John Francis Neylan papers circa 1911-1960

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John Francis Neylan papers circa 1911-1960

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Contains correspondence, memoranda, reports, speeches, articles, clippings, scrapbooks and printed material relating to: his work as chairman of the California State Board of Control during Hiram Johnson's administration; as publisher of the ; Neylan's work on the Board of Regents for the University of California, including the Loyalty Oath Controversy, the Committee on Atomic Energy Commission Projects, and the Committee on Finance; his association and handling of the business affairs of William Randolph Hearst; his involvement in the Charlotte Anita Whitney case; his involvement in the Baugh and Abbott vs. Examiner Printing Co. cases; his interest in political matters and economic problems; his support of patriotic organizations and encouragement of the study of American history; his views on major domestic and international issues; his speaking engagements; and his important friendships. San Francisco Call

Number of containers: 202 boxes, 2 volumes, 12 cartons and 4 oversize folders; Linear feet: 96.4

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