Samuel Moment papers, 1935-1974.

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Samuel Moment papers, 1935-1974.

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Collection consists of correspondence, chronological files, State of Oregon and U.S. Government publications, documents, public transcripts, subject files, printed materials, and photography materials. The collection documents Moment's participation in the dispute involving Congress, Pacific Northwest governors, environmentalists, and local power companies over the size and placement of dams on the Snake River during the Eisenhower administration.

20.5 linear ft. (41 containers)

University of Oregon Libraries

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University of Oregon Libraries

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