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Vic Reinemer Papers, 1960-1973

Overview of the Collection

Creator
Reinemer, Vic (Victor Orval), 1923-1991
Title
Vic Reinemer Papers
Dates
1960-1973 (inclusive)
Quantity
1 linear foot
Collection Number
Mss 121 (collection)
Summary
Vic Reinemer was an aide to U.S. Senators James Murray and Lee Metcalf. This collection contains outgoing correspondence, 1972-1973, a draft of the manuscript for the book, Overcharge, which Metcalf and Reinemer co-authored in 1967, and book review clippings of Overcharge.
Repository
University of Montana, Mansfield Library, Archives and Special Collections
Archives and Special Collections
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library
University of Montana
32 Campus Dr. #9936
59812-9936
Missoula, MT
Telephone: 406-243-2053
library.archives@umontana.edu
Access Restrictions

Researchers must use collection in accordance with the policies of Archives and Special Collections, the Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, and The University of Montana--Missoula.

Languages
English
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Biographical Note

Victor Orval Reinemer was born in Circle, Montana on June 7, 1923 to H.R. and Ida Reinemer. He served as a pilot in World War II. He studied in England and Paris before receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Montana in Missoula (then called Montana State University). Before becoming involved in Montana politics, he was associate editor of the Charlotte, North Carolina News, where he was recognized for his editorials on civil rights. In 1956 he became executive secretary to Montana U.S. Senator James Murray, and served in that role for Senator Lee Metcalf from 1961 to 1978. He specialized in public utility regulation and corporate oversight. Vic Reinemer died in Helena, Montana, on July 5, 1991.

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Content Description

This collection contains outgoing correspondence, 1972-1973, a draft of the manuscript for the book, Overcharge, which Metcalf and Reinemer co-authored in 1967, and book review clippings of Overcharge. The book dealt with electrical rates in the United States.

The outgoing correspondence deals with public relations, answering letters from companies and the public. They also include information requests, fulfilling information requested from others, and letters written about concerns with utility companies. Letters were also written to set up testimonies from individuals about new bills that were being presented and also letters of thanks for testimonies.

The complete manuscript for Overcharge is a copy and has some editing notes written on the copy.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Researchers are responsible for using in accordance with 17 U.S.C. and any other applicable statutes. Copyright not transferred to The University of Montana.

Preferred Citation

Vic Reinemer Papers, Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, The University of Montana-Missoula.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

The collection is arranged in three series:

Series I: Correspondence, 4 folders, 1967-1973

Series II: Overcharge manuscript, 3 folders, undated

Series III: Clippings, 1 folder, 1960-1967

Custodial History

The materials remained in Reinemer's custody until arrival at the archives.

Acquisition Information

Gift of Vic Reinemer, date unknown.

Processing Note

The actions of the original processors are unknown. In 1998-1999, the collection was re-described.

Related Materials

The Montana Historical Society holds a substantial collection of Lee Metcalf's congressional papers.

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Detailed Description of the Collection

  • Series I: Correspondence, 1967-1973

    4 folders

    The outgoing correspondence deals with public relations, answering letters from companies and the public. They also include information requests, fulfilling information requested from others, and letters written about concerns with utility companies. Letters were also written in order to set up testimonies from individuals about new bills that were being presented and also letters of thanks for testimonies.

  • Series II: Overcharge Manuscript, undated

    3 folders

    This series contains a complete manuscript of Overcharge with editing marks.

  • Series III: Clippings, 1960-1967

    1 folder

    This series contains clippings related to Overcharge.

Finding aid prepared by Brooke Simpson
1998

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