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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JTC-01
Corcoran discusses advance work on John F. Kennedy's (JFK) November 1963 trip to Texas, conflict within the Texas Democratic Party prior to JFK’s assassination, and JFK’s role as a campaigner for the Democratic Party, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TGW-02
In this interview Wicker discusses John F. Kennedy's [JFK] unique way of giving speeches; Lyndon B. Johnson’s unhappiness with his position as Vice President; Anthony J. Celebrezze’s appointment to the Cabinet, 1962; Wicker’s sources for Kennedy Without Tears; traveling with JFK to Texas in November, 1963; the motorcade through Dallas on November 22, 1963; the confusion after the shooting and learning what happened; gathering information from witnesses and hospital staff at Parkland Hospital; the announcement of JFK’s death and the general atmosphere after; Johnson’s swearing in as President; reporting on the day’s events from the airport; and the rapid transition to the Johnson White House, among other issues.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-074
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Wichita Falls, Texas, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech Senator Kennedy describes why the Democratic Party will best represent the people of Texas.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0965-012
This folder contains newspaper clippings concerning Texas Senator Lyndon B. Johnson as a potential Democratic nominee for the 1960 presidential election.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0990-006
This folder contains correspondence regarding President John F. Kennedy’s trip to Texas. Topics including numerous requests from individuals and organizations to meet the President, the Democratic Party in the state, and the exclusion of Texas Senator Ralph Yarborough from various events.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0690-017
This folder contains correspondence regarding political affairs in Texas including the political climate, the Democratic Party, local elections, and President John F. Kennedy’s 1963 trip to the state.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-024
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at an airport in Lubbock, Texas during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his remarks he appeals for change, and discusses Democratic leadership in the state and a need to re-establish the United States as a world leader.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-011
This folder contains a press release and a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma discussing a need for strong Democratic leadership to achieve progress, and comments on Vice President Richard M. Nixon’s experience in foreign affairs. Also included in this folder is Senator Kennedy’s travel itinerary for campaign stops in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-003
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California, New York City, and Texas. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, agricultural issues, international relations, civil rights, and national security and defense; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign.