Search
Search Results
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over the Mundt-Ferguson Bill: A Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Resource Conservation
- Date:
- 1949-05-11
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Optometrists: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Communism, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0025
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Exploring Lodge 362: A Hidden Gem in the Wilderness
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Topic:
- Communism, Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document discusses the importance of land ownership and the struggle against land monopoly in the Central Valley of California. It highlights the historical significance of the land and the impact on American democracy. The author argues for the protection of the land and the rights of the people who have invested in it. The document also mentions a law that limits the amount of water available for irrigation to prevent private landowners from monopolizing resources. The fate of this law is currently being debated in Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over the Mundt-Ferguson Bill: A Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses a rider attached to the Interior Appropriations Bill in the 80th Congress that aimed to remove certain officials from the Bureau of Reclamation, who were in favor of public power and land limitations. Despite efforts from the President and the House, the rider was not repealed, causing delays in various government operations and affecting thousands of individuals. The fight between private power interests and the Democratic Party continues, with Senator Downey leading new attacks on the Bureau of Reclamation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Resource Conservation")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas, a Democratic Representative from California, is running against Senator Sheridan Downey in the 1950 Senatorial campaign. The main issue is the tidelands oil battle, with Douglas supporting the Supreme Court ruling awarding the tidelands to the Federal Government, while Downey advocates for state ownership. Douglas is a progressive legislator known for her work in Congress and relationships with influential figures like F.D.R. She faces a tough battle against Downey, who has the support of big landowners and oilmen. The primary election will be held in June, and the campaign is expected to be heated, with Douglas facing accusations of being a socialist or communist by some Republicans. Despite the challenges, Douglas remains committed to her principles and the common man."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0000-Campaign%20Materials%20Circulars,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Optometrists: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document compares the records of Congressman Nixon and Congresswoman Douglas on various issues such as national defense, aid to foreign countries, internal security, taxes, veterans, socialistic planning, small business, labor-management relations, tidelands, central valley project, housing, and their associations with communist newspapers. It highlights Nixon's support for strong defense and opposition to communism, while criticizing Douglas for her support of socialistic policies and lack of action on veteran-related issues. The document also mentions endorsements for Nixon's candidacy for United States Senator."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0000-Miscellaneous/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0025_thumbnail.jpg "Exploring Lodge 362: A Hidden Gem in the Wilderness")