box: 10, Folder: 168

Content Description

From the Collection:

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: 1963-1966

Creator

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

Many of White's constituents are for increased appropriations for the committee, but a few feel it could be abolished. In 1965 many correspondents are calling for investigation of the Civil Rights Leaders.

Repository Details

Part of the University of Idaho Library, Special Collections and Archives Repository