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Frank W. Murphy Papers, 1920-1940 | Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum

Collection Overview

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Primary Creator: Murphy, Frank W. (1869-1940)

Extent: -1.0 Cubic Feet

Date Acquired: 08/31/1983

Scope and Contents of the Materials

The papers of Frank W. Murphy are comprised of a biographical excerpt from History of Minnesota, his obituary, a 1920 speech, a 1928 speech, and a bound collection of radio speeches given during the 1936 Presidential campaign.

Collection Historical Note

In July 1933 President Roosevelt named Frank W. Murphy the director of Public Works for the fourth regional district which included Minnesota, North and South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska and Wyoming. Murphy was known as the "Farm Leader."

Administrative Information

Repository: Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum

Access Restrictions: This collection is available for use by the general public.

Use Restrictions: This material is subject to copyright restrictions under Title 17 of the U.S. Code.

Acquisition Source: Mrs. Chas. Ganger

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