Robert Wolf lecture, 1989 Apr.

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Robert Wolf lecture, 1989 Apr.

Robert Wolf lectures on the background of the National Forest Management Act, Monongahela Forest issues, strict interpretation of the 1897 organic act, and the roles of Senators Herman Talmadge, Hubert Humphrey, Jennings Randolph, and Lee Metcalf. He describes James Watt, the roles of the lobbyists, and the application of the act.

Sound recording: 1 sound cassette.Transcript: 19 leaves ; 28 cm.

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