Papers, 1938-1952.

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Papers, 1938-1952.

The collection chiefly consists of correspondence, mostly of a personal or congratulatory nature, to and from Krug during his tenure as U.S. Secretary of the Interior. Many of the letters are attached in sequences by correspondent within the larger chronological framework. The letters often reflect patterns of patronage, with writers asking Krug to exert his influence on their behalf, or Krug requesting favors from others. The signatures of a number of Truman administration officials are represented, as well as some nationally-known civic and social leaders. The minor categories of the collection include invitations, programs, and photographs from the 1949 Presidential Inauguration. Several items from later years mention loyalty hearings in the Tennessee Valley Authority, where Krug served from 1938-1944.

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Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972

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United States., Department of the Intérior

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The Alaska Public Works Program was authorized during the 81st Congress through the Alaska Public Works Act, Public Law 264. The Act authorized the General Services Administration to construct public works in Alaska, at a total cost of $70 million, then to sell them to the Territory of Alaska or other public bodies in Alaska at a purchase price that would recover approximately 50% of the total estimated cost. The authority, set to expire June 30, 1955, was extended to June 30, 1959. The program ...

Krug, Julius A. (Julius Albert), 1907-1970

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Tennessee Valley authority

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