Johnson Aide Saved Brazos Farmers During Drought
In 1924 Luther A. Johnson aided Brazos county farmers and stockmen when they faced hunger and feed shortages. Although Brazos was not on the drought map, Johnson contacting Washington led to immediate action from the Department of Agriculture. The relief amounted to 123,538 dollars in cash.
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Brazos County
Luther A. Johnson
Washington
Cong. Johnson
O. B. Martin
Department of Agriculture
Johnson Helps Cotton Growers Gain Claims and Consideration
Congressman Johnson aided in collecting numerous cotton grower claims and secured consideration for growers who reduced acreage before the crop reduction program took effect.
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Cong. Johnson
Brazos River Project Backed By Congressmen Johnson and Cross
Congressman Johnson and Rep. O. H. Cross of Waco led a special committee to secure Federal recognition and PWA funding for the Brazos Conservation and Reclamation District project. Their efforts marked the start of work on the ambitious river project.
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Cong. Johnson
Brazos Conservation and Reclamation
PWA
Rep
O. H. Cross
Waco
Congressman Johnson Supports Texas A. and M. College
The long time ally of Texas A and M. College has helped secure and install a $20,000 cotton spinning test facility, one of only two in the nation. He also secured funds for a new post office building at the college, with construction expected to begin soon. His work with the Extension Service aided farm aid program efforts and College officials.
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Texas
Johnson
Cong. Johnson
Texas A. & M. College
Extension Service
United States
College
Congress
Veterans’ Administration
Johnson House honors veterans and dependents
Democratic congressman Luther A. Johnson of Washington D C delivers remarks on veterans and their dependents. The note places the event in Washington on June 5 1936 and highlights Johnson as the presenting official.
Johnson urged to address favorable comments and copy requests
A fragment notes requests for copies and favorable comments directed at Congressman Johnson. The article sentence suggests congressional action or response is being urged. Further specifics are unclear due to truncated text.
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