Papers of James W. Knepper, Jr., 1970-1987

Collection

Identifier: 2014.028

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection contains materials relating to Knepper’s service as State Representative of the 43^rd District and Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. Newspaper articles, mailings, and public relations documents regarding Knepper’s campaigns for these positions, as well as his campaigns for State Senate in 1976 and State Auditor General in 1980, are also included. Information about legislative work and some correspondence focuses upon House Bill 124 of the 1973-1974 Regular Session, which was primarily sponsored by Knepper and required public agencies to hold certain meetings and hearings open to the public.

Dates

1970 - 1987
Acquisition: October 11, 2014

Creator

Knepper, James W., Jr., 1932-2016 (Person)

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This collection is open for research.

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Extent

0.25 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Arrangement Note

This collection is made up of 11 series: 1. Campaign Materials, 2. Biographical Information/Office Material, 3. Legislative Work, 4. Correspondence, 5. Press Releases, 6. News Clippings/Media/Newsletters, 7. Speeches, 8. Events, 9. Photographs, 10. Memorabilia, 11. Awards