Box 4
Container
Contains 808 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from William . H. Murray to S.B. Whitaker of Moore, Oklahoma , September 24, 1940
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 49
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_49_0004
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In a letter dated September 24, 1940, William H. Murray responds to criticism from Mr. S. B. Whitaker for supporting Willkie. Murray defends his decision by referencing historical figures who were initially criticized but later honored for following their conscience. He expresses concern that the New Deal and a potential third term for Roosevelt will lead to the downfall of the Republic. Murray denies being paid for his actions and emphasizes his commitment to fighting against the New Deal.
William H. Murray Campaign Button , 3/17/1942
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 49
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_49_0001
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William H. Murray Campaign Button
Torrens Land System
File — Box: 4, Folder: 58
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_58_0000
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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...
"Murray's Altus Speech, Opening His Campaign for Governor", 1910
File — Box: 4, Folder: 59
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_59_0000
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Topics include education, labor legislation, taxation, loaning of school funds, interest on public funds, election of good officers, judiciary reform, economy in government, enforcement of prohibition, preparation for unemployment, white slave traffic, Torrens land registration system, usury laws, purpose of Corporation Commission, and monopoly. Printed copies also include statements from WHM's tenants, the statement announcing his candidacy, and an extract of a speech by W.A. Durant praising...
The Lobby. Delivered by Representative William H. Murray in the U.S.House of Representatives, 1913
File — Box: 4, Folder: 60
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_60_0000
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Re: an amendment to House Rule XLII, to limit lobbying, registration and public appearance of lobbyists. Printed. (5 copies)
The Banking and Currency Bill. Delivered by WHM in the U.S.House of Representatives, 1913
File — Box: 4, Folder: 61
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_61_0000
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concerning H.R.7837, "to provide for the establishment of Federal Reserve banks...." Re: explanation of WHM's vote on various amendments to the bill submitted in the caucus. Printed. (4 copies)
The Trinity of Evils. Delivered by WHM before the Fifteenth National Convention of the Anti-saloon League at Columbus, Ohio,, 1913
File — Box: 4, Folder: 62
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_62_0000
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Re: drinking, gambling, and libertinism. Printed. (5 copies)
Intervention for the Protection of Life and Property in Mexico. Extension of Remarks by WHM in the U.S.House of Representatives, 1913
File — Box: 4, Folder: 63
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_63_0000
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Re: protection of citizens in foreign lands as one purpose of armed forces. Printed. (4 copies)
Vocational, or Agricultural and Mechanical Education. Speech by WHM in the U.S.House of Representatives, 1913
File — Box: 4, Folder: 64
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_64_0000
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concerning S.J.Res.5 providing for the appointment of a commission to consider the need and report a plan for national aid to vocational education. Re: need for agricultural instruction in common schools as well as at the college level, argument for defeat of Lever bill. Printed. (4 copies)
Two Speeches (printed and bound together), 1914
File — Box: 4, Folder: 65
Identifier: CAC_CC_041_1_4_65_0000
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(6 copies)