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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.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-04-04-F
KN14
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-063
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the stadium of East Los Angeles College in Los Angeles (now Monterey Park), California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the responsibilities of the president, the prestige of the United States abroad, and the need to build a strong and productive society.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-061
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the South Bay Shopping Center in Redondo Beach, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the philosophical differences between the political parties and the need to move the country forward.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-058
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a first time voters convocation at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator describes the differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige. There is also a transcript of the question and answer period that followed, where Kennedy discusses the practical differences between the Democratic and Republican parties as well as the three issues on which he and Nixon most differ.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Walter W. Heller
JFKWHSFWWH-MF42-007
This folder contains material pertaining to a request for comments from the Council of Economic Advisers on S.B. 370, which was enacted by the California Legislature and outlines a policy for full employment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0900-002
This file contains drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial dinner in Los Angeles, California. In his speech the Senator discusses the leadership qualities of President Franklin Roosevelt and a need for similar democratic leadership to rebuild the United States economy.
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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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-096-009
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's meetings with representatives from various organizations in California. Materials include a report on the state's economy and primary exports prepared by the Department of Commerce and a memorandum from Assistant Counsel to the President Lee C. White concerning unemployment, natural resources, and government contracts in California.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0996-008
This folder contains correspondence, memoranda, notes, and speech drafts concerning campaign suggestions, California, domestic concerns, the economy, and Russia from Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Also included is a commencement address given by Chester Bowles at Smith College on June 5, 1960.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Walter W. Heller
JFKWHSFWWH-MF76-004
This folder contains material pertaining to the Consumer Advisory Council (CAC), which was formally established by the Council of Economic Advisers in July 1962 in order to ensure that the government considered the needs of consumers. The file covers the origins and background of the CAC, including initial discussions of its scope, responsibilities, and staffing. Types of material include correspondence, memoranda, press releases, and news articles. Of note is a paper on the "Philosophy, Program, Priorities for the CAC" by member Mrs. John G. Lee (Percy Maxim Lee). There are also several documents concerning the work of the California Office of Consumer Counsel.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6618-D
President John F. Kennedy shakes hands with former President Harry S. Truman after signing Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Others, L-R: Congressman Otto Passman (Louisiana); Congressman Gerald R. Ford, Jr. (Michigan); unidentified; Senator George D. Aiken (Vermont); unidentified; Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California). Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6618-B
President John F. Kennedy signs Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Standing, L-R: Chairman of the Inter-American Economic and Social Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) and Ambassador of Uruguay, Carlos A. Clulow; Secretary General of the OAS, Dr. José Mora; Chairman of the Council of the OAS, Dr. Fernando Lobo; Congressman Joseph M. Montoya (New Mexico); Speaker of the House of Representatives, Sam Rayburn (Texas); Senator Hubert H. Humphrey (Minnesota); Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson; Congressman Otto Passman (Louisiana); Congressman Chester E. Merrow (New Hampshire); Congressman Clarence Cannon (Missouri); Senator Wayne Morse (Oregon); Congressman John J. Rooney (New York); Senator George D. Aiken (Vermont); unidentified; former President Harry S. Truman (facing away); Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California); Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Inter-American Affairs, Wymberley Coerr. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-010
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses disarmament, education, legislation, civil rights, the economy, labor, and international relations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-002
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy and transcripts of question and answer sessions in California, Oregon, and Washington. Topics include the economy, agricultural issues, international relations, national security and defense, natural resources, energy, education, and labor. Also included in this folder is Senator Kennedy’s schedule for September 6-7, 1960.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-001
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s schedule for September 2, 1960 and speeches given by the Senator in Alaska, California, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, and New Hampshire. In his speeches the Senator discusses the economy, labor, industry, legislation, and international affairs; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign. Of note is Senator Kennedy’s acceptance speech titled, “The New Frontier,” given at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) upon receiving the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 1960 presidential election. In his speech the Senator addresses religion, Communism, nuclear weapons, and civil rights. He also discusses a New Frontier in America, which calls for leadership, courage, change, and opportunity for all.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1037-011
This folder contains correspondence between members of Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from California, newspaper clippings, telegrams, and an issue of Falcon magazine. Topics include Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, the California delegation, foreign policy, education, economic growth, and support for Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1037-005
This folder contains correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from California, summary reports from the California Democratic Council (CDC), an issue of Democrats United newspaper, and background information about California delegates. Topics include civil rights, housing, agriculture, natural resources, the economy, election reform, and international relations.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-20846-A
Presentation of an oversized letter from Governor of California Edmund G."Pat" Brown to President John F. Kennedy regarding California farmers and the export of cotton. (L-R) Congressman D. S. Saund (California), unidentified, Senator Clair Engle (California), and Congressman B. F. Sisk (California). Fish Room, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-20846
Presentation of an oversized letter from Governor of California Edmund G."Pat" Brown to President John F. Kennedy regarding California farmers and the export of cotton. (L-R) Congressman D. S. Saund (California), unidentified, Senator Clair Engle (California), and Congressman B. F. Sisk (California). Fish Room, White House, Washington, D.C.
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Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17944
President John F. Kennedy hands pen to former President Harry S. Truman (hidden) after signing Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Others, L-R: Congressman Armistead I. Selden, Jr. (Alabama); Congressman Otto Passman (Louisiana); Congressman Gerald R. Ford, Jr., of Michigan (in back); Senator George D. Aiken of Vermont (between Kennedy and Truman); Senator Thomas H. Kuchel of California (second from right); Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Inter-American Affairs, Wymberley Coerr. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17943
President John F. Kennedy speaks with former President Harry S. Truman after signing Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Congressman Chester E. Merrow (New Hampshire) and Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California) look on. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
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