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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0926-010
This folder contains a list of Arizona delegates to the 1956 Democratic National Convention, a list of people to invite to a luncheon in Tucson, and a memorandum to Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr. from Ted Sorensen, Staff Assistant to Senator John F. Kennedy.
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John F. Kennedy Personal Papers
JFKPP-039-001
This folder contains handwritten miscellaneous notes and drafts, primarily for speeches, by John F. Kennedy. Of note are handwritten notes and drafts, possibly for the 1960 Presidential campaign, by Kennedy staff member Ted Sorensen. Also included in this folder are transcriptions by the archivist.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0928-008
This folder contains materials concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in Colorado, including a newspaper article, excerpts from the Congressional Record, and correspondence between Senator Kennedy; Ted Sorensen, Staff Assistant to Senator Kennedy; members of the Senator’s staff, and attorney Joseph F. Dolan concerning the Senator’s visits to Colorado and financial supporters to the Democratic Party in the state.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0928-007
This folder contains memoranda, newspaper articles, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy; Ted Sorensen, Staff Assistant to Senator Kennedy; and attorney Joseph F. Dolan concerning the Senator’s visits to Colorado.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0928-005
This folder contains a memorandum, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy; Ted Sorensen, Staff Assistant to Senator Kennedy; and attorney Joseph F. Dolan concerning the Senator’s visits to Colorado.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Walter W. Heller
JFKWHSFWWH-MF86-009
This folder contains material pertaining to President Kennedy's Special Message on Tax Reduction and Reform. Items include the final press release of the speech and accompanying tables, a transcript of a press briefing held by Treasury Secretary Douglas Dillon, a draft of the message by Theodore Sorensen bearing many handwritten edits, and an earlier draft by the Treasury Department.
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Bernard L. Boutin Personal Papers
BLBPP-MF05-031
This folder contains an alphabetical file of political correspondence related to John F. Kennedy's presidential campaign in New Hampshire. Most of the correspondence is with Stephen E. Smith and Ted Sorensen.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-045-005
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's radio and television address on civil rights. In his speech the President responds to the threats of violence and obstruction on the University of Alabama campus following desegregation attempts, explaining that the United States was founded on the principle that all men are created equal and thus, all American students are entitled to attend public educational institutions, regardless of race. He also discusses how discrimination affects education, public safety, and international relations, noting that the country cannot preach freedom internationally while ignoring it domestically. The President asks Congress to enact legislation protecting all Americans' voting rights, legal standing, educational opportunities, and access to public facilities, but recognizes that legislation alone cannot solve the country's problems concerning race relations. Materials in this folder include a memorandum, drafts by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations by the President, in addition to copies of newspaper clippings concerning civil rights articles and notes of suggested remarks handwritten by Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-034
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the opening ceremony of the 1963 World Food Congress held at the Departmental Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses his administration's "Food for Peace" program, and explains that any concerted effort to eliminate world hunger must be comprehensive, international in scope, and based on the premise that nations facing food crises are capable of solving these problems with foreign assistance. Materials in this folder include a memorandum, draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen, press copy, and reading copies of the speech, in addition to a program for the conference.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-028
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the annual White House Correspondents and News Photographers Associations dinner held at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his remarks the President discusses the new Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse in Hannibal, Missouri. Materials in this folder include a banquet program and name card, in addition to various memoranda and a draft of the President's speech written by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-027
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at "New York's Birthday Salute to the President" held at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. In his speech the President discusses the differences between the country's primary political parties, and characterizes the Democratic Party as "the party of hope." Materials in this folder include drafts by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations by the President and a press copy of the speech. The press copy also includes remarks from Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-026
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the dedication ceremony of the East Coast Memorial to the Missing held at Battery Park in New York City. In his speech the President describes the dangerous beauty of the sea, and explains that every American must contribute towards efforts to maintain freedom. Materials in this folder include various memoranda, a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen, a press copy, and a reading copy of the speech, in addition to a program for the dedication ceremony. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-017
This folder contains a draft of President John F. Kennedy's taped remarks for the Oklahoma Jefferson-Jackson Day fundraising dinner. In his speech the President explains the importance of a strong Democratic Party in preparation for the 1964 elections. The draft is by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen and contains handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-005
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the 75th anniversary banquet for the International Association of Machinists held at the Sheraton-Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President congratulates the organization on their anniversary, and discusses their contributions to the American labor movement. Materials in this folder include handwritten memoranda, drafts written by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen, and a press copy of the speech, in addition to a banquet program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-032
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks upon signing a proclamation conferring honorary citizenship on Sir Winston Churchill. In his speech the President discusses Churchill's many contributions to American society, and explains that the former British Prime Minister is the first person to be granted this honor. Materials in this folder include drafts (by Special Assistant to the President and speechwriter Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. and Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen), a reading copy, and press copies of the speech, in addition to a press release of the formal proclamation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-028
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks upon the arrival of King Hassan II of Morocco at Union Station in Washington, D.C. Materials in this folder include handwritten memoranda written by the President, a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen, and a press copy of the speech. The press copy also includes King Hassan's response.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-023
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's taped remarks for the Colorado Jefferson-Jackson fundraising dinner. In his speech the President explains the importance of a strong Democratic Party in preparation for the 1964 elections. Materials in this folder include a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen containing handwritten notations by the President and letters to Administrative Assistant to the President Mike Manatos from Utah Senator Frank Moss and Fred M. Betz, Sr., Chariman of the Colorado State Democratic Central Committee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-010
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the 1963 Gridiron Club Dinner. Materials in this folder include drafts of suggested remarks (some by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen) and a program for the dinner.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-005
This folder contains a draft of President John F. Kennedy's taped remarks for the Utah Jefferson-Jackson Day fundraising dinner. In his speech the President explains the importance of a strong Democratic Party in preparation for the 1964 elections. The draft is by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen and contains handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-004
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the 50th anniversary dinner for the Department of Labor held at the Sheraton-Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses the Department's accomplishments and its future proposals concerning minimum wage, unskilled labor, and improved training programs. Materials in this folder include a memorandum, drafts with handwritten notations by the President (one by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen), and press copies of the speech, in addition to a program for the banquet.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-043-001
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the American Bankers Association Symposium on Economic Growth held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses his plans to lower unemployment rates, prevent future recessions, and revise the country's tax legislation. He also answers questions from members of the audience. Materials in this folder include a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen, reading copies (one with handwritten notations by the President), and a press copy of the speech, in addition to a table place card for the conference.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-037
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the 11th annual Presidential Prayer Breakfast held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President explains that the United States must depend on faith instead of material wealth, military strength, or intellectual ability. Materials in this folder include drafts by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen and a press copy of the speech, in addition to a pamphlet from International Christian Leadership (ICL) and programs for the 1962 and 1963 Prayer Breakfasts.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-036
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's Special Message to Congress on mental illness and mental retardation delivered from the White House Fish Room. In his speech the President discusses his plans for a national mental health program, which includes comprehensive community mental health centers, improved care in state mental institutions, and increased research. To combat mental retardation, he recommends emphasizing preventative lifestyle measures, improved community services, increased research, and comprehensive maternity and child health care assistance programs. Materials in this folder include a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations by the President and a press copy of the speech, in addition to a press release of an abridged version of the President's remarks.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-035
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the 50th annual meeting of the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith at the Sheraton-Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President thanks the organization for the Presidential Gold Medal bestowed upon him, congratulates its members of its anniversary, and discusses the historical development of American democracy. Materials in this folder include a draft by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations and a press copy of the speech, in addition to a transcript of the CBS News program, "Dinner with the President."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-029
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's preparation for a dinner honoring Vice President Lyndon Johnson. Materials in this folder include a memorandum from Special Assistant to the President and speechwriter Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. and a draft from Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Soresnsen.