1936 New Senate Committee on Government Agencies Byrd O'Mahoney McNary Robinson

Description: Size: 7x10 inch Condition: All photos in this series are in good to excellent condition for their age, unless otherwise outlined here. Photos of any major imperfections will be included. NEW SENATE COMMITTEE TO INVESTIGATE EXPENDITURE OF GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES. WASHINGTON D.C.--headed by Senator Harry Flood Byrd of Virginia, the Senate Committee held their first meeting today to determine what savings might be derived from investigations of government agencies. In the photo, Joseph C. O'Mahoney, Wyoming, Senator Byrd, chairman; Charles L. McNary, Oregon; Sen. Jos. T. Robinson, Arkansas; and Sen. John Townsend Jr. The mid-1930s were a significant time in U.S. history as the country was still grappling with the effects of the Great Depression. This Senate Committee was established to investigate governmental expenditures in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Senator Byrd's leadership emphasized a call for accountability and fiscal responsibility, aiming to scrutinize various federal agencies to determine their actual costs and explore potential savings. The meeting depicted in the image was crucial to laying the groundwork for more effective government operation during a challenging economic climate. === This 7x10 inch original type 1 photograph is from the personal collection of photographer Wes Howland (1906-1956). Howland was a reporter with the Harris-Ewing news service in Washington D.C from 1931-1941, and went on to serve with the military. He was one of a small number of photographers with complete access to the White House, Capitol, Senate, and House. This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 large photos from Wes Howland personal archive that we acquired from his estate. Included with the lot was the following note from a relative: "Periodically he would send his glossys to his mother. Soon after (joining the Marines) the newspaper of Harris & Ewing went out of business. As far as I know, the hundreds of pictures he took and sent his mother are one of a kind, and the only ones in existence. No prints have ever been made. I inherited them from my grandmother." Not only did Mr Howland have incredible access to the government figures of the day but he was a highly skilled photographer who produced some stunning historical images and documented Washington D.C. in the 1930s like few others. We are happy to offer discounts if you order multiple photos. Simply send us discounted offers on each photo that you would like to purchase. We are happy to combine shipping and refund any excess paid.

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Location: Carlsbad, California

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