Papers, 1935-1990.

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Papers, 1935-1990.

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Collection consists of materials documenting Augustus F. Hawkins's lengthy service as a US Congressman representing South Central Los Angeles from 1963-90 and as Chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee from 1984-90. A small portion of the collection relates to his service as a CA State Assemblyman, 1935-62. Materials in the collection cover subjects such as civil rights, employment, child care, and equal opportunity with respect to education and job training.

137 cartons (137 linear ft.)1 oversize box.

University of California, Los Angeles

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SNAC Resource ID: 7401529

University of California, Los Angeles

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Hawkins, Augustus F., 1907-2007

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