John L. Pilcher papers, 1941-1976 (bulk 1953-1964).

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John L. Pilcher papers, 1941-1976 (bulk 1953-1964).

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The collection consists of congressional papers of John L. Pilcher from 1941-1976. Includes correspondence, speeches, telegrams, reports, newsclippings, press releases, legislative materials, and photographs documenting Pilcher's activities as a U.S. Representative from Georgia. The bulk of the materials cover his term in Congress from 1953-1964 and reflect his interests in agriculture, small business, civil rights, and foreign affairs. Also includes documentation of Pilcher's strong support of the 1960 Kennedy-Johnson presidential ticket. Correspondents include Ellis Arnall, Walter George, Lyndon B. Johnson, Carl Sanders, and S. Ernest Vandiver.

70 linear ft.

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