Open Access, 1945-1979
Title
Five Campaign Interviews of U.S. Representative Frank E. Smith
Other Form of Name
Smith, Frank E. (Frank Ellis), 1918-1997
Identifier
whitten_audioreel_55
Creation Date
1962
Document Type
Open Access Recording
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Description
Five five-minute paid political interviews of U.S. Representative Frank E. Smith of Mississippi responding to questions by citizens. The first interview focuses on government spending; the high cost of living; new job opportunities in Mississippi. The second interview discusses education; the environment; and income tax loopholes. The third interview includes questions on forced busing of school children; agriculture price support program; campaign contribution deductions; contributions to Smith's campaigns; and natural resources. The fourth interview concentrates on the transportation needs of Mississippi; how Smith's seniority will help the district; how Smith is handling campaign costs; working for constituents in Washington, DC. The fifth interview responds to questions on cotton legislation; U.S. involvement in Indochina; veterans' benefits; how Smith is conducting his campaign; and contributions to the campaign.
Subject Headings (Library of Congress)
Smith, Frank E. (Frank Ellis), 1918-1997; Political campaigns; Elections -- Mississippi; Government spending policy; Inflation (Finance); Job creation; Education; Environment; Taxation; Busing for school integration; Agriculture; Campaign funds; Highways; Cotton; Indochina; Military pensions
Relational Format
audio recording
Extent
25:13
Original Format
reels
Original Collection
Jamie L. Whitten Collection (MUM00732), Archives and Special Collections, University of Mississippi Libraries
Finding Aid
Rights
This media file is for personal and research use only. This file may not be reproduced, re-posted, captured or saved. For publication and professional uses, please contact the Archives and Special Collections at the University of Mississippi Libraries.
Comments
container label: Frank Smith, Five - Five minute programs, 1972