Scope and Contents Scope and Contents The Murray Collection is approximately 9 linear feet plus oversized materials. Although Murray served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1913-1917, the majority of the collection is related to his post-congressional activities, family affairs, and years as governor. The materials cover a variety of topics including his use of executive orders calling for martial law, pardons, and the appointment and removal of state officials. The documents also include material...

Scope and Contents Typewritten letter recommending changes in personnel of Mr. Hand, Omer Brand, J. C. Cleaver, and Walter Summers for positions in the State Government.

Scope and Contents Typewritten letter concerning assistance in regard to re-election.

Scope and Contents Typewritten letter concerning the cut in the public building program and transportation of horses and cattle.

Scope and Contents Typewritten letter inviting William H. Murray to Leon C. Phillips' inauguration as governor.

Scope and Contents Typewritten ticket for admittance into the inauguration of Leon C. Phillips.

Scope and Contents Typewritten booklet concerning program commitment, general financial condition, retrenchment, taxation, schools, recommended legislation, the Denison Dam Project, lobbying, pardons and paroles, and private investigators.

Scope and Contents Reform of bills of previous legislature, methods for avoiding deficit in current fiscal year, accomplishments of various departments, and recommendation for current legislature.