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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-DH-01
In this interview Henderson discusses working at the United States Embassy in Peru under President Dwight D. Eisenhower; his daily routine and responsibilities as economic counselor; the Point Four Program and Peru; Peruvian elections; James I. Loeb as the U.S. Ambassador to Peru and changes and tensions within the Embassy; the military coup in Peru and the events leading up to it; Haya de la Torre’s self-destructive behavior in the Peruvian presidential election; working at the Embassy in Peru after the coup and after Loeb leaves his position; pressure on the United States from Peruvian authorities; the issue of U.S. non recognition of the military leaders; Canadian and British interests in Peru; John Wesley Jones as the U.S. Ambassador to Peru; problems with military governments and transitions; Henderson’s daily routine and responsibilities as the U.S. Ambassador to Bolivia; his first few weeks in Bolivia; John F. Kennedy [JFK] and Bolivian President Victor Paz Estenssoro; Henderson’s impressions of JFK; American hostages in Bolivia in late 1963; the military coup in Bolivia and the events leading up to it; the political breakdown of Bolivia; and political and military maneuvering in other Latin American countries, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JDJ-01
In this interview Jernegan discusses John F. Kennedy’s 1957 speech on Algeria; working as the U.S. Ambassador to Iraq; the transition between Administrations in the State Department, 1960; Abd al-Karim Qasim and Iraqi politics; Soviet involvement and influence in Iraq; the Kuwait problem; the Iraqi government and Israel; U.S. policy in regard to oil-bearing countries; oil company negotiations with foreign countries; U.S. foreign aid programs in Iraq; Yemen affairs in the State Department, 1963; Middle East affairs in the Kennedy Administration; changes in Jernegan’s long-range views for Near East problems, 1941–1969; and the influence of pro-Israel and pro-Arab groups on U.S. policy, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-TGW-01
In this interview Wicker discusses early impressions of John F. Kennedy [JFK], 1952–1961; Lyndon B. Johnson campaigning for JFK in the South, 1960; Richard M. Nixon and Henry Cabot Lodge’s 1960 presidential campaign; JFK and Johnson in the August 1960 special session of Congress; Wicker’s first interview with President JFK for the New York Times, 1961; building a rapport with JFK’s staff; various Times articles, by Wicker and others, about the Kennedy Administration and White House reactions to them; Wicker’s arguments with Pierre E.G. Salinger over certain articles; year-end briefings in Palm Beach; and President JFK’s press conferences, among other issues.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914a-012
This file contains a photocopy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the railroad station plaza in Bridgeport, Connecticut, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator stresses the importance of the presidency and discusses the failures of Vice President Nixon and the Eisenhower administration.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-078
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Toledo, Ohio, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the need for improvements in the economy, employment, and industry. The press release details his plans to undo the failed economic policies of the Eisenhower administration.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-077
This file contains copies and a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at an airport rally in Roanoke, Virginia, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the failures of the Eisenhower administration on the economy and the federal budget. He also lists four fiscal policy commitments that he would pursue if elected.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator questions Vice President Nixon's campaign claims concerning national prosperity and international prestige. He also invites both Nixon and President Eisenhower to a final debate.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the failures of the Eisenhower administration in such areas as wages and health care.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-038
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties, the economy, social services, and the role of the United States as the leader of the free world.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-036
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given in Johnston Hall at Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses areas in which he disagrees with the Eisenhower administration, the economy, and the need to compete with the Soviet Union. The press release also discusses education, medical care, and housing.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-028
This folder contains copies of press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy’s address at a Democratic rally in Owensboro, Kentucky. In his speech the Senator discusses President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration including economic issues, foreign policy, the need for greater Democratic leadership, and the 1956 presidential campaign. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-026
This folder contains a press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech in San Francisco, California, at the Fairmont Hotel in support of the Adlai Stevenson and Estes Kefauver 1956 presidential campaign ticket, and a draft of his speech to California Democrats. In the speeches Senator Kennedy discusses President Dwight D. Eisenhower's administration and its handling of economic and labor issues.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1061-033
This folder contains statements made by Senator John F. Kennedy concerning his 1960 presidential campaign, labor, economically distressed areas, the economy, foreign policy, civil rights, the aged, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s South American tour.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1032-023
This folder contains a speech titled, “Hard Facts and the President’s Complacent Words,” given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Democratic luncheon in East Chicago, Indiana. In his speech Senator Kennedy critiques President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s policies and their effect on poverty, schools, and the economy.
Collection
JPWPP
Papers 1912-1969 (fragments 1912-1918). Author, banker, financial adviser to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Papers, writings, general files relating to his banking career, the New Deal, World War II, and foreign policy topics.