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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CHAH-02
In this interview Horsky discusses John F. Kennedy [JFK] and the aesthetic development of the National Capital Area; JFK’s reaction to the January 1963 issue of the Architectural Forum magazine; new appointments to the Commission on Fine Arts; the development along the shores of the Potomac River; the problem of mass transportation within the District of Columbia; the National Capital Transportation Agency; the development of highways within the District; civil rights marches in Washington, D.C. during the summer of 1963; the attempt to better public higher education in the District; and D.C.’s high crime rates, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-LHH-03
This interview focuses on discussions with business leaders about civil rights, transportation issues such as the deterioration of railroads the highway program, and the Department of Commerce’s budget, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WJH-01
In this interview Hartigan discusses meeting John F. Kennedy [JFK] for the first time; working with Kenneth P. O’Donnell on JFK’s 1952 Senate campaign; the Democratic Party in Massachusetts; JFK as a Senator; JFK’s try for the vice presidential nomination in 1956; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; the 1960 West Virginia and Wisconsin presidential primaries; traveling with JFK during his 1960 campaign; working in the White House and traveling with President JFK; moving over to the Post Office Department; and JFK’s assassination, among other issues.
Textual folder
United States General Services Administration Records
USGSA-MF18-005
This folder contains material pertaining to a news story about confidential license plate numbers for government vehicles, including copies of relevant General Services Administration regulations (1958-1962).
Textual folder
United States General Services Administration Records
USGSA-MF17-005
This folder contains material pertaining to national transportation policy, likely from the files of Robert B. Conrad, Commissioner of the Transportation and Communications Service. Topics include President Kennedy's message on the nation's transportation system; analysis by the General Services Administration of national transportation policy recommendations made by the Department of Commerce; and H.R. 4701, a bill to strengthen and improve the national transportation system.
Textual folder
United States General Services Administration Records
USGSA-MF17-004
This folder contains material pertaining to the Cargo Preference Act and the Inter-Agency Committee on Cargo Preference, likely from the files of Robert B. Conrad and Malcolm D. Miller of the Transportation and Communications Service. Items include a report titled "Free-World Shipping in the Cuban Trade" by the U.S. Maritime Administration; a booklet titled "The Carrier's Role in Export Control" by the U.S. Department of Commerce (March 1957); a presentation by the American Maritime Association regarding emergency planning and the oil import program; and a list of "Tankers and Owners in Communist Oil Export Trade as of March 29, 1962."
Textual folder
United States General Services Administration Records
USGSA-MF17-003
This folder contains material pertaining to the Cargo Preference Act and the Inter-Agency Committee on Cargo Preference, likely from the files of Robert B. Conrad and Malcolm D. Miller of the Transportation and Communications Service. Items include a report by the U.S. Maritime Administration titled "An Analysis of the Ships Under Effective U.S. Control and Their Employment in U.S. Foreign Trade During 1960," and copies of statements by Earl J. Smith, Marvin J. Coles, J. Max Harrison, J. M. Calhoon, and Paul Hall before the Maritime Evaluation Committee. Note that the file also contains some reference material and data dating back to 1955.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-09-20-B
AR11
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-06-15-D
ST03
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-06-15-C
ST03, KN04
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-04-19-F
ST02
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-ABJC-03
Chayes discusses maritime labor laws and flags of convenience, the Satellite Communications Act of 1962, and other domestic and international issues surrounding U.S. satellites, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JAC-03
In this interview Carver discusses federal regulation of the Alaska Railroad, including rates and personnel; the debate over congressional oversight versus executive prerogatives in acquiring areas for the National Park Service; the interaction between the Department of the Interior and then First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis to preserve the White House as a monument; and the management style of Interior Secretary Stewart L. Udall, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-JOAB-01
Blatnik discusses John F. Kennedy’s time in the House of Representatives, Hubert H. Humphrey’s 1960 presidential bid, and changes to the House Rules Committee under the leadership of Samuel Taliaferro Rayburn, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-NEH-02
In this interview Halaby discusses different civil rights issues throughout John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] Administration, including the process of and problems with desegregating airport terminals in accordance with Boynton v. Virginia (1960); the 1961 hijacking of a plane, referred to as the El Paso incident; constructing and dedicating the new John Foster Dulles Airport; federal transportation policy; different White House staff members and procedures; and running the Federal Aviation Administration, including problems with certain political figures, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-NEH-01
In this interview Halaby discusses how he got his position as the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration; John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] interest in aviation; competition and cooperation among various U.S. agencies in regards to aviation, including the debate over who should be in charge of international aviation affairs; meeting with JFK prior to his inauguration; the proposed air agreement with the Soviet Union; and the study and development of supersonic transport in the United States, among other issues.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0008-008-012
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate legislation to ban smoking on all U.S. airlines due to health concerns. The episode aired on Thursday, October 5, 1989, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Sound recording
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-AU0008-007-010
Sound recording of the radio program "Face Off." Senator Edward M. "Ted" Kennedy of Massachusetts and Senator Alan K. "Al" Simpson of Wyoming debate whether the airline industry should be re-regulated after the deregulation in the 1970s that led to increased airline competition and lower fares. The episode aired on Monday, September 11, 1989, on the Mutual Broadcasting System.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-03
In this interview Conway discusses getting Martin Luther King out of jail in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963; Robert F. Kennedy’s [RFK] view of King and his actions; the March on Washington; working with RFK and the Justice Department on civil rights legislation; Walter Reuther; Conway’s decision to leave John F. Kennedy’s Administration and working on legislation from the outside; the Community Action Program; working with Senator RFK during the Johnson Administration; Senator RFK’s involvement in the labor movement; Jesse M. Unruh, RFK, and the 1968 California presidential primary; Department of Urban Affairs legislation; getting accelerated public works legislation through Congress; Housing and Home Finance Agency staff members; and the attempt to pick up congressional seats in 1962 and 1964, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JTC-01
In this interview Conway discusses the 1956 Democratic National Convention; early interactions with John F. Kennedy [JFK] and Robert F. Kennedy [RFK]; the McClellan Committee and various hearings; Walter Reuther; RFK’s relationship with Senator John L. McClellan; major events for the United Automobile Workers [UAW] and political factors and decisions; the 1960 Democratic National Convention; the issue of UAW endorsement of a single Democratic presidential candidate in 1960; Lyndon B. Johnson and the UAW; the 1960 presidential primaries and general election; and the attempt to influence JFK’s choice for a running mate in 1960, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RBW-02
Weaver discusses housing and transportation legislation, Congress and their opposition to the bills discussed, as well as grant and loan money negotiations, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-CLP-01
This interview focuses on Pell’s friendship with John F. Kennedy and legislation proposed during the Kennedy administration on transportation, trade, and international affairs, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-GTM-02
McHugh discusses the presidential use, planning and protocol of Air Force One, advanced planning for presidential travel, the transport of foreign dignitaries, and the aftermath of President Kennedy's assassination, his role in transporting the President's body.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RPM-02
This interview focuses on the Kennedy administration’s presidential appointments and John F. Kennedy’s continued support for West Virginia after the campaign, among other topics.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-APR-01
This interview focuses on the James M. Landis Report, Commission appointments and the Kennedy Administration, and relationships between agencies, among other topics.