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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-10-19-C
ST15
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0912-045
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at an armory in Springfield, Illinois during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses differences between the political parties, the leadership qualities and legacy of President Abraham Lincoln, and makes an appeal for Democratic leadership. Also included is a transcript from the question and answer session following the Senator’s speech.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0905-005
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at a Midwest Farm Conference in Springfield, Illinois discussing Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson’s farm program, and a need for new leadership to address issues in the agricultural industry.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C59-1-62
President John F. Kennedy lays a wreath at the tomb of President Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois. Standing at right are Governor of Illinois, Otto Kerner, and Senator Paul H. Douglas (Illinois).
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-B464-4-62
President John F. Kennedy (on platform at right) delivers remarks to a congressional campaign rally inside the Coliseum at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-B464-3-62
President John F. Kennedy (center, at lectern) delivers remarks to a congressional campaign rally inside the Coliseum at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-B464-2-62
President John F. Kennedy lays a wreath at the tomb of President Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois. Standing at right are Governor of Illinois, Otto Kerner, and Senator Paul H. Douglas (Illinois).
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-B464-1-62
President John F. Kennedy departs the tomb of President Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, after laying a wreath. Walking behind President Kennedy are Representative Sidney R. Yates (Illinois) and Governor of Illinois, Otto Kerner.