John Holmes Overton scrapbook, 1932-1959.

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John Holmes Overton scrapbook, 1932-1959.

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Scrapbook of newspaper clippings pertaining to Overton's political career includes material about flood control programs, sugar, social events, political campaigns, New Orleans' role as an international trade center, Overton's death and funeral, and Overton Brooks' campaign for John Overton's Senate seat (1948). Included are a copy of Overton's memorial address on Huey P. Long (1936), a news release concerning a bill to reorganize the federal judiciary (1937), and commemorative programs.

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Louisiana State University, LSU Libraries

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Brooks, Overton, 1897-1961.

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Overton Brooks (1897-1961) was born near Baton Rouge, La. He served in Europe during the First World War with the Sixth Field Artillery, First Division, Regular Army. Brooks received a law degree from Louisiana State University in 1923, was admitted to the bar the same year, and commenced practice in Shreveport, La. He served as United States Commissioner from 1925 to 1935. Brooks was representative for the 4th U.S. Congressional District of Louisiana from January 3, 1937, until his death on Sep...

Overton, John Holmes, 1875-1948

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John Holmes Overton graduated from Louisiana State University (1895) and from the law department of Tulane University (1897). He was admitted to the bar in 1898, practiced law in Alexandria, La., and was a member of the board of supervisors of Louisiana State University. He was U.S. Representative for the 8th Congressional district of Louisiana (1931-1933) and a U.S. Senator for Louisiana (1933-1948). From the description of John Holmes Overton scrapbook, 1932-1959. (Louisiana State ...