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Tribute to West Virginia, 9 February 1963

Sound recording

9 February 1963

White House Audio Collection

JFKWHA-165-001

Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s tribute to West Virginia and his congratulations on its 100th anniversary recorded in the President’s Office in the White House.

Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner, Morgantown, West Virginia, 11 June 1958

Textual folder

11 June 1958

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0901-016

This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Morgantown, West Virginia discussing a need for effective leadership in the Democratic Party to resolve domestic and international issues. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.

Tobacco Association of the United States and Leaf Tobacco Export Association, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, 23 June 1958

Textual folder

24 June 1958

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0901-020

This file contains a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks before the joint convention of the Tobacco Association of the United States and the Leaf Tobacco Export Association held in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. In his speech he discusses the benefits of the Trade Agreements Act to the tobacco industry, particularly as a means to foster international relationships. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.

Fund raising dinner, Welch, West Virginia, 9 May 1959

Textual folder

9 May 1959, undated

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0903-005

This file contains drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a fund raising dinner in Welch, West Virginia discussing legislation to address economic and labor issues, and a need for research and development in the coal industry. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.

Conference on New Jobs and New Growth, Charleston, West Virginia, September 1960: 12-13

Textual folder

September 1960: 12-13

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0911-030

This file contains press releases announcing Senator John F. Kennedy’s Conference on New Jobs and New Growth to be held in Charleston, West Virginia, with the purpose of developing a program to end unemployment.

Civic Center, Charleston, West Virginia, 19 September 1960

Textual folder

19 September 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0911-058

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Civic Center in Charleston, West Virginia during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address unemployment concerns and outlines a program to stimulate economic growth. Also included is a transcript of the question and answer period following his speech.

Daniel Boone Hotel, Charleston, West Virginia, 19 September 1960

Textual folder

19 September 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0911-059

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Daniel Boone Hotel in Charleston, West Virginia discussing his 1960 presidential campaign and the contributions of West Virginians to its success.

Excerpts, Beckley, West Virginia, 11 April 1960

Textual folder

11 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-013

This file contains copies of excerpts from a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a reception in Beckley, West Virginia discussing poverty in West Virginia and a need for an economic program to revitalize the state economy.

"Coal by Wire: The Key to Coal’s Future," Morgantown, West Virginia, 18 April 1960

Textual folder

18 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-014

This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Morgantown, West Virginia titled, “Coal by Wire: The Key to Coal’s Future.” In his speech he discusses a need to revitalize the coal industry, including the development of coal-fired power plants.

"Aid to the Unemployed and Retired," Clarksburg, West Virginia, 18 April 1960

Textual folder

18 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-015

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Aid to the Unemployed and Retired,” given in Clarksburg, West Virginia discussing a need for increased unemployment compensation benefits and social services for the elderly.

"A New Program for Coal," Fairmont, West Virginia, 18 April 1960

Textual folder

18 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-016

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “A New Program for Coal,” given in Fairmont, West Virginia discussing a need for an energy program to revitalize the coal industry through economic regulation, research, and development of coal-fired power plants.

West Virginia primary announcement, 4 February 1960

Textual folder

Undated, [4 February 1960]

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0906-003

This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech announcing his entrance into the Democratic presidential primary in West Virginia. In his speech he discusses the history of presidential primaries in the state, their importance in selecting a presidential candidate, and challenges facing West Virginia and the United States.

Logan, West Virginia, 25 April 1960

Textual folder

25 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-027

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Logan, West Virginia discussing a need for an energy program to revitalize the coal industry through economic regulation, research, and development of coal-fired power plants.

Williamson, West Virginia, 25 April 1960

Textual folder

25 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-028

This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Williamston, West Virginia discussing a need to revise Social Security legislation to protect the elderly against rising hospital and nursing costs.

Glenwood Park, West Virginia, 26 April 1960

Textual folder

26 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-029

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Glenwood Park, West Virginia discussing poverty in West Virginia and the failure of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Administration to provide an adequate food surplus program to those in need.

Mullens, West Virginia, 26 April 1960

Textual folder

26 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-030

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Mullens, West Virginia discussing the economic and health effects of pollution in the Guyandotte River, and proposes a program to restore and develop natural resources in the area.

"A National Fuels Policy," Amherstdale, West Virginia, 26 April 1960

Textual folder

26 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-031

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “A National Fuels Policy,” given in Amherstdale, West Virginia discussing a need for an energy program to standardize regulations, policy, and prices as a means to revitalize the coal industry.

Hinton, West Virginia, 27 April 1960

Textual folder

27 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-032

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Hinton, West Virginia discussing a need for Federal assistance to aid in the development, research, and conservation of natural resources in West Virginia as a means to attract tourism and repair the state’s economy.

"The Task of Our Teacher College Graduates," Athens, West Virginia, 27 April 1960

Textual folder

Undated, [27 April 1960]

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-033

This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Task of Our Teacher College Graduates,” given in Athens, West Virginia. In his speech he discusses the role of teachers in shaping the minds of future leaders, a need to increase Federal and state funding to schools, and the disparity in educational systems between the United States and Soviet Union.

Bluefield State College, Bluefield, West Virginia, 27 April 1960

Textual folder

27 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-034

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Disarmament,” given at Bluefield State College in Bluefield, West Virginia. In his speech he discusses the difficulty of arms control, the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union, and the introduction of a bill to establish the Arms Control Research Institute.

Democratic rally, Charles Town, West Virginia, 27 April 1960

Textual folder

27 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-035

This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Spirit of the ‘60s,” given at a Democratic rally in Charles Town, West Virginia discussing the 1960 presidential campaign.

Democratic rally, Saint Albans, West Virginia, 30 April 1960

Textual folder

30 April 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0908-040

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Saint Albans, West Virginia titled, “Help for Our Older Citizens,” discussing challenges facing the elderly, including unemployment and rising medical costs.

Lewisburg, West Virginia, 4 May 1960

Textual folder

4 May 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0909-010

This file contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Lewisburg, West Virginia. In his speech he proposes a bill to create the Youth Conservation Corps to preserve and develop natural resources, including those in West Virginia.

"Eight Years of Retreat," Charleston, West Virginia, 4 May 1960

Textual folder

4 May 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0909-012

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Eight Years of Retreat,” given in Charleston, West Virginia discussing economic issues under President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration including those related to labor, education, and social services.

Huntington, West Virginia, 6 May 1960

Textual folder

6 May 1960

Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files

JFKSEN-0909-013

This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Huntington, West Virginia discussing proposed legislation for Federal aid to West Virginia to promote economic growth.