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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-055
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's greetings to visiting students from the Experiment in International Living program in the new flower garden of the White House.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-054
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's congratulatory remarks to the members of the Schola Cantorum of the University of Arkansas in the new flower garden of the White House. The press copy also includes remarks from Senator J. William Fulbright.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-053
This folder contains press copies of President John F. Kennedy's statement to the youth of the nation on Labor Day of 1962. In his speech the President encourages his audience to complete their education and discusses the underpinning value of education for future employment.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-046
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's farewell remarks to participants in the White House Seminar Summer Intern Program on the South Lawn of the White House. In his speech the President encourages the students to consider careers in the government, and discusses how the American Constitution requires the agency of its citizens to implement its greatness.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-043
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks to a group of visiting Fulbright Exchange teachers in the White House Rose Garden.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-019
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the 50th anniversary luncheon of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority held at the International Inn in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President congratulates the sorority on their anniversary and explains the necessity for all Americans to have equal opportunities for education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-005
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the swearing-in ceremony of Francis Keppel, Commissioner of Education. In his speech the President discusses the historical precedent of an educated citizenry. The press copy includes Keppel's response.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-041-021
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks at the graduation exercises of the seventh session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy held at the Departmental Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President explains that while the general public may not fully understand the breadth of the FBI's contributions to American society, their efforts are crucial to the nation's strength and security.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-037-016
This folder contains a press copy of President John F. Kennedy's remarks to a group of foreign educators visiting the United States under the State Department's Educational Exchange Program in the White House Rose Garden.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-064-002
This folder contains memoranda between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and Charles A. Horsky, Advisor to the President for National Capital Affairs. Topics include legislation to increase revenue in Washington, D.C. and The European School.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-060-006
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, for the President's News Conference of August 1, 1963 (News Conference 59). The President began the press conference with a statement on the importance of education and urged parents and members of the community to help children stay in school. Following this announcement the President answered questions on a variety of topics including the nuclear test ban treaty, underground testing for nuclear weapons, miscegenation laws, civil rights demonstrations, and the second anniversary of the Alliance for Progress. Background materials in this folder include briefing papers for the President on domestic and foreign affairs and national security. Also included are newspaper clippings. Of note is a listing of countries and their reaction to the Partial Test Ban Treaty. Also included in this folder is a document detailing procedures for ratification and accessions to the Test Ban Treaty. The official White House transcript of the press conference and the stenotype transcript of the press conference are also included.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-065-008
This folder contains memoranda between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and Arthur M. Schlesinger, Special Assistant to the President. Topics include a conversation between Fidel Castro and New York Times journalist Tad Szulc, academic exchange programs and resources, and possible changes in the office of Under Secretary of State. Of note is a USIA (United States Information Agency) paper titled "Justice and the Mistreatment of Political Prisoners in Castro's Cuba."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-091-001
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the U.S. Information Agency (USIA). Materials include a study on, "The Image of American Youth and American Women in Western Europe;" a report on, "Reactions to President Kennedy's Address on Latin America," by the USIA Office of Research and Analysis; a memorandum to President-elect Kennedy from Senator George A. Smathers titled, "Need for New Type of Leadership and Renovation for the U.S. Information Agency;" and copies of speeches by USIA Director Edward R. Murrow. Of note is a letter from Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson to Acting Director of USIA Abbott Washburn concerning an education program proposal by Washburn.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-101-021
This folder contains a copy of President John F. Kennedy's message honoring Joe A. Garza, State Director of the League of United Latin American Councils (LULAC) of Texas, for his support of LULAC's academic scholarship program for American students of Mexican descent.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-101-017
This folder contains a brochure for Youth to Washington, a program sponsored by the Greater Worcester chapter of the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees), which sends ten high school students from Worcester, Massachusetts to Washington, D.C. to meet President John F. Kennedy and observe the intricacies of the nation's economy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-074-003
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA). Topics include the Federal Reserve, economic growth, and James Tobin's resignation from the CEA. Of note is a letter from Emile Despres to CEA member Kermit Gordon concerning Despres as a candidate for Tobin's replacement. Also included in this folder are materials regarding a college credit television course titled, "The American Economy," presented by the Learning Resources Institute and College of the Air.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-050-008
This folder contains a press release with President John F. Kennedy's message on education. In his message, the president recommends Congress enact a program designed to help improve the excellence of American education and outlines five steps for achieving this goal.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-086a-009
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the President's Science Advisory Committee (PSAC). Materials consist of the final report by the PSAC titled, "Meeting Manpower Needs in Science and Technology- Number One: Graduate Training in Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-086a-008
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the President's Science Advisory Committee (PSAC). Materials consist of a draft of supplementary information to the report by the PSAC titled, "Meeting Manpower Needs in Science and Technology- Number One: Graduate Training in Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-086a-007
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the President's Science Advisory Committee (PSAC). Materials consist of a report by the PSAC titled, "Meeting Manpower Needs in Science and Technology- Number One: Graduate Training in Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-079a-003
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW). Topics include the resignation of Abraham A. Ribicoff as Secretary of HEW and Anthony J. Celebrezze to replace him, the Kerr-Mills welfare bill, vocational rehabilitation for disabled persons, and Francis Keppel as a candidate for Commissioner of Education. Of note is a summary report titled, "Education for a Changing World of Work," by the Panel of Consultants on Vocational Education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-079a-001
This folder contains material collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Department of Health, Education and Welfare (HEW). Topics include a ceremony at the White House for the 15 millionth beneficiary of the Social Security Program; a proposal for the Youth Fitness Program; a visit by foreign Fulbright teachers to Washington, D.C.; and reforming the welfare program and legislation. Of note is a letter extending birthday greetings to the President from Secretary of HEW Abraham A. Ribicoff.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-108-010-p0105
Aerial view of Vanderbilt University's football stadium at Dudley Field. The photograph has markings on it outlining a potential course for President John F. Kennedy to take during his remarks at the 90th Convocation of Vanderbilt University on May 18, 1963. A stamp on the verso of the photograph reads: "Staff Photo Bill Goodman, Nashville Banner."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-010-003-p0064
Phillip A. Horrigan, Chairman of the Science Department at New Haven College in West Haven, Connecticut. Horrigan sent the photograph with a letter dated April 10, 1962, to President John F. Kennedy asking for assistance with a school fund drive.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-079a-010-p0087
President John F. Kennedy greeting ten Alaskan Eskimo and Indian electronic trainees in the Rose Garden of the White House. Standing on President Kennedy's left is Secretary of the Interior Stuart Udall. This photograph is also in the Abbie Rowe (National Park Service) series, White House Photographs collection (see JFKWHP-AR7391-E).