Bartlett, Dewey F., 1919-1979
Person
Biographical:
Dewey Follett Bartlett Sr. was an American politician who served as the 19th governor of Oklahoma from 1967 to 1971, following his fellow Republican, Henry Bellmon. In 1966, he became the first Roman Catholic elected governor of Oklahoma, defeating the Democratic nominee, Preston J. Moore of Oklahoma City. He was defeated for reelection in 1970 by Tulsa attorney David Hall in the closest election in state history. He was elected to the United States Senate in 1972 and served one term. In 1978, he was diagnosed with lung cancer and did not run for reelection that year. He died of complications of lung cancer two months after retiring from the Senate in 1979.
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
A Lifetime of Service: The Story of Lou Hoff
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_33_10_0023
Addressing Indian Housing Needs: A Look at Pending Legislation
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_32_19_0018
Enhancing Housing Opportunities for Native Americans: A Report from the Farmers Home Administration
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_33_6_0002
Grim Realities: Rural Housing Issues in America
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0009
Rural Housing Assistance Programs: The Housing Assistance Council's Services and Programs
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_33_7_0008
Title: Proposal for the Indian Children Educational Resource Program Under Title IV, Part B Funding
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Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_31_5_0008