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NARCE Convention
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Congressman David R. Obey of Wisconsin (left) at a convention in Wausau sponsored by the National Association of Civil Employees. Although undated, the photograph was taken during the early 1970s. Support for the concerns of the elderly was a hallmark of Obey's long tenure in Congress.
circa 1970-1979
Obey, David R.
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President Carter, Up Close and Personal
1979
President Jimmy Carter shaking hands in Wausau, while the Secret Service (left) keeps watch.
When the President Comes to Town
1979
President Jimmy Carter stands in the open rear passenger door of a car to wave to a crowd of spectators during a visit to Congressman David R. Obey's hometown. Obey is shaking hands with a man on t...
Two from Wausau
1970
Two Democratic candidates for office in Marathon County, both from Wausau: (left) Congressman David Obey and Anthony Earl.
Obey House in Wausau
January 1969
The Obey family walking in the snow at their house located at 515 N. 9th Avenue in Wausau; a casual portrait taken for David Obey's first campaign for Congress.
Committee Meeting
1979
Congressman David Obey of Wisconsin leans over to confer with Congressman Tim Wirth during a meeting of the House Budget Committee. Obey's aide Scott Lilly is between them.
Congressman Obey and President Carter
1979
President Jimmy Carter poses with Congressman David R. Obey, his wife, Joan Obey and an unknown man. The space is decorated with crepe paper and welcome signs. Several people can be seen in the bac...
