Kerr, Robert Samuel, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1949-1963); 12th Governor of Oklahoma (1943-1947), 1896-1963
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Biographical:
Oil man Robert S. Kerr (1896-1963) first held elective office when he became Oklahoma's governor in 1942. During the war years, he presided over a vigorous economic expansion and directed a remarkably efficient state administration. A year after leaving the governor's office, he was successful in his first attempt at the U.S. Senate in 1948. Kerr was reelected to two more terms. After he failed at winning the 1952 Democratic presidential nomination, Kerr thereafter devoted his energies to building his Senate career. Kerr served on several key committees, most notably the Finance and Public Works committees. He also forged alliances to key senators, such as Lyndon B. Johnson, who led the Democrats' Senate forces. A partner in Kerr-McGee Oil Industries, Kerr increasingly became known as a key champion of southwestern oil and gas interests. Of course, he did not hesitate to use his influence for Oklahoma's behalf. Millions of dollars were diverted to military and civilian projects in the state. Also, a series of water projects, dams, and an entire navigation system that links the Arkansas River to the oceans of the world are part of Kerr's legacy.
Found in 179 Collections and/or Records:
1990 - United States House of Representatives Offices and Issue Campaigns - Robert Samuel Kerr, III (Bob) - "Comparison", 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
Item — Box Box Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR; Series PCC-KANTER-ATTORNEYGEN; Series PCC-KANTER-BALLOT-CAMPAIGN; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY; Series PCC-KANTER-EDUCATION; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR
Identifier: P-1374-65070
Abstract
101st (1989-1991)
Dates:
Broadcast: 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
1990 - United States House of Representatives Offices and Issue Campaigns - Robert Samuel Kerr, III (Bob) - "Endorsements", 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
Item — Box Box Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR; Series PCC-KANTER-ATTORNEYGEN; Series PCC-KANTER-BALLOT-CAMPAIGN; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY; Series PCC-KANTER-EDUCATION; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR
Identifier: P-1374-65072
Abstract
101st (1989-1991)
Dates:
Broadcast: 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
1990 - United States House of Representatives Offices and Issue Campaigns - Robert Samuel Kerr, III (Bob) - "Flip Flop", 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
Item — Box Box Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR; Series PCC-KANTER-ATTORNEYGEN; Series PCC-KANTER-BALLOT-CAMPAIGN; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY; Series PCC-KANTER-EDUCATION; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR
Identifier: P-1374-65071
Abstract
101st (1989-1991)
Dates:
Broadcast: 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
1990 - United States House of Representatives Offices and Issue Campaigns - Robert Samuel Kerr, III (Bob) - "Roots", 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
Item — Box Box Coldstorage 1: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR; Series PCC-KANTER-ATTORNEYGEN; Series PCC-KANTER-BALLOT-CAMPAIGN; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY; Series PCC-KANTER-EDUCATION; Series PCC-KANTER-CITY/COUNTY: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR: Series PCC-KANTER-HOR
Identifier: P-1374-65069
Abstract
101st (1989-1991)
Dates:
Broadcast: 1990-01-01 - 1990-12-31
A Heartfelt Thank You From Lillian Baird, 1954-01-01 - 1954-12-31
Item — Box 17: Series CAC_CC_31_10_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 7
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_10_17_7_0033
Abstract
83rd Congress (1953-1955)
Dates:
1954-01-01 - 1954-12-31
A Letter of Appreciation and Opposition: Views on Space Program and Federal Housing Legislation, 1961-04-25
Item — Box 12: Series CAC_CC_31_6_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 1
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_12_1_0010
Abstract
87th (1961-1963)
Dates:
1961-04-25
A Visit to Oklahoma A. and M.: A Letter from Robert S. Kerr and Invitation from Rex Ball, 1952-12-11
Item — Box 17: Series CAC_CC_31_10_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 7
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_10_17_7_0071
Abstract
82nd Congress (1951-1953)
Dates:
1952-12-11
Addressing the Depletion of Indian Loan Funds: A Call for Direct Appropriation, 1959-05-13
Item — Box DP 33: Series CAC_CC_001_4_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 24
Identifier: CAC_CC_001_4_33_24_0001
Abstract
86th (1959-1961)
Dates:
1959-05-13
Addressing the Scientific Manpower Gap: A Call to Action
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_12_1_0045
Dates:
March 01, 1962; 87th Congress (1961-1963)
American Investments Abroad: A Key to Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness, 1961-01-01 - 1961-12-31
Item — Box 7: Series CAC_CC_31_7_0000_0000_0000, Folder: 33
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_7_7_33_0002
Abstract
87th (1961-1963)
Dates:
1961-01-01 - 1961-12-31
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