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Correspondence, 1923-1927

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 20

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection consists of letters, newspaper clippings, legal documents related to Roy C. Vandercook and his various careers. Most significant in the collection is the bulk of correspondence concerning the Michigan National Guard and the 1913 copper strike. Vandercook was responsible for the majority of military action and exchanged a great deal of letters with Governor Woodbridge Ferris.

Included are also letters discussing various phases of the U.S. occupation of the Philippines. Military correspondence referring to the security measures taken in Michigan during World War I to protect vital industry and transportation is included. And, in this same general time period, is information regarding wheat production and possession and federal action.

Other subjects included are the Michigan State Police, Ferris Institute, the Michigan Constabulary, the Michigan Railroads Association and Vandercook's activities as its legislative agent.

Dates

  • Creation: 1923-1927

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.33 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives and Historical Collections Repository

Contact:
Conrad Hall
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East Lansing MI 48824 US
517-355-2330