Papers, 1928-1985.

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Papers, 1928-1985.

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Collection bulks with correspondence (1937-1965) and journals (1940-1985). Correspondence includes material relating to Templeton's service as a state representative; material pertaining to family and friends; and material concerning his various occupations and business endeavors, such as his law practice, farm and ranch work, and service as a Royal Canadian Air Force pilot. The journal material ranges from personal notes to business notes and covers a wide variety of topics and events. Also included in the collection are financial, legal, scrapbook, and printed materials. Collection contains a few photographs.

6,095 leaves

Texas Tech University Libraries, Academic Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7093341

Texas Tech University Libraries, Academic Library

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Texas. Legislature

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The Texas Legislature's Central Investigating Committees of the House and Senate were formed in 1917 to investigate every state department and institution in Texas. The investigation was an outgrowth of general public suspicion and distrust of state government, aggravated by: the entry of the United States into World War I and the resulting distrust of German-Americans; the impeachment of Governor Ferguson earlier in 1917; and charges of corruption and collusion made against officia...

Running Springs Hog Ranch.

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Templeton, R. L.

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Lawyer, legislator, rancher, pilot. Born in 1920 in Wellington, Texas. Served as a pilot for the Royal Canadian Air Force during World War II. Received his law degree from the University of Texas and acted as the state representative for the 122nd District of Texas from 1947-1948. In addition to serving in public offices such as Collingsworth County Judge and County Attorney, Templeton also privately practiced law and authored several children's books. Has been involved ...