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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0949-001
This file contains a letter from Senator John F. Kennedy to Michigan attorney Vincent A. Scorsone concerning an invitation to a speaking engagement.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0948-018
This folder contains memoranda, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support, Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in Michigan, and the state’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0948-017
This folder contains a telegram, memoranda, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy; members of Senator Kennedy’s staff; G. Mennen “Soapy” Williams, Governor of Michigan; and various individuals concerning expressions of general support, Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in Michigan, and the state’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0948-016
This folder contains telegrams, memoranda, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support, Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in Michigan, and the state’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0948-015
This folder contains memoranda and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support, Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in Michigan, and the state’s delegates to the 1960 Democratic National Convention.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0948-014
The contents of this folder are closed due to deed restrictions.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-081-008
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Department of Labor. Topics include raising the minimum wage, a labor dispute between ship owners and operators, unemployment in Michigan, and the Missile Sites Labor Commission. Of note is a paper titled, "The International Crisis," concerning the Soviet Union, Berlin, and the United States. Also included in this folder is a report on the maritime labor dispute from the Board of Inquiry that was established under Executive Order 10949.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-102-009
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the state of Michigan. Materials include maps, a description of the state's economy, a summary of Area Redevelopment and Accelerated Public Works programs, a listing of budget appropriations for federal programs in Michigan, and memoranda of preparatory information on unemployment solutions for President Kennedy's meeting with Michigan representatives. The folder also contains a report by the Department of Commerce entitled "Export Origin Study: State of Michigan.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-105-003
This folder contains a study of Michigan citizens' attitudes towards candidates for the 1962 gubernatorial election completed by Louis Harris and Associates, Inc.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0897-021
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at an American Relief for Poland dinner held in Detroit, Michigan. In his speech the Senator discusses a need for the United States to provide aid to Communist Poland.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-003
This folder contains a summary of a meeting between Senator John F. Kennedy and Michigan delegates for the 1960 Democratic National Convention to discuss the Senator’s stance on civil rights.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-008
This file contains drafts and excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Detroit, Michigan. In his speech he discusses problems arising from global population growth, national security issues, and legislation to address labor concerns. Of note are drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-027
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a United Automobile Workers (UAW) conference in Detroit, Michigan concerning Social Security, and proposes a bill to protect the elderly against rising hospital and nursing costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-026
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Democratic Midwest conference in Detroit, Michigan. In the speech he discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party and various challenges facing the United States including development of efficient farm technology, national security, and foreign aid. Of note, the draft contains notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-042
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at an AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) convention in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Topics of his speeches include the effects of automation on labor, and a need to revise Social Security legislation to protect the elderly against rising hospital and nursing costs.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Muskegon County Airport in Muskegon, Michigan discussing the importance of the 1960 presidential election.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-037
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Doo Drop Inn in Muskegon, Michigan during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals to voters and encourages them to vote for Democratic leadership at the state and Federal level.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-036
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a picnic in Muskegon, Michigan discussing the achievement gap between the United States and Soviet Union and a need for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-035
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Cadillac Square, Detroit, Michigan. In his speech he discusses the 1960 presidential democratic platform including the elimination of poverty and unemployment, re-establishing the United States as a world leader, and the guarantee of full civil rights for all citizens.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-034
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Michigan State Fair in Detroit, Michigan discussing the role of state fairs as symbols of American achievement, as well as addressing the interdependence of farm and city economies.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-033
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Detroit, Michigan during his 1960 presidential campaign discussing a need for Democratic leadership.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-022
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a National V.F.W. (Veterans of Foreign Wars) convention in Detroit, Michigan discussing the achievement gap in technological advancements between the United States and Soviet Union, including in the areas of space exploration and nuclear weapons development.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0983-004
This folder contains letters and telegrams concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, advice for the campaign, and campaign efforts in Michigan.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0983-003
This folder contains letters and newspaper clippings concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, requests for campaign materials, and campaign efforts in Michigan.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0983-002
This folder contains letters, newspaper clippings, and telegrams concerning expressions of general support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, campaign efforts in Michigan, and controversy surrounding Panamanian Independence Day.