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Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-05-05-B
AR07
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JJB-01
Burns discusses Robert F. Kennedy’s (RFK) decision to run for president in 1968, and the presidential campaign in New York State; RFK’s relationship with Lyndon Baines Johnson, and Johnson’s decision not to run for reelection in 1968; negotiations with the Eugene J. McCarthy campaign over electoral delegates, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-CB-01
Burden discusses the staff and office politics in Robert F. Kennedy’s New York Office, the office’s relations with members of the press and labor organizations, and the Bedford-Stuyvesant Redevelopment Corporation, among other issues
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-HJG-03
Greenfield discusses various speeches written during RFK’s senate years, among other issues.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-05-19-A
ST10
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0913-045
This file contains copies of remarks given by Senator John F. Kennedy at Union Hall in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks the Senator encourages voter turnout and discusses a need for legislation to resolve labor issues, including the minimum wage.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-028
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given to the Trade Union Council of the Liberal Party of New York State, in New York City, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the international prestige of the United States, employment and industrial capacity, and the need for the country to speak for freedom around the world.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0956-019
This folder contains a telegram, memoranda, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, Harlem Councilman Earl Brown, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support, pending labor legislation, African Americans as a voting bloc, and Senator Kennedy’s presidential campaign efforts in New York.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0956-012
This folder contains memoranda, a newsletter, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and various individuals concerning expressions of general support and Senator Kennedy’s position on labor policy, including the Labor-Management Relations Act (also known as the Taft-Hartley Act).
Textual folder
Burke Marshall Personal Papers
BMPP-006-004
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-008
This folder contains a copy of Robert F. Kennedy’s speech given at a New York state Democratic dinner in Albany, New York. In his speech Kennedy discusses his work as Chief Counsel of the Senate Labor Rackets Committee in combating labor racketeering, and the political achievements of Senator John F. Kennedy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-011
This file contains drafts and excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Democratic dinner in Garden City, New York. In the speech he discusses problems arising from global population growth, national security issues, and legislation needed to address labor concerns. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-010
This file contains drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a United Hatters, Cap and Millinery convention in New York City. In his speech he discusses labor issues, including unemployment compensation and legislation to end labor racketeering. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0903-007
This file contains excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Grover Cleveland dinner in Buffalo, New York discussing labor issues, including a need for legislation to end labor racketeering.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-027
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech before the American Women in Radio and Television in New York City, New York discussing expanded roles and opportunities for women in news media and politics. Also included is a copy of Senator Kennedy's speech titled, “The Continuing Issues of Labor Reform,” addressing a need for legislation to end labor racketeering.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-031
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Citizens for Kennedy rally held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need for Democratic leadership to address domestic challenges, including labor issues arising from automation and unemployment.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-024
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given before the New York State AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor, Congress of Industrial Organizations) discussing a need for Democratic leadership to address labor issues including Social Security, minimum wage, and unemployment benefits.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-274-1-61
President John F. Kennedy speaks with Heisman Trophy winner Ernie Davis (left) at a reception sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers. White House Secret Service Agent Art Godfrey stands in back (left of President Kennedy); President of the National Association of Manufacturers John W. McGovern stands at far right. Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-274-2-61
President John F. Kennedy shakes hands with Heisman Trophy winner Ernie Davis at a reception sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers. President of the National Association of Manufacturers John W. McGovern stands at far right; Air Force Aide to the President Brigadier General Godfrey T. McHugh stands in back (partially hidden). Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6562-C
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 3935 Public Law 87-30 Minimum Wage Act. L-R: Senator Winston L. Prouty (Vermont); Congressman John H. Dent (Pennsylvania); Senator Pat McNamara (Michigan); Congressman Adam C. Powell (New York); President Kennedy; Congressman John W. McCormack (Massachusetts); Senator Hubert H. Humphrey (Minnesota); Congressman James Roosevelt (California); President of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), George Meany; Secretary of Labor, Arthur Goldberg; Congressman Carl Albert (Oklahoma), in front of Goldberg; unidentified man in back; Alex Rose, of the United Hatters, Cap and Millinery Workers International Union; unidentified man in front; President of Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, Cornelius J. Haggerty (behind unidentified man). Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6562-B
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 3935 Public Law 87-30 Minimum Wage Act. L-R: President of Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America, Jacob S. Potofsky; President of Retail Clerks International Association, James Suffridge; President of the International Ladies Garment Workers’ Union, David Dubinsky (in front); two unidentified persons in back; Senator Winston L. Prouty (Vermont); Congressman John H. Dent (Pennsylvania); Senator Pat McNamara (Michigan); President Kennedy; Congressman John W. McCormack (Massachusetts); Senator Hubert H. Humphrey (Minnesota), partially hidden; Secretary of Labor, Arthur Goldberg (in front); Congressman James Roosevelt (California), behind Goldberg; President of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), George Meany; Congressman Carl Albert (Oklahoma); unidentified man in back; Alex Rose, of the United Hatters, Cap and Millinery Workers International Union; unidentified man; President of Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, Cornelius J. Haggerty (far right). Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6562-A
President John F. Kennedy signs HR 3935 Public Law 87-30 Minimum Wage Act. Standing, L-R: President of the International Ladies Garment Workers’ Union, David Dubinsky; two unidentified persons in back; Senator Winston L. Prouty (Vermont); Congressman John H. Dent (Pennsylvania); Senator Pat McNamara (Michigan); Congressman Adam C. Powell (New York); Congressman Alvin E. O’Konski (Wisconsin); Congressman John W. McCormack (Massachusetts), behind O’Konski; Congressman James Roosevelt (California); Secretary of Labor, Arthur Goldberg; President of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), George Meany; Congressman Carl Albert (Oklahoma), in front; Alex Rose, of the United Hatters, Cap and Millinery Workers International Union (behind Albert); two unidentified men; President of Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, Cornelius J. Haggerty (far right). Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-214-8-62
President John F. Kennedy delivers remarks at the dedication of the Penn Station South Cooperative Houses, a cooperative housing project of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union (ILGWU). Governor of New York, Nelson Rockefeller, sits at right. New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-214-6-62
Governor of New York, Nelson Rockefeller (at lectern), speaks at the dedication of the Penn Station South Cooperative Houses, a cooperative housing project of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union (ILGWU); President John F. Kennedy (seated in center) attends. Also pictured: former first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt; Mayor of New York City, Robert F. Wagner, Jr.; President of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), George Meany; President of United Hatters, Cap, and Millinery Workers International Union, Alex Rose. New York City, New York.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-214-3-62
Former first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt (center, back to camera) attends the dedication of the Penn Station South Cooperative Houses, a cooperative housing project of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union (ILGWU); President John F. Kennedy (not pictured) delivered remarks for the occasion. Also pictured: White House Secret Service agent, Gerald A. “Jerry” Behn. New York City, New York.