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National Defense, 1952-1958

 File — Box: 105, Folder: 4
Identifier: Folder 4

Scope and Contents

Only a few items in this folder: a photocopy of pages A3135-36, Congressional Record – Appendix (6/15/52) re/ the remarks of the Hon. Samuel K. McConnell, Jr. (Penna.), “How To Reduce the Cost of Major Equipment for the United States Department of Defense;” a copy of “Department of Defense Directive” (#4000.8, 11/4/52) re/ “Basic Regulations of Supply” (11 pages); letters (10/57) from La Jolla constituent Edward J. Hartung & Edward F. Terrar, Jr. (Wilson’s Admin. Asst.) & a 2 page excerpt from U.S. News & World Report, “Now Career Officers Are Getting the Ax,” (10/18/57 – pp 83-84) re/ Hartung’s complaints about these moves and Terrar’s responses with political commentary; letters (June-July 1958) from Chula Vista constituent Hans H. Busch, Congressman Wilson & Major General W. P. Fisher (Dir., Legislative Liaison, Dept. of the Air Force) re/ contributions made by Civil Air Patrol & Squadron 83’s need for equipment & other items.

Dates

  • created: 1952-1958

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Access to some records is restricted, please consult with Special Collections & University Archives staff for details. Patrons wishing to use the Robert C. Wilson Papers must sign a "Researcher's Agreement," a copy of which can be obtained from Special Collections & University Archives staff.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections & University Archives Repository

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