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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JH-01
In this interview Harllee discusses his interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK] during World War II; working with Congressman JFK on selection procedures for Annapolis and West Point, 1947–1948; his impressions of JFK in Congress; working as chairman of Citizens for Kennedy and Johnson [Lyndon B. Johnson] in northern California, 1960; anti-Catholic opposition to JFK in California during the 1960 presidential election; and becoming a member of the Federal Maritime Commission amid changes to the Commission’s powers and functions, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-DJR-01
In this interview Roberts discusses working with John F. Kennedy [JFK] on New England issues when he was a congressman and a senator; JFK and the American textile industry; JFK and other New England governors; the significance of New England solidarity at national political conventions; Adlai E. Stevenson and the 1956 Democratic National Convention; JFK’s bid for the vice-presidential nomination at the 1956 Convention and arguments against him; Stevenson’s reaction to JFK as a vice-presidential possibility; contact with JFK and his staff after 1956; dealing with the religious issue when gathering support for JFK; meeting at Hyannis Port in October 1959; JFK’s 1960 presidential campaign; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; JFK’s reception in Rhode Island; interactions with President JFK and working with his Administration; and JFK’s political legacy, among other issues.
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Lawrence F. O'Brien Personal Papers
LOBPP-009-011
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-019
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at City Hall in Providence, Rhode Island, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the key differences between the two political parties, and asks for support in the final hours of the campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-018
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Hillsgrove Airport in Providence, Rhode Island, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator asks for the voters' help in moving the country forward.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-019
This folder contains telegrams, letters, and a memorandum concerning trips to Arizona, Colorado, and Kansas made by former Governor of Rhode Island Dennis J. Roberts in support of Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-018
This folder contains letters and newspaper clippings concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-017
This folder contains letters and newspaper clippings concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-016
This folder contains letters and newspaper clippings concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-015
This folder contains letters, telegrams, and newspaper clippings concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and campaign efforts in Rhode Island, including endorsements from various organizations and individuals.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-014
This folder contains letters concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and campaign efforts in Rhode Island. Also included in this folder are numerous letters from Rhode Island General Assembly member Reverend John C. Agnew and Kennedy supporter Edward F. Burke.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-013
This folder contains a letter to Senator John F. Kennedy from Francis W. McGreavy offering assistance on Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-012
This folder contains memoranda and letters between Senator John F. Kennedy and various individuals concerning political endorsements, lists of Democratic State Committee members for Rhode Island, and lists of Rhode Island delegates and alternates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention. Also included in this folder is a list of supporters from Colorado for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-011
This folder contains correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy; members of the Senator’s staff; and Dennis J. Roberts, former Governor of Rhode Island and a delegate to the 1960 Democratic National Convention, concerning labor groups in Rhode Island, including American Federation of Labor, Congress of Industrial Organization (AFL-CIO) unions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-010
This folder contains letters and newspaper clippings sent between Senator John F. Kennedy and Rhode Island delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, and concerning the resignation of Frank Rao as Democratic State Chairman and campaign efforts in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-009
This folder contains letters, newspaper clippings, and telegrams sent between Senator John F. Kennedy and Rhode Island delegates and alternates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and campaign efforts in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-008
This folder contains letters between staff members of Senator John F. Kennedy; Dennis J. Roberts, Governor of Rhode Island and a delegate to the 1960 Democratic National Convention; and other individuals containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, requests for campaign materials, and campaign efforts in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-007
This folder contains letters between Senator John F. Kennedy; the Senator’s staff; Dennis J. Roberts, Governor of Rhode Island and a delegate to the 1960 Democratic National Convention; and other individuals containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and campaign efforts in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-006
This folder contains letters and newspaper articles sent between Senator John F. Kennedy, the Senator’s staff, and individuals containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, including the formation of student groups on college campuses in Rhode Island.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-005
This folder contains letters, telegrams, and newspaper articles sent between Senator John F. Kennedy, the Senator’s staff, and members of the Blackstone Valley Kennedy for President Club containing expressions of general support for Senator Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, requests for campaign materials, and lists of people to receive thank you letters.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0963-004
The contents of this folder are closed due to deed restrictions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0986-014
This folder contains letters and photographs containing expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and advice for the campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0986-013
This folder contains letters expressing general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, advice for the campaign, and reactions to the debates between presidential candidates Senator Kennedy and Vice President Richard M. Nixon.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0986-012
This folder contains letters expressing general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, advice for the campaign, and reactions to the debates between presidential candidates Senator Kennedy and Vice President Richard M. Nixon.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1027-014
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s itinerary for New England and copies of speeches given in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include a proposal for a Peace Corps, education, the economy, and support in the election. Also included in this folder is a transcript from a television program in which Senator Kennedy answers questions regarding religion, Communism, Fidel Castro, agriculture, and foreign policy.