Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0350-015
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda relating to the Christmas holiday and drafts of President John F. Kennedy's holiday messages to the people of the United States, members of the Armed Forces, military veterans, the United States territories, and other groups. In addition to the draft messages, topics include the National Christmas tree and White House Christmas celebrations. Of note are a memorandum regarding a request that a Christmas message be sent from President Kennedy to all those who assisted in the college enrollment of James Meredith, the first African American student to attend the University of Mississippi, and a draft of a holiday message to non-Christian recipients.