Introduction of a Joint Resolution for the Acquisition of Temple Heights for a Civil War Memorial Building, 1945-02-19

Item — Box: 7, Folder: 18

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_7_18_0004

Scope and Contents

This resolution introduced by Mr. Capper in the Senate aims to acquire the property known as Temple Heights to be used during the war as a recreation center for Government employees and afterwards as a site for a memorial building dedicated to the defenders of the Union during the Civil War. It highlights the need for a memorial in the capital to commemorate the sacrifices of Union veterans and honor the American youth who have sacrificed their lives in battle.

Dates

Creation: 1945-02-19

Creator

From the Collection: Schwabe, George Blaine, U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1951-1952); 8th Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives (1921-1923); Member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from Nowata County (1919-1923), 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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