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JFKWHA-195-008
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon signing the Golden Book at the Rathaus in Cologne, Germany. In his speech the President discusses the life of Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, and characterizes Cologne as an ancient European city that acts as a gateway to the larger world.
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JFKWHA-195-007
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon his arrival in Bonn, Germany. In his speech the President commends Chancellor Konrad Adenauer of the Federal Republic of Germany on West Germany's economic recovery, announces the end of the United States's tradition of isolationism, and discusses the importance of strengthening the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in order to achieve unity amongst European nations.
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JFKWHA-195-006
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks in support of Senator Vance Hartke of Indiana.
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JFKWHA-195-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks for replay to contestants in the Soap Box Derby. In his speech the President welcomes the contestants and commends them for their craftsmanship and sportsmanship.
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JFKWHA-195-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed remarks for the American Alumni Association. In his address the President discusses the importance of education and challenges in educating America’s youth.
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JFKWHA-195-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed remarks for the CBS network in response to questions concerning the tax cut bill, tax policy, Government spending, and the Federal debt.
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JFKWHA-195-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the West Virginia Centennial celebration held at the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia.
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JFKWHA-195-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s welcoming remarks to the 2nd International Congress on Medical Librarianship on the South Lawn of the White House. In his speech the President discusses how advancements in science and medicine create a greater need for the distribution of knowledge within the medical profession, and how medical librarians are instrumental in that distribution.
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JFKWHA-194-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at a luncheon for sponsors and editors of historical publications and toast to President Herbert Hoover in the State Dining Room of the White House. In his speech the President emphasizes the importance of understanding our history so we may have a prosperous future. He also discusses three proposals made by the National Historic Publications Commission: the top five privately financed projects currently underway be endowed by private philanthropic sources with sufficient funds to assure completion; a minimum of one million dollars in matching funds (half appropriated by Congress, half by private sources) be made available each year to the Commission over a ten year period for a grant-in-aid program to stimulate the collection, editing, and publication of materials; and legislation to authorize the grant-in-aid program and to permit payment of expenses for necessary advisory committees.
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JFKWHA-194-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s taped remarks to Danish-Americans to be played at their 4th of July celebration in Rebild, Jutland, Denmark. In his address the President expresses his gratitude for the friendship between the United States and Denmark.
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JFKWHA-194-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s filmed statement by President John F. Kennedy for the annual conference of the Retail Clerks International Association (RCIA) in Chicago, Illinois.
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JFKWHA-194-001
Sound recording of President John F. 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 should be allowed to attend public educational institutions without the presence of military force, 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.
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JFKWHA-193-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the second annual convention of the National Council of Senior Citizens, Inc. held at the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President discusses pending legislation concerning senior citizens.
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JFKWHA-193-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks concerning the Tools for Freedom program in the new flower garden of the White House. In his speech the President commends the representatives of the Boston Chamber of Commerce for their donations as part of the Tools for Freedom program in an attempt to stimulate economic development, economic education, and technical training in the Philippines.
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JFKWHA-193-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon the presentation of The President's Award for Distinguished Federal Civilian Service in the new flower garden of the White House to Dr. Fred L. Whipple, astronomer and director of the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory; David D. Thomas, Director of Air Traffic Service for the Federal Aviation Agency; Dr. Sherman E. Johnson, Associate Administrator of the Economic Research Service of the Department of Agriculture; Dr. Alain C. Enthoven, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Systems Analysis; and Ambassador Winthrop G. Brown, Deputy Commandant for Foreign Affairs of the National War College.
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JFKWHA-193-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a breakfast held at the Hollywood Palladium for the Women's Division of the Democratic State Central Committee of California. In his speech the President identifies four major issues facing the country: civil rights, education, unemployment, and economic lethargy.
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JFKWHA-192-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to delegates of the American Committee on Italian Migration at the East Colonnade of the White House. In his speech the President congratulates the delegates on their recent efforts and discusses pending legislation governing the admission of immigrants into the United States.
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JFKWHA-192-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at the United States Conference of Mayors held at the Hawaiian Village Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii. In his speech the President states that although federal and state legislation may improve civil rights, community leadership is crucial because of the comprehensive nature of race relations, which effects housing, employment, education, and local economies. He proposes five courses of action for mayors to improve race relations in their cities: establish a biracial Human Relations Committee, ensure the constitutionality of local practices, follow non-discriminatory employment practices for municipal workers, create a special campaign to lessen unemployment by reducing school drop-outs among both races, and enact equal opportunity ordinances concerning housing, employment, and access to public facilities.
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JFKWHA-191-005
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks to members of the senior class of Capital Page School in the new flower garden of the White House. In his speech the President discusses how their experience provides an educational foundation for an understanding of the legislative process.
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JFKWHA-191-004
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon arrival at the Honolulu International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii. In his speech the President discusses the United States Conference of Mayors, and characterizes Hawaii as a symbol of the country's hopes.
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JFKWHA-191-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at the senior prom of the John Burroughs High School of Burbank, California held at the Grand Ballroom of the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
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JFKWHA-191-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon leaving the United States Naval Ordnance Test Station in China Lake, California.
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JFKWHA-191-001
Sound recording of President John F. 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.
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JFKWHA-190-002
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at the 1963 commencement ceremony for The American University held at the John M. Reeves Athletic Center in Washington, D.C. In his speech the President asks the graduates to re-examine their attitudes towards peace, the Soviet Union, and the Cold War, famously remarking, "If we cannot end now our differences, at least we can make the world safe for diversity." The President also announces that he, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, and British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan have agreed to hold discussions concerning a comprehensive nuclear test ban treaty. Finally, he explains that the United States will not conduct atmospheric nuclear tests on the condition that other countries uphold this same promise.
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JFKWHA-190-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon departing the Naval Air Station and Pacific Missile Range Headquarters in Point Mugu, California. In his speech the President says how the United States derives influence and strength from its citizens and military force.