Letters Highlighting the Plight of Aged Citizens and the Promise of Relief, 1935-01-01 - 1935-12-31

Item — Box: SU 10, Folder: 20

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_12_10_20_0001

Scope and Contents

The letter from Dave Geboe to Senator Elmer Thomas expresses concern about the lack of assistance for elderly citizens in need, specifically mentioning the difficulty of finding work at an advanced age. Geboe requests help and mentions the pending legislation for an old age pension. Senator Thomas responds sympathetically, expressing support for providing care for aged citizens and hoping for a satisfactory solution to be worked out in Congress.

Dates

Creation: 1935-01-01 - 1935-12-31

Creator

From the Collection: 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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