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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-017
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “West Virginia: The State which the Pentagon Forgot,” given in Wheeling, West Virginia. In his speech he discusses the importance of Federal defense contracts to West Virginia’s economy and acknowledges the state’s history of military participation.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-010
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a Democratic luncheon in Tucson, Arizona discussing a need for greater natural resource development and conservation to meet growing population demands.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-009
This file contains copies of excerpts from a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Yuma, Arizona discussing economic concerns arising from high interest rates.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-008
This file contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Phoenix, Arizona discussing a need for strong presidential leadership to address domestic issues arising from population growth including economic, labor, social services, and natural resource development.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-007
This file contains copies of excerpts from a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at St. Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana titled, “The President’s South American Tour.” Topics include President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s trip to South America and the growing communist influence in the region.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-006
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the convocation of Marshall County Junior and Senior High School students in Plymouth, Indiana. In his speech he discusses the importance of education and encourages students to consider a career in politics.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0498-001
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda regarding William Burke in regard to the appointment of the Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0500-009
This folder contains a publication titled "Temporary Roll of Delegates and Alternates to the Democratic National Convention," compiled by Dorothy Vredenburgh.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0500-010
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda related to the 1956 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0500-011
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda related to the Democratic National Committee and the 1956 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. The folder also contains materials related to voter registration initiatives.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0500-012
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda related to the Democratic National Committee. Topics include voter outreach and fundraising.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0500-013
This folder contains correspondence and memoranda related to the Democratic National Committee. Topics include voter registration and fundraising.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1098-027
This folder contains a draft of a statement regarding the potential censure of Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin, hand-edited by Senator John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-1098-028
This folder contains a letter regarding Representative John McCormack of Massachusetts, sent to Evelyn Lincoln, Personal Secretary to Senator John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0566-002-p0043
Photograph of Robert A:Son Byttner. The photograph accompanies a letter sent to Senator John F. Kennedy from Mr. Byttner, dated 11 November 1960.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0481-014-p0018
Photograph of Kohei Hanami, commander of the Amagiri, the Japanese destroyer that collided with Representative John F. Kennedy’s PT-109 boat during World War II. The photograph accompanied a newspaper article about a letter Commander Hanami sent Congressman Kennedy. The caption below reads: "From Kennedy Headquarters, 44 Kilby Street, Boston; For Release Sunday with story; Ed Wagner, Publicity Director, Phone: LAfayette 3-7600; Commander Kohei Hanami, Commander of the Jap Destroyer Amagiri, which rammed Congressman John F. Kennedy's PT boat during an engagement in the Solomons during World War II. Hanami recently wrote Kennedy wishing him luck in his campaign for the United States Senate."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
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Photograph of the Amagiri, the Japanese destroyer that collided with John F. Kennedy's PT-109 boat during World War II. The photograph accompanied a newspaper article about a letter Kohei Hanami, Commander of the Amagiri, sent Congressman John F. Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0481-014-p0019
Photograph of the Amagiri, the Japanese destroyer that collided with John F. Kennedy's PT-109 boat during World War II. The photograph accompanied a newspaper article about a letter Kohei Hanami, Commander of the Amagiri, sent Congressman John F. Kennedy.