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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-116b-008
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning Germany, and pertains to a visit to the United States by Chancellor of Germany (Federal Republic) Konrad Adenauer. Also included in this folder is a report on Berlin by the Inquiry Commission of the WCOTB (World Confederation of Organizations of the Teaching Profession). This folder contains some foreign language material.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-110-022
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the White House Seminar Program for summer students and interns. Materials in this folder include itineraries for various events for the program.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-110-015
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning a White House tour for the 1963 graduating class of the Virginia Military Institute. Materials in this folder include memoranda regarding President Kennedy's meeting with the students, including handwritten notes by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-110-003
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning fundraising efforts by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), a philanthropic organization that acquires college tuition and scholarship funds for black students and historically black colleges and universities. Materials in this folder include a list of private foundations that have contributed substantial donations to the UNCF, a summary of the organization's development campaign, a proposed agenda for a UNCF meeting in Washington, a partial draft of President Kennedy's speech on private donations to the organization, and letters to the President regarding fundraising efforts and meetings with the organization's representatives.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-096-011
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the 1963 Capitol Page School, the compulsory educational institution for Congressional pages. Materials in this folder include a list of graduates, list of faculty, correspondence between Evelyn Lincoln, the school's president, and the 1963 senior class president regarding a meeting between graduates and President Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-095-020
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, concerning the American Veterans (AMVETS) annual scholarships and fellowships to sons and daughters of disabled or deceased veterans. Materials in this folder include press releases announcing the 1961 scholarship winners and a letter to Special Assistant to the President Kenneth O'Donnell concerning an event in honor of the winners.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-095-013
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the 1963 Girls' Nation program, a project sponsored by the American Legion designed to develop leadership in American citizens and educate participants about the country's system of government. Materials in this folder include a press release announcing the program, a schedule of events, and memoranda from Frances Scott Basch, Public Relations Counsel for the American Legion.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-095-010
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning a visit to the White House by American Field Service (AFS) students. Materials in this folder include a list of attendees, a memorandum from AFS Publicity Chairman Martha M. Regan regarding the visit, and a brochure describing the AFS philosophy with handwritten notations by the President.
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JFKPOF-021-013
This folder consists of correspondence between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and individuals and organizations both known and unknown to the President. Materials are mainly expressions of and responses to public opinion. Of note is correspondence with Harold S. Vanderbilt, including a letter about the integration of Vanderbilt University; a letter from former Governor of Georgia Ernest Vandiver on Georgia citizens' reaction to integration; and correspondence and a publication, "The Californian," from the writing club at the Los Angeles Veteran Administration Center's Domiciliary. This folder also includes a Spanish language collection of poetry, Atalaya: Canlos Rodados, inscribed to President Kennedy by the author, Agustin Urbina Viguri.
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JFKPOF-136-001
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, both during and prior to his Presidency, concerning Senator Kennedy's role as a member of the Harvard University Board of Overseers. Materials in this folder include correspondence, meeting minutes, and a copy of The Rules and By-Laws of the Board of Overseers of Harvard College.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-135-024
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, both during and prior to his Presidency, concerning Senator Kennedy's role as a member of the Harvard University Board of Overseers. Materials in this folder include correspondence, meeting minutes, Harvard University press releases, an invitation to the Board's annual meeting, and pamphlets regarding a new athletic campaign.
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JFKPOF-135-017
This folder contains a draft for the conclusion of a speech delivered by Senator John F. Kennedy at Harvard University.
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JFKPOF-135-016
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, both during and prior to his Presidency, concerning Senator Kennedy's commencement address at Harvard University. Materials in this folder include a transcript of the speech excerpted in the Congressional Record and correspondence between the Senator and Harvard Associate Dean Paul M. Herzog.
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JFKPOF-135-014
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, both during and prior to his Presidency, concerning Senator Kennedy's article for the Harvard Alumni Bulletin entitled "Why Harvard Men Go Into Politics." Materials in this folder include drafts with handwritten notations.
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JFKPOF-045-005
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's radio and television address on civil rights. In his speech the President responds to the threats of violence and obstruction on the University of Alabama campus following desegregation attempts, explaining that the United States was founded on the principle that all men are created equal and thus, all American students are entitled to attend public educational institutions, regardless of race. He also discusses how discrimination affects education, public safety, and international relations, noting that the country cannot preach freedom internationally while ignoring it domestically. The President asks Congress to enact legislation protecting all Americans' voting rights, legal standing, educational opportunities, and access to public facilities, but recognizes that legislation alone cannot solve the country's problems concerning race relations. Materials in this folder include a memorandum, drafts by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations by the President, in addition to copies of newspaper clippings concerning civil rights articles and notes of suggested remarks handwritten by Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy.
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JFKPOF-045-004
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks to the senior class of the Capitol Page School in the new flower garden of the White House. In his speech the President thanks the class for their service, and discusses how their experience provides an educational foundation for an understanding of the legislative process.
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JFKPOF-044-038
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the San Diego State College graduation ceremony held at the Aztec Bowl in San Diego, California. In his speech the President explains the importance of education as the basis for a free society, and discusses the necessity to improve state and federal policies in order to ensure equal educational opportunities for all citizens regardless of race or economic station. Materials in this folder include memoranda, press copies, and reading copies of the speech, in addition to programs for the commencement ceremony. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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JFKPOF-044-035
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the 1963 graduation ceremonies of the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In his speech the President thanks the Academy for the honorary degree bestowed upon him, discusses his plans for a new civilian aviation program, ensures the graduates of the continued importance of manned aircraft despite increases in automation, and explains that military policy cannot be separated from political or diplomatic decisions. Materials in this folder include a press copy and reading copies of the speech with handwritten notations by the President, in addition to a letter from one of the graduating cadets inviting the President to the ceremony.
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JFKPOF-044-020
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at a celebration held in Nashville, Tennessee commemorating the 90th anniversary of Vanderbilt University and the 30th anniversary of the Tennessee Valley Authority. In his speech the President discusses the educated citizen's obligations to serve the public, uphold the law, and defend the pursuit of learning. Materials in this folder include a press copy and reading copies of the speech (one with handwritten notations by the President), in addition to a program for the celebration and a copy of the President's remarks reprinted in the Vanderbilt Gazette.
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JFKPOF-044-009
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at a reception for foreign students held on the South Lawn of the White House.
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JFKPOF-044-004
This folder contains a copy of President John F. Kennedy's recorded message to alumni of the Choate School in Wallingford, Connecticut concerning the individual and national benefits of quality educational institutions.
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JFKPOF-043-038
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks of welcome to a group of visiting Fulbright-Hayes Scholars in the White House Rose Garden.
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JFKPOF-043-037
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks to Elmon Ousley, recipient of the 1964 National Teacher of the Year Award. Materials in this folder include a draft of the speech, in addition to memoranda and two copies of a press release from Look magazine.
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JFKPOF-043-034
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the Boston College Centennial Celebration held in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. In his speech the President congratulates the school on its anniversary, and discusses the increasing importance of universities in the national education system. Materials in this folder include a reading copy with handwritten notations by the President and a press copy of the speech, in addition to programs for the centennial week's activities.
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JFKPOF-052-008
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning legislative activities and efforts to enact the Kennedy Administration's legislative program. Items include press releases of President Kennedy's Special Message to Congress on education, during which he describes educational programs as an investment in the country's social and economic systems, and recommends legislation for expanded financial assistance, budget appropriations for increased research opportunities, and the development of programs for special education, continuing education, and vocational training.