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.
Correspondence concerning a request for further information regarding the possibility of further negotiations with the Gas and Electric Company and the City of Columbia, South Carolina. Senator Maybank could not reach Dr. Thorp but advised Nat Turner that the Gas and Electric Company had been made a holding company.
A letter written to the War Production Board by Jefferies. Jefferies shows his gratitude for the speedy approval of their application in regard to constructing a warehouse themselves.
A telegram from Senator Maybank notifying Jefferies that the General Reybold Army engineers will appear before the subcommittee Rivers and Harbors of the U.S. Senate. Maybank asks Jefferies to give full details of how the water should be released and produce electricity.
A letter from Senator Maybank to Jefferies announcing that his amendment was passed by the Senate for $25 million as per HR 3961, page 12, with additional amendment for hearings before Buckingham Landing Dam can be built.
A two-page essay espousing the merits of the Southern Democratic Party, a third party breaking away from the regular Democratic Party that opposed President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the New Deal, and black membership in the Democratic Party.
A copy of the typed minutes of a meeting held in Admiral William Henry Allen's office on October 1, 1941, concerning what should be done about vice conditions in the city of Charleston. Also included is a letter from Charleston Mayor Henry W. Lockwood expressing concern that the testimony in the minutes was "doctored" as there is some testimony missing from what he remembered. Those listed as present at the meeting include Admiral William Henry Allen (U.S.N.), Lieut. Ernest Burnwell (U.S.N.R.), W. M. Sanders, Jr., Mayor Henry W. Lockwood, Chief Chris H. Ortman (City Police), Hall T. McGee (Chamber of Commerce), James J. Lamb (Pres. Jr. Chamber of Commerce), Chief Daniel S. Mott (county police), S. A. Cothran (News and Courier), Mr. Collison (Evening Post), Lt. Col. A. K. Brown, Col. Randolph A. Coyle (U.S.M.C.), Lt. Comdr. Raymond K. Marron (U.S.C.G), Chris Limehouse (Chairman County Police Commission), Col. C. D. Peirce, Henry J. Mann, Lieut. Peyton Anderson (U.S.N.R.), Captain A. N. Baker (U.S.N.), and Chaplain C. M. Sitler (U.S.N.).
A telegram from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. He asks the Senator to support the War Department on the draft issue. A response from Maybank is included, stating he will do all he can to support the program.
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.
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.
Correspondence concerning the improvement projects for better navigation in South Carolina by Hammond and Jefferies to Senator Maybank. Maybank sets up a meeting with the Army Engineers to discuss the approval and authorization of the projects.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. This citizen writes on behalf of his son, who works in order to help out his struggling family. He shares the anxiety his son had once he heard the possibility of being drafted at his young age. He suggests that the number of men who are older and don't contribute to their community be considered to be drafted first.
An article from The State newspaper, titled "Cooper Survey to Pinopolis Will Be Made," author unknown. The article acknowledges James H. Hammond and Richard Jefferies with the support of Senator Maybank, removing the first barrier in creating an inland waterway. Now a survey must be done of the project in the interest of navigation and power development.
Correspondence concerning the Santee-Cooper project and the negatives effects it could have on the local timber plants. Jefferies informs Korn that he misunderstood The State newspaper article, stating that the dam will not interfere with timber plants' business and land.
A letter from South Carolina attorney Charles A. Young concerning a news story reporting that Senator Maybank might not attend the South Carolina State Convention in Columbia. Young expresses his opinion that the convention will be a "red hot affair."
A letter from a mother in South Carolina asking Senator Maybank to reconsider changing the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. She wants her son to at least finish college. She mentions that married men and "negros" are being left home while teenage boys are being considered. A response from Maybank is included, thanking her for the letter and suggestions.
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 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.
A correction to notice concerning a request by the South Carolina State Highway Department to extend the date for construction of the highway bridge for the Santee-Cooper Project.
Two letters from Senator Maybank written in response to letters from E. T. Heyward concerning the future of the Santee-Cooper and Senator Maybank's continued interest in the project.
A copy of a letter from Senator Maybank thanking Ransome Williams for his unanimous election as Chairman of the South Carolina Delegation to the 1944 National Democratic Party Convention in Chicago, Illinois.
A letter concerning Senator Maybank's plans at the South Carolina State Convention including his desire to vote for an uninstructed delegation and to oppose the election of Eugene S. Blease as Chairman.
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.
A letter from the U.S. Army Chief of Engineers to Senator Maybank regarding the project to improve the navigability of the Cooper River by the United States Army Engineers. He states at the moment, the department does not have the necessary authority to start improvement.
In this two-page typed order, Admiral William Henry Allen orders 24 Charleston establishments listed as "out of bounds" to personnel of the United States Navy and Marine Corps. The establishments listed are the Sevilla Beer Parlor, Lotti's Place, Town Tavern, Ship's Inn, Uneeda Lunch Room, Flag Tap Room, Atlantic Lunch Room, Downtown Chili Shop, Izzy's Tavern, Jimmie's Place, Harold's Tavern, Kozy Lunch Room, Mitch's Lunch Room, The V Lunch, American Beer Parlor, Manhattan Restaurant, Kato's Lunch Room, Lee's Grill, The Casino, Hollywood Inn, Spook's Taven, M & R Lunch Room, Mikes Beer Parlor, and Plaza Lunch Room.
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.
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 brief letter from Senator Maybank with a copy of a letter he received from General Reybold about the Cooper River project. Maybank hopes Reybold's letter will offer clarification to Jefferies about the project.
Correspondence concerning Korn Industries, Inc. protesting against the construction of the Santee-Cooper navigation project. Jefferies writes back to make sure all parties' interests are protected and respected before decisions are made. Edwards agrees, understanding that the navigation project is indeed highly important.
A letter from the General Manager of the South Carolina Public Service Authority to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation requesting details on insuring the Santee-Cooper Project with insurance for war risk losses.
Letters written by Senator Maybank, to the Administrator of the Federal Works Agency on behalf of the South Carolina Public Service Authority, concerning an amendment to the Indenture to permit the acquisition of additional facilities. The Authority proposed for a revision to their indenture and felt they were not being fully considered by the Public Works Authority (PWA).
A copy of a proposed draft to be introduced at the South Carolina General Assembly concerning the acquisition of the South Carolina Electric and Gas Company and the Lexington Water Power Company by the South Carolina Public Service Authority. Also included is an accompanying letter from the General Manager of the South Carolina Public Service Authority and letter of thanks from Senator Maybank.
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.
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 Senator Maybank's daughter Roberta Maybank concerning the health and doings of the Maybank family while the Senator was away attending the National Democratic Convention in Chicago, Illinois.
A telegram from the Chairman of the Speakers Bureau of the Democratic National Committee requesting Senator Burnet R. Maybank's availability for speaking assignments just prior to the General Election on November 7th.
A copy of a three-page letter from Senator Maybank written in response to questions posed by M. B. Barkley. Senator Maybank comments on activities at the South Carolina State Convention, the vote of the Charleston delegation, the "two-thirds rule," the election of Eugene S. Blease as Chairman, and the re-election of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
A 27-page typed transcript of a meeting of the Progressive Democratic Party of South Carolina with a sub-committee of the Democratic National Committee on July 17, 1944, at the Stevens Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. The meeting was held to hear the contest of delegates that had been selected by the convention of the Progressive Democratic Party of South Carolina to be seated as delegates from South Carolina. The committee consisted of Oscar R. Ewing as Chairman, David Kelly (North Dakota), Tracy McCracken (Wyoming), Ida Kayser (Minnesota), Jenny M. O'Hearn (South Dakota), and Mary S. Kelliher (Iowa). Delegates of the Progressive Democratic Party of South Carolina were represented by founder John McCray. The delegation certified by the Democratic Party of South Carolina were represented by Senator Burnet R. Maybank.
Correspondence requesting Senator Maybank's support of the improvements to the Cooper River to Pinopolis Dam. Maybank supports the project be initiating an investigation and survey of the project.
A wholesale rate schedule for primary power and energy. The schedule includes its effective date, availability, who's applicable, character of service, connection charge, rate, billing period, minimum monthly bill, and power factor.
A reprint of a front page editorial that appeared in the News and Press of Darlington, South Carolina entitled "Santee-Cooper Controversy." The editorial concerns the battle over the acquisition of the electric properties near Columbia by the South Carolina Public Service Authority. The editorial voices support for the acquisition for the benefit of South Carolina and its residents.
A letter for Senator Maybank to thank him for considering an investigation for a deepening, widening, and straightening project for the Cooper River by the United States Army Engineers.
A copy of a news release from Columbia, South Carolina, listing the 36 delegates selected at the state democratic convention to be sent to the Democratic National Party convention in Chicago, Illinois. Six delegates from each congressional district with three alternatives for each.
A letter from U.S. Public Health Medical Director, Louis L. Williams Jr., informing Senator Maybank about his letter sent to the Surgeon General about South Carolina needing more financial support from the government to effectively start the steps for malaria control.
A letter from Senator Maybank concerning the authorization bill for the Rivers and Harbors Committee of the House of Representatives and why the Santee and Congaree Rivers were not included.
A request from Senator Maybank that he be advised in advance before hearings are held before the Subcommittee on Appropriations of Rivers and Harbors. The South Carolina Public Service Authority especially wanted to be heard along with the Army Engineers.
A letter from John H. McCray (Chairman of the Progressive Democratic Party) to Oscar R. Ewing who served as Chairman of a meeting of the Progressive Democratic Party with a sub-committee of the National Democratic Committee on July 17, 1944. McCray thanks the Committee for hearing their case and expresses his party’s desire to continue fighting for their cause.
A telegram from a South Carolina constituent requesting Senator Maybank's support in securing a bid for abandoned Works Progress Administration (WPA) camp buildings in the Santee-Cooper Basin. Senator Maybank stated that he had no authority in the bidding process.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning Maybank's consideration of a bill to exempt boys of eighteen and nineteen years old who are currently attending college from being drafted. The writer believes this is unfair to the young men who aren't in college and that all college boys should go to war; their education being used most effectively in the war.
Correspondence concerning parity and conservation payments to the farmers who were moved out of the Santee-Cooper basin to new farms with no allotment. Senator Maybank forwarded the concern from a South Carolina constituent to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration and received a detailed response.
A letter from the New York City publisher Reynal and Hitchcock, Inc. requesting Senator Burnet R. Maybank read chapters concerning the effect of venereal disease on the armed forces of the United States from the newly published book "Plain Words About Venereal Disease." Also included is Senator Maybank's response thanking the company for the letter.
Correspondence concerning parity and conservation payments to the farmers who were moved out of the Santee-Cooper basin to new farms with no allotment. Senator Maybank forwarded the concern from a South Carolina constituent to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration and received a detailed response.
Correspondence concerning the sale of abandoned Works Progress Administration (WPA) camps in the Santee-Cooper Basin. There was concern that the camps would be burned instead of sold to interested members of the public.
A letter concerning the proposed move of South Carolina Public Service Authority offices from Charleston to Columbia, South Carolina. Included are thoughts, recommendations, and a chart for the future organization of the Authority.
Correspondence concerning an erroneous ruling by the Regional Defense Public Works Division in Jacksonville, Florida, declaring school facilities in the Santee-Cooper area to be not qualified for defense area assistance. Senator Maybank contacted the director of the Regional Office and the director corrected the ruling.
A letter from the General Manager of the South Carolina Public Service Authority requesting Senator Maybank's support in 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.
A letter written by the Educational Director of the South Carolina Public Service Authority in response to an inquiry about the original settlers of the area taken over by the Santee-Cooper Project.
Correspondence concerning a request by the President of the First Boston Corporation to meet with Senator Maybank and discuss the financing of the South Carolina Public Service Authority. Included is a recommendation by the President of The Citadel.
An excerpt, printed on a sheet of copy paper, taken from a letter sent by Admiral William Henry Allen to Senator Burnet R. Maybank concerning the effort to cleanup the vice problem in the city of Charleston. Attached to the copy paper are a number of newspaper clippings concerning reports of criminal activity in Charleston. These newspaper clippings can be found in the physical collection held by the College of Charleston.
A letter from Navy Yard Intelligence Officer Lieutenant Ernest Burwell to Governor Burnet R. Maybank thanking the Governor for his cooperation with Admiral William Henry Allen concerning efforts to clean up the Charleston vice problem. A two-page typed letter, written by Admiral William Henry Allen, urging the President of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce, Henry J. Mann, to make efforts to clean up the severe vice problem afflicting the city of Charleston including illegal prostitution, gambling, and the sale of alcohol and drugs. The Admiral cites the need to preserve Charleston as an important shipping and naval base. Also included is a a three-page typed explanation and justification of order No. 14-40, given by Admiral William Henry Allen, which declared parts of Charleston "out of bounds" to all Navy personnel visiting the city due to vice problems.
Correspondence concerning the awarding of a service contract to negotiate the purchase of private utilities by the South Carolina Public Service Authority. Senator Maybank forwarded a request and recommendation for full consideration of a Charleston based law office that had assisted the Authority and Senator Maybank in the past.
Correspondence concerning parity and conservation payments to the farmers who were moved out of the Santee-Cooper basin to new farms with no allotment. Senator Maybank forwarded the concern from a South Carolina constituent to the Agricultural Adjustment Administration and received a detailed response.
Correspondence concerning a request by the Charleston News and Courier for comment, from South Carolina Senator Roger C. Peace, in preparation for a special edition of the newspaper on "Power and Defense" commemorating the construction of the Santee-Cooper project.
Two copies of telegrams from Federal Security Agency Administrator Paul V. McNutt informing Governor Burnet R. Maybank of a government program targeting vice and prostitution affecting United States Army Camps. Also included is a brief response sent by Maybank and a telegram instructing South Carolina sheriff offices to support the program.
Typed copies of observations, recorded by undercover investigators hired by the United States Navy, of 31 Charleston establishments with suspected vice problems including prostitution, the illegal sale of alcohol and narcotics, and other violations. These reports were later submitted to the Charleston Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Henry W. Lockwood and are referenced in the minutes of a meeting held on October 1, 1941, in Admiral William Henry Allen's office. Establishments investigated include Lotti's Place, the Acme Beer Parlor, the American Beer Parlor, Atlantic Lunch, the Casino, the Downtown Chili Shop, Harold's Tavern, Hollywood Inn, the Flag Tap Room, Izzy's Tavern, Jimmie's Place, Kates Lunch Room, Lee's Grill, L-P Cafe, Manhattan Restaurant, Mike's Beer Parlor, Mitch's Lunch Room, M. and R. Lunch Room, Little Atlantic, the V Lunch, Taxi Cabs in Charleston, the Plaza Lunch Room, Robert's Tavern, the R-W Sandwich Shop, Safety Harbor, Sevilla Beer Parlor, Ship's Inn, Spooks Tavern, the Tavern, Town Tavern, and Uneeda Lunch Room.
A letter from a South Carolina lawyer to Senator Smith concerning the amendment for one year of training for eighteen and nineteen year olds before going to war, once drafted. He believes the Senator should vote down the amendment for the lengthy training would handicap the military, who are in present need of more manpower.
A telegram from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning proper training for eighteen and nineteen year old boys if drafted. A response from Maybank is included, greatly appreciating the constituent's views.
A letter from a South Carolinian supporting lowering the draft age, but that he doesn't understand taking the younger boys while those at home who are causing strikes within the war industries stay home. He believes that those workers should be put into the army. He wants the Senator to abolish the Unions for the duration of the war and put every man from seventeen to seventy in the army. A response from Maybank is included, thanking the constituent for his letter.
Correspondence between a South Carolinian and Senator Maybank concerning not changing the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service. The citizen than writes back stating that she never meant for her letter to appear as if she was asking for special treatment.
A letter from a South Carolina druggist to Senator Maybank protesting eighteen and nineteen year old boys being drafted for the war. He states that there are so many within the draft age who have not been called yet, men with no children, ex-criminals, and the "negros." A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft.
A letter from a South Carolinian Evangelist expressing his joy at Maybank supporting the Lee amendment to the draft bill. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service.
A letter from a South Carolinian about a friend's son who's a student at the Citadel. He writes to Senator Maybank to inform him of the parents' feelings about their son not having a chance to finish college, fearing he won't return if drafted. A response from Maybank is included, thanking the constituent for his letter but stating no preference will be shown when the draft age changes.
A letter from a South Carolina Superintendent to Senator Maybank to exclude college students from the draft, and if they are to be drafted, something should be done about the easy access to alcohol. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from the draft, and that he is supporting legislation to control the sale of alcohol.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the maturity of eighteen and nineteen year olds. He believes that the age limit should be raised to twenty-four and not draft "infants" into the war. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning proper training of eighteen and nineteen year old boys if drafted. He believes the current administration has decided to support, unnecessarily, drafting young boys and asks for the House and Senate to be the voices of reason. A response from Maybank is included, stating that he voted for the lowering of age based on the absolute necessity as outlined by the Army.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning the change in the draft age to eighteen and nineteen. The citizen wants the Senator to consider taking the boys after they've completed college and their commissions obtained. A response from Maybank is included, stating he appreciates the letter but no one will be exempt from draft. He gives the average age of members of the Navy and Marine Corps, which is between seventeen and nineteen, demonstrating that many young men already want to join the service.
Correspondence between the secretary of the Clemson Alumni Corporation to Senator Maybank. A resolution by the Corporation was sent to the Senator concerning Clemson student involvement in the war. They would like a more fixed policy about the drafting of college students. A response from Maybank is included, stating he voted in favor of lowering the age limit and not exempting college students, for he believes this is the best decision.
A letter from a South Carolinian to Senator Maybank concerning eighteen and nineteen year old boys not be given an opportunity to learn a trade if drafted for the war. He states that the bill is satisfactory to those with no sons or those who have the ability to place their sons in favored positions. A response from Maybank's clerk is included, stating the letter will be called to the attention of the Senator upon his return.
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.
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