Suggestions for Agricultural Program Improvement: A Letter to Senator Elmer Thomas, 1945-02-27 - 1945-02-27

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 77

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_5_77_0005

Scope and Contents

The letter discusses the inefficiencies and conflicting authorities within the Agriculture Program, specifically in Washington County, Oklahoma. The writer suggests consolidating farm agencies, having one agency per county, and making the Extension service the national agency. They also suggest making the Rural Electrification Administration an independent agency with experienced supervision. The writer emphasizes the need for changes to improve the efficiency of the program and expresses hope that their suggestions will be considered by Senator Elmer Thomas.

Dates

Creation: 1945-02-27 - 1945-02-27

Creator

Thomas, Elmer, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1927-1951); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 6th district (1923-1927); Member of the Oklahoma Senate (1907-1920), 1876-1965 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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