WPA Song--" Leaning on a Shovel," words by unknown WPA worker, music by Chester Watson

File — Box: 37, Folder: 38

Identifier: VI

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Series: In 1935 Dean Brimhall accepted a position with the Works Progress Administration as an advisor for labor relations. He served until 1939 under WPA administrator Harry L. Hopkins. During this time Brimhall was an outspoken defender of the Roosevelt administration and of the Works Progress Administration. He gave many speeches and always fought for the workers' rights.

Dates

1886-1980

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