Strom Thurmond executive assistant series, 1937-, bulk 1970-1986.

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Strom Thurmond executive assistant series, 1937-, bulk 1970-1986.

Correspondence, memorands, reports, grant applications, clippings, blueprints and plans, photographs and financial records concerning projects, loans and grants in South Carolina, such as grants-in-aid for development, water and sewer systems and education. There are also files relating to the political campaigns of 1964, 1966, 1972, 1976 and 1978 and the "Orangeburg Massacre" in 1968. Specific projects covered by material in this series include the Richard B. Russell Dam and Lake (formerly Trotter's Shoals), Charleston Harbor, Patriot's Point and Fort Moultrie. The series documents agency contacts and sources of information with the Senator's office.

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