1935 Press Photo Gerald P Nye Senate Munitions Committee William B Shearer

William B. Shearer, (right) reputed "Navy propagandist," is shown as he approached Senator Gerald P. Nye, (Republican, North Dakota) Chairman of the Senate Munitions Committee to find out "just when" he can testify before the Senate probe investigating shipbuilding contracts. Senator Nye promised Shearer his chance at a later date.

Photo measures 9 x 7.25 inches.

Photo is dated 02-22-1935.



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