Reminiscences of Wesley Abner D'Ewart : oral history, 1967.

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Reminiscences of Wesley Abner D'Ewart : oral history, 1967.

Experiences as Assistant Secretary of the Interior: water policy and development, national parks, public lands, Indian affairs.

Transcript: 136 leaves.Tape: 2 reels.

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