Scrapbooks, 1983-1986.

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Scrapbooks, 1983-1986.

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The Governor is the chief executive of the state whose function is to administer the laws of the state. As a record of activities, the governor may require that a scrapbook be maintained. This series consists of scrapbooks consisting primarily of photographs, newspaper articles, editorials, and cartoons relating to the Governor's Office. Typical subjects covered by these scrapbooks include the governor's inauguration, public health in the state, price wars, grant funding, state budget, general fund concerns, unemployment, legislation, gubernatorial vetoes of legislation, taxes, the misuse of public funds, and education. A large portion of the scrapbooks from 1985-1986 is concerned with the health of Governor George C. Wallace.

ca.12 cubic ft. (15 volumes).

Alabama Department of Archives and History

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SNAC Resource ID: 6687720

Alabama Department of Archives and History

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Wallace, George C. (George Corley), 1919-1998

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George Corley Wallace Jr. (August 25, 1919 – September 13, 1998) was an American politician who served as the 45th Governor of Alabama for four terms. He is best remembered for his staunch segregationist and populist views. During his tenure, he promoted "low-grade industrial development, low taxes, and trade schools". He sought the United States presidency as a Democrat three times, and once as an American Independent Party candidate, unsuccessfully each time. Wallace notoriously opposed deseg...

Alabama. Governor (1983-1987 : Wallace)

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