Received another email from the Idaho State Historical Society this morning:
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Hi Bill,
I re-visited one of our catalogs because it was bothering me that the type of paperwork I was looking for wasn't showing up. Please excuse me, I'm new to my position and I'm learning a new system that I haven't figured out all its quirks - - this time I was able to locate a collection with the materials I was looking for. I am very sorry for the mix-up!
The box I was finally able to locate contains correspondence and additional documents regarding the 1963 Idaho Centennial Medal. One document in particular, a proposal for the medal, provides this information:
1. The project was taken over by the IHS per the Governor's request
2. The IHS chose to select a private firm (MACO), due to the firm's manufacturing reputation.
I would be delighted to pull this box for your friend, Mr. [redacted], in a visit to the archives! Is arranging a research visit something you are still interested in?
commems: If you're interested in pursuing this further, please advise via email.