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Land use--Law and legislation--United States

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 41 Collections and/or Records:

William H. "Alfalfa Bill" Murray Collection

 Collection
Identifier: CAC-CC-041
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...

Neglected Roads: The Impact on Indian Reservations , 1951

 Item — Box 11: Series CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000_0000; Series CAC_CC_001_16_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 64
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_11_64_0001
Scope and Contents The text discusses the lack of adequate road infrastructure on Indian reservations, which has hindered economic growth and integration of indigenous communities. The Federal Government has not allocated enough funds for road construction and maintenance on reservations, leading to a disparity in living standards compared to the rest of the country. The text emphasizes the importance of investing in road infrastructure to improve the quality of life for indigenous communities and facilitate...

Opposition to Bill S-2325: A Letter from St. Louis Local Meat Packers Assn., February 15, 1952

 Item — Box 27: Series CAC_CC_047_3_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 22
Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_22_0005

Preston E. Peden Collection

 Collection
Identifier: CAC-CC-044
Scope and Contents The Peden Collection covers the period 1946-1948. Consisting of 8 cubic feet of material, the collection consists primarily of correspondence. Constituent correspondence, which is arranged geographically, includes such subjects as utility concerns, issues, and personal requests. General non-constituent correspondence, arranged alphabetically, includes letters on the Taft-Hartley Bill, taxes on oleomargarine, aid for public schools, veterans benefits, Alaska homesteading, and dams. The remaining...