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Sound recording
United States Information Agency Audio Recordings Collection
USIAAU-013
Sound recording of David Schoenbrun's interview with Director of the United States Information Agency (USIA) Edward R. Murrow. They discuss the introduction of communication satellite technology, the potential impact on broadcasting, and potential use for the USIA/Voice of America (VOA). They also discuss how the image of the United States is determined and presented. The recording includes multiple takes. Accession MR-1972-096-013.
Sound recording
United States Information Agency Audio Recordings Collection
USIAAU-012
Sound recording of statements by the Director of the United States Information Agency (USIA) Edward R. Murrow concerning the resumption of U.S. nuclear testing. The recording begins with an unidentified speaker commenting on the effect of Voice of America (VOA) radio broadcasts. In three cuts, Director Murrow talks about the Soviet Union’s responsibility for breaking a moratorium on nuclear testing, the reluctance of the United States to resume testing, worldwide reaction, and the commitment of the U.S. government to achieve a complete ban on nuclear testing. Accession MR-1972-096-012.
Sound recording
United States Information Agency Audio Recordings Collection
USIAAU-009
Sound recording of ceremonies celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the Voice of America (VOA). Following music and introductory remarks about the VOA's role in describing policies of the United States government and in presenting a balanced reflection of American thought, VOA announcers speak briefly in Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, and Spanish. Director of the United States Information Agency (USIA) Edward R. Murrow then speaks about the VOA's operations and messaging. Director Murrow states that the American “way of diversity is the way of free choice,” drawing a parallel to emerging nations that seek their own form. Secretary of State Dean Rusk speaks next and describes the beginnings of the VOA, the VOA's role in foreign affairs, and the determination to assist developing nations and people seeking freedom. The recording ends with an extended musical performance. During a brief pause, an unidentified speaker announces that the President will arrive soon. This recording does not include remarks from President Kennedy. The tape box identifies a speaker as "Loomis." Accession MR-1972-096-009.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-161-010
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the dedication ceremony for the United States Information Agency (USIA) Transmitter Complex in Greenville, North Carolina. In his speech the President discusses the practical as well as symbolic importance of the Voice of America, the radio outlet for the agency.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-075-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a celebration commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Voice of America held in the White House Health, Education, and Welfare Auditorium. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the necessity of freedom of information and complete truthfulness of the media.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-02-26-B
AR17
Collection
USIA
Records (RG306), 1949-1965 (bulk 1961-1964). Microfilm copies of news clippings, articles, reports, speeches, news releases, photographs, the chronological correspondence file of Director Edward R. Murrow, and records from the Voice of America. Hard copies consist of memoranda, telegrams, news releases, teletype messages, condolence mail, foreign press coverage of President Kennedy's assassination, and Murrow speeches.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1023-045
This folder contains quotes by Richard M. Nixon on the United States Information Agency (USIA) and Voice of America (VOA).
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-037-020
This folder contains a draft and press copy of President John. F. Kennedy's remarks on the twentieth anniversary of the Voice of America in the White House Health, Education, and Welfare Auditorium concerning the necessity of freedom of information and complete truthfulness of the media. Of note are handwritten notations by the President on the draft copy of the speech.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-038
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the dedication ceremony for the United States Information Agency (USIA) Transmitter Complex in Greenville, North Carolina. In his speech the President discusses the practical as well as symbolic importance of the Voice of America, the agency's radio outlet.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-091-002
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the U.S. Information Agency (USIA). Topics include negotiations for a Voice of America station in Turkey, Fidel Castro's standing in Latin America, recommendations of countries for the National Association of Broadcasters' mass literacy television project, and results of various opinion polls. Also included in this folder are reports titled, "The Current State of Confidence in the U.S. Among the West European Public," and, "Initial Worldwide Reactions to the Soviet Nuclear Test Announcement."
Textual folder
Robert S. Greene Personal Papers
RSGPP-001-001
Collection
USIAAU
Sound Recordings, 1957-1974 (bulk 1961-1964), deposited in the Kennedy Library by the United States Information Agency (USIA) at various times. Speeches and other public appearances of Edward R. Murrow during his tenure as Director of the USIA; recordings of memorial ceremonies and tributes to President Kennedy occurring both within and outside of the United States; interviews with persons who knew President Kennedy; Voice of America news and information broadcasts; Japanese, Russian, Spanish, and other non-English language programs created by the United States Information Service (USIS) for broadcast outside of the United States; USIS recordings made during Mrs. Kennedy's visit to Pakistan; off-air recordings made by USIS field offices outside of the United States of state or local broadcasts; other events.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR7067-B
President John F. Kennedy greets guests at a celebration of Voice of America’s twentieth year of broadcasting as part of the United States Information Agency (USIA), in the auditorium of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW), Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR7067-A
President John F. Kennedy speaks at a celebration of Voice of America’s twentieth year of broadcasting as part of the United States Information Agency (USIA), in the auditorium of the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW), Washington, D.C. Seated behind President Kennedy are (L-R): Unidentified; Henry Loomis, Director of Voice of America; Edward R. Murrow, Director of USIA; Secretary of State Dean Rusk.
Collection
RSGPP
Papers, 1963-2002. Radio broadcast writer (ca. 1943-1963), speech writer (ca. 1963-1969). Radio transcripts, letters, political ephemera, and publications.