A seven-page address sent by James H. Hammond, Chairman of the South Carolina Public Service Authority, to members of the South Carolina General Assembly concerning legislation to permit the acquisition of properties belonging to the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company by the Authority. The Chairman addresses a number of commonly voiced objections to the acquisition, including competition with private entities, the creation of a monopoly, the sales price of the acquisition, harm to the war effort, and the overall benefit to the people of South Carolina. The Chairman concludes by urging the members of the General Assembly to vote in favor of its passage.
Correspondence concerning the how much power will be available and at what rate by the Vice President of Reynolds Metals Company. Maybanks sends a copy of a letter written by Richard Jefferies to explain the rates structures and power availability.
Correspondence between Senator Maybank and the Federal Works Agency concerning the ongoing matter of securing a payment from the Public Works Authority (PWA) to R. M. Jefferies and the law office of Jefferies and McLeod for services rendered from May 19, 1934 to November 1, 1938. Senator Maybank stated that he was no longer connected with the South Carolina Public Service Authority and had no more interest in the matter.
A telegram from Jefferies requesting invitations to the dinner at Mayflower Hotel for Jas. F. Byrnes, Senator Maybank, Charlie Jackson, six S.C. congressmen, Donald Russell, Walter Brown, and D. A. Smith.
A letter from Senator Maybank to inform Jefferies that he wouldn't be able to give a very detailed endorsement of the project because he doesn't know much but gives Jefferies permission to give his endorsement as he sees fit.
A telegram from Senator Maybank notifying Jefferies that the Army Munitition Board aprroved "126,437" and "126438." Maybank advises Jefferies to move forward with construction on the Santee project in Berkley County.
A telegram from Senator Maybank notifying Jefferies that the WPB AM advised they approved the Santee-Cooper office and its construction. They now await final approval form the Army Munitition Board.
A letter from Jefferies regarding a previous letter from Maybank about the interest rates for the Santee-Cooper bonds. The high interest rates could cause problems and he discusses different options for them to take.
A response from Senator Maybank to a letter concerning the progress of the Santee-Cooper purchase and the Public Works Administration's refusal to confirm Richard M. Jefferies as General Counsel of the South Carolina Public Service Authority.
Correspondence between Maybank and Jefferies concerning additional information about the construction of the Horry Transmission Line being received. Maybank hasn't received any information yet but has inquired.
A letter from Jefferies responding to a letter from the U.S. Surgeon General, Thomas Parran, regarding his visit to South Carolina. Jefferies wants the opportunity to welcome Parran when he gets into town.
Correspondence concerning the investigation and survey of the Santee-Cooper River navigation project by the Board of Engineers. Maybank sends copies of his letters encouraging action by General Reybold, Chief of Engineers, to Jefferies.
A letter from Bissell, President of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce. Opening statement congratulates Maybank on his courageous stand against the Civil Rights bills then goes into Charleston becoming an important and competitive seaport once again through the Santee-Cooper River project.
Correspondence concerning mailed WPB and additional information about the construction of the Horry Transmission Line to Senator Maybank to pass on to a Mr. Krug.
Correspondence concerning a copy of a letter sent to Senator Maybank by Manning, addressing the District Engineer of the U.S. Army Engineers. Manning expresses the South Carolina Ports Authority interest in the Santee-Cooper River project.
A letter from Governor of South Carolina Richard M. Jefferies informing Senator Maybank of a request by the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency for the calling of a special session of the South Carolina Legislature to consider the enactment of legislation authorizing the South Carolina Public Service Authority to acquire property from the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company and the Lexington Water Power Company in reaction to an adverse ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court in the case of Creech v. South Carolina Public Service Authority prohibiting their unification. Governor Jefferies felt the calling of a special session would be a great mistake.
A handwritten memorandum by Senator Maybank concerning a response to the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency concerning the ongoing matter of securing a payment from the Public Works Authority (PWA) to R. M. Jefferies and the law office of Jefferies and McLeod for services rendered from May 19, 1934, to November 1, 1938. Senator Maybank stated that he was no longer connected with the South Carolina Public Service Authority or the State Government and that he had no official interest in the matter and that the Administrator should do his duty.
A letter from the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency concerning a request to the Governor of South Carolina for the calling of a special session of the South Carolina Legislature to consider the enactment of legislation authorizing the South Carolina Public Service Authority to acquire property from the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company and the Lexington Water Power Company in reaction to an adverse ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court in the case of Creech v. South Carolina Public Service Authority prohibiting their unification.
Correspondence between Senator Maybank and the Federal Works Agency concerning the ongoing matter of securing a payment from the Public Works Authority (PWA) to R. M. Jefferies and the law office of Jefferies and McLeod for services rendered from May 19, 1934, to November 1, 1938. Senator Maybank stated that he was no longer connected with the South Carolina Public Service Authority or the State Government and that he had no official interest in the matter.
