Papers, 1939-1973.

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Papers, 1939-1973.

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Papers, mainly 1947-1973, of a power rate economist and industrial development consultant, consisting of correspondence; notes; and memos, reports, and papers on energy and economic development projects in the United States, Latin America, Iran, Africa, and Vietnam. Documenting his work as director of the Division of Power at the Department of the Interior (1947-1950) are notes and papers on federal energy policies. As an independent consultant (1952-1958) and vice-president of Development and Resources Corporation (1958-1973), Seymour includes in his files correspondence, memos, and numerous project reports concerning negotiations with foreign governments, the United Nations, and the U.S. Agency for International Development; energy policies and development programs for regional and national governments and private companies; supervision of D&R field employees; and organization of projects. Prominent correspondents include Gordon Clapp, Julius Krug, and David Lillienthal.

9.6 c.f. (23 archives boxes and 1 flat box).

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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Krug, Julius A. (Julius Albert), 1907-1970

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