Collection [archives], 1960-1987.

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Collection [archives], 1960-1987.

Biographical information concerns Mr. Holshouser and his family. Speeches from 1971-1976 include his statement of candidacy for governor, commencement address to Davidson College (1974), and text to his televised "Talk to the People" (1976). Correspondence is with Davidson College (1963-1984). Printed material includes information about his awards and honors, committees and boards on which he has served, his activities with Davidson College, his political activities, and his role as the Republican Party Chairman. Photographs are from his years as governor. Organized into the following series: Biographical material; Addresses; Correspondence; Printed material; and Photographs.

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Davidson College

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North Carolina. General Assembly

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Holshouser, Jim, 1934-2013

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James E. Holshouser, Jr. graduated from Davidson College in 1956. He attended UNC Law School, graduating in 1960. He served in the N.C. House of Representatives for four terms. In 1972 he became governor of N.C. Upon completion of his term in ofice, he joined the law firm of Brown, Holshouser and Pate in southern Pines, N.C. In 1978 he became chairman of the board of First Colony savings and Loan Assoc., resigning in 1982. He has received numerous awards and honors, including an honorary degree ...

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