Papers, 1943-1963.

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Papers, 1943-1963.

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Correspondence, memoranda, speech files, bulletins, circulars, and other papers documenting Lawton's government career, including his service as administrative assistant to the president, 1948; assistant director of the Bureau of the Budget, 1949; director of the Bureau of the Budget, 1950-1953; and member of the Civil Service Commission, 1953-1963. Includes information on the "Turnip Day" special session of Congress, July 26-August 7, 1948; and also agenda and memorandums relating to Lawton's meetings with the President Truman from July 1949 through July 1952.

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Harry S. Truman Library

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Harry S. Truman Library

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