Request for Increased Funding for National Institute of Neurological Disease and Blindness, 1952-01-01 - 1952-12-31

Item — Box: 27, Folder: 61

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_3_27_61_0011

Scope and Contents

The letter is a plea to increase the appropriation for the National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Blindness in 1953, in order to support research, fellowships, and training related to neurological diseases like multiple sclerosis. The writer, who has multiple sclerosis, emphasizes the importance of funding for research in finding a cure for the disease, which can cause disabilities and affect millions of people. The letter highlights the need for continued support and expansion of the institute to bring hope to those affected by neurological diseases.

Dates

Creation: 1952-01-01 - 1952-12-31

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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