George W. Robnett papers 1937-1975

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George W. Robnett papers 1937-1975

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George W. Robnett (1890-1975) was an author and advertising executive, and co-founder and executive secretary of the National Laymen's Council, Church League of America. After retiring, Robnett concentrated his efforts on the Middle-East conflict and made three trips to the area. The collection includes correspondence, speeches, publications, and news clippings that reflect his work with the Church League of America and his writing.

2.5 linear feet, 5 containers

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University of Oregon Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives

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University of Oregon Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives

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Robnett, George W. (George Washington), 1890-1970

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American author and lecturer; executive director, Church League of America, and National Laymen's Council, 1937-1956. From the description of George W. Robnett papers, 1932-1963. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754870082 Conservative George W. Robnett (1890-1975) was an American author and advertising executive, as well as co-founder and executive secretary of the National Laymen's Council, Church League of America. After founding the organization in 1937, Robnett edited its ...

Church League of America

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The research files of this collection were obtained by the right-wing Church League of America from several prominent anti-communist organizations and individuals: American Business Consultants, Inc. (publishers of Counterattack ), Karl Baarslag, and the Wackenhut Corporation. All of these organizations and individuals had connections to the intelligence agencies of the United States government, kept detailed research files on individuals and organizations as part of their organizat...