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Guide to the Governor Jack R. Gage records

 Collection
Identifier: RG0001.35

Scope and Content

Correspondence and record series primarily subject files ranging from state and federal agency correspondence, to appointment records, water compact and water right files, and expense records.

Dates

  • 1961-1962

Creator

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

Access to ad valorem file and some state institutional records may be restricted. Generally, there are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the remainder of the collection is open to the public.

Copyright Information

The researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.

Biography of

Jack R. Gage, was born in Worland,Wyoming on January 13, 1899. He completed his education at the University of Wyoming and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1924. Gage was the first University of Wyoming graduate to hold any state elective office when he took over the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the 1934 to 1939 term. He was later postmaster in Sheridan until he successfully ran for Secretary of State in the 1958 election. Gage was serving as Secretary of State when Governor Hickey resigned to enter the U.S. Senate. He became acting Governor January 2, 1961 and served for the duration of Hickey's term. Governor Gage was a popular lecturer and author of several books including Ten Sleep and No Rest, Pack of Lies, and Afoot and Horseback. Jack Gage died March 14, 1970 in Cheyenne.

Extent

16 cubic feet (16 boxes)

Abstract

Records of Jack Gage's term as Governor of Wyoming feature the usual topics associated with the office. Notable issues include water compact commission and water project records, state and federal agency correspondence, appointment files and government expense records.

Arrangement of the Collection

The collection is divided into two subgroups including: Subject Files, and Appointments

Acquisition Information

MA 1618

Related Materials

Researchers should also consult Gage's collection at the University of Wyoming's American Heritage Center.

Processing Information

The collection was processed by Curtis Greubel, Carl Hallberg, Tone Mendoza and Mary Ann Muniz

Title
Guide to the Governor Jack R. Gage records, 1961-1962
Status
Edited Full Draft
Author
Processed by Curtis Greubel, Carl Hallberg, Tone Mendoza and Mary Ann Muniz
Date
2015
Language of description
English
Script of description
Code for undetermined script
Language of description note
Finding aid is in English

Repository Details

Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository

Contact:
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826