Interview session 27, 2002 January 31

Item — Audiocassette: 36

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

In the twenty-seventh interview session, conducted on January 31, 2002, Hatfield continues to discuss his service as Oregon governor from 1959 to 1967, with a focus on his first term. He discusses serving on the board of control, talks about legislation regarding labor and taxes, and speaks about the repeal of capital punishment in Oregon. He also discusses building international trade partnerships for Oregon, including a visit with Emperor Hirohito of Japan.

Dates

Creation: 2002 January 31

Creator

From the Collection: Hatfield, Mark O., 1922-2011 (Interviewee, Person)
From the Collection: Hansen, Clark (Interviewer, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Parts of the interview have been restricted by Mark Hatfield. Restricted segments have been redacted from the transcript and digitized audio files, and tapes 2, 3, 6-8, and 12 are restricted. The remainder of the interview is open for research.