Oregon Commonwealth Federation records 1936-1942

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Oregon Commonwealth Federation records 1936-1942

The Oregon Commonwealth Federation was a progressive political group that campaigned to support New Deal policies and politicians in Oregon during 1936 -1942. Monroe Sweetland was elected executive secretary/director of the group at its first convention in 1937 and served until 1942. The collection contains articles of incorporation, by-laws, meeting minutes, press releases, financial records, and correspondence.

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