Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK The Sonic Boom Controversy: A Call for Action 1964-03-23 1964-03-23 Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000, Box 47, Folder 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/27 CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0007 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0007_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/879381 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0007.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Aeronautics 6 Pages Mrs. E. L. Brimmer expresses concerns about the sonic boom studies being conducted in Oklahoma City, citing property damage and public opposition. She urges Hon. A.S. Mike Monroney to take a stand on the issue and requests compensation for damages to her property. Monroney acknowledges the concerns raised by Brimmer and emphasizes the importance of public opinion in shaping national programs. Brimmer continues to express dissatisfaction with the lack of opposition to the sonic boom experiments and urges Monroney to reconsider his stance. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Letter to Senator Monroney: Support for Sonic Boom Studies and Opposition to Civil Rights Bill 1964-06-04 1964-06-04 Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. 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He also asks the Senator to vote against the Civil Rights Bill as it stands, stating that while equal opportunities are important, the federal government should not dictate where people live, go to school, or associate with others. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Concerns of Mrs. Bill Burwell: Sonic Booms and Civil Rights 1964-06-06 1964-06-06 unknown http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. 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Senator Monroney responds, assuring her that the Federal Aviation Agency will investigate the issue of sonic booms and that the Civil Rights Bill has been given sufficient consideration in the Senate. Text Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Sonic Boom Studies: Concerns and Advocacy 1964-06-24 1964-06-24 Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/ eng 88th (1963-1965) A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000, Box 47, Folder 4, University of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Center Archives, Norman, OK, Standard Shelving https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/resources/27 CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0069 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0069_thumbnail.jpg https://arc.libraryhost.com/repositories/3/archival_objects/879443 https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0069.pdf correspondence Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Aeronautics 3 Pages The first letter acknowledges the concerns about sonic boom studies in Oklahoma City and discusses the importance of collecting data for future analysis. The writer expresses concern about the methods used by agencies responsible for the project and promises to forward the letter to the FAA. The second letter, addressed to Senator Monroney, expresses opposition to the continuation of the sonic boom studies due to the perceived invasion of personal rights and property damage caused by the booms. The writer also criticizes the dissemination of false information by FAA representatives and highlights the need for objective evaluation of the booms' effects. Text