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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1961-1962 Clippings

  Fred S. Farr

  Clippings from several Monterey County newspapers on topics such as state vs. local control of the Monterey County Jail; the proposed Francis Amendment, which would have prohibited Communist Party activities in California; and California's scenic highway program. Also included are invitations to dinners and fundraisers, letters from state and federal officials, and photographs of Farr with Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall, Governor Edmund "Pat" Brown, and others. Clippings date from June 17, 1961, to December 27, 1962.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1964 Clippings, Farr Senate & Magyar Campaign

  Fred S. Farr

  Several newspaper clippings relating to Fred Farr's state senate re-election bid, challenger Stephen G. Magyar's positions on various issues, and Pinnacles National Monument. Additional clippings include articles pertaining to State Controller Alan Cranston's run for U.S. Senate, and political advertisements for Farr and Magyar's campaigns. Clippings date from December 30, 1963, to June 17, 1964.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1964 Clippings, Farr vs. Magyar Campaign (Book 1)

  Fred S. Farr

  Bulk of clippings relate to Farr's state senate re-election campaign against Republican challenger Stephen G. Magyar. As well as newspaper articles about the election, brochures, photographs, advertisements, and letters pertaining to Farr's campaign are included. Additional clippings relate to local legislative issues, incidents involving the Hell's Angels Motorcycle Club, and various California state elections. Clippings date from June 8, 1964, to November 11, 1964.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1964 Clippings, Farr vs. Magyar Campaign (Book 2)

  Fred S. Farr

  Mainly clippings of newspaper advertisements for Farr's state senate re-election campaign, as well as advertisements for Republican challenger Stephen G. Magyar. Also included are endorsements from newspapers and other organizations, telegrams congratulating Farr on his win, and articles noting state and federal election results. Clippings date from October 28, 1964, to December 22, 1964.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1965 Clippings, Legislative Session & Year

  Fred S. Farr

  Majority of clippings pertain to Farr's legislative efforts throughout 1965, particularly in the areas of environmental conservation and highway beautification. Farr's bill mandating that growers provide toilets and washing facilities for field workers, investigations into incidents involving the Hell's Angels Motorcycle Club, and Farr's work with the Senate Interim Committee on Natural Resources are also represented. An article on Farr's son, future congressman Sam Farr, highlighting his work as a Peace Corps volunteer in Colombia, is included on page 8. Clippings date from January 1, 1965, to December 2, 1965.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1965-1969, Invitations and Correspondence

  Fred S. Farr

  Contains invitations to luncheons and receptions held at the White House, menus, correspondence, and a photograph of Farr with Lady Bird Johnson, Governor Edmund "Pat" Brown, Monterey Mayor Minnie Coyle, and Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall. Loose items at the back of the book include a photograph of Farr speaking at a fundraising event, and letters from Lady Bird Johnson. Materials date from November 13, 1965, to January 16, 1969.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1966, Visit of Mrs. Lyndon Baines Johnson

  Fred S. Farr

  Book spine label: "Lady Bird Visits Monterey and Dedicates Big Sur Highway, California's First Official Scenic Highway - 1966." Comprised entirely of newspaper clippings documenting and commenting on Lady Bird Johnson's visit to the Monterey Peninsula on September 21, 1966. Johnson was in Monterey as part of a four-day trip devoted to conservation and highway beautification. Fred Farr served as Johnson's official escort during her time in Monterey, beginning at Colton Hall for the First Lady's welcoming ceremony, and later at Bixby Creek Bridge for the dedication of Highway 1. Several articles note Farr's role in establishing California's scenic highway program and arranging Lady Bird Johnson's visit. Clippings date from September 8, 1966, to September 29, 1966.

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  Fred Farr Scrapbook, 1967, National Billboard Highway Beautification

  Fred S. Farr

  Comprised mainly of newspaper clippings relating to highway beautification efforts across the country, particularly in regard to the removal and regulation of billboards. After losing his state senate re-election bid, Fred Farr served as Highway Beautification Coordinator under the Johnson Administration, overseeing initiatives aimed at improving scenic beauty on the nation's highways. Clippings date from May 16, 1967, to March 12, 1968.