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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-102-019
This folder contains a memorandum listing the recipients of the 1963 Career Service Awards granted by the National Civil Service League, a non-partisan citizen's organization that advocated merit-based hiring and promotion of government employees at the municipal, state, and federal level.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-102-016
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the presentation of the Robert J. Collier Trophy for 1961 by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) to Major Robert M. White, Joseph A. Walker, A. Scott Crossfield, and Commander Forrest Petersen for their skill and courage as test pilots of the X-15 aircraft. Materials in this folder include a press release announcing the 1961 trophy recipients and memoranda from NAA President Martin M. Decker and Special Assistant to the President Kenneth O' Donnell.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-102-006
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the Medal of Honor and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Materials in this folder include ceremony programs, copies of citations, memoranda concerning the organization of ceremonies, lists of recipients with biographical information, background information on the history of the Medal of Honor, press releases of announcements announcing the award recipients, and a draft of President Kennedy's speech for a ceremony written by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen with handwritten notations by the President.
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Burke Marshall Personal Papers
BMPP-008-013
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-104-003
This folder contains a guest list for a dinner held at the White House honoring living Nobel Prize winners.
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Joseph P. Kennedy Personal Papers
JPKPP-022-009
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-130-021
This folder consists of materials maintained by President John F. Kennedy's personal secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, prior to and during his presidency, and includes a copy of a Medal of Honor citation for Lieutenant Colonel C.P. Murray, Jr.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-138-008
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning the presentation of the 1962 United States Atomic Energy Commission Enrico Fermi Award to Dr. Edward Teller. Materials in this folder include a guest list, an itinerary, a memorandum, background information on the award, a transcript of remarks by US Atomic Energy Commission Chairman Dr. Glen T. Seaborg, a suggested statement for President Kennedy, and a transcript of remarks from award recipient Dr. Teller.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-138-005
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's presentation of the National Geographic Society's Gold Medal to underwater explorer and filmmaker Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau. Materials in this folder include letters and a biography on Captain Cousteau.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-022
This folder contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at the Yeshiva University Charter Day Award dinner in New York City. In his speech the Senator honors James J. Lyons’ establishment of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Yeshiva University in the Bronx borough in New York City, and discusses its importance to medical research, scientific advancement, and the local community. Also included in this folder is a brief history of Yeshiva University.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-007
This folder contains a copy of a speech by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Iona College convocation in New Rochelle, New York and a draft of his speech at the Saint Vincent College convocation in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. In the speeches the Senator discusses the importance of parochial education.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-033
This folder contains drafts and copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Politician and the Author: A Plea for Greater Understanding,” at the National Book Award ceremony in New York City. In his speech the Senator discusses the shared histories of politicians and literary artists, and the similarities and rivalries between the two professions. Of note are several drafts with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-026
This folder contains a draft and press releases for speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at various events. Topics of the speeches include European history, labor issues, and legislation. Also included are programs from the Twin-City Testimonial in honor of Senator John F. Kennedy held in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Of note is a draft of a speech with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-018
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks upon receiving the 1957 Patriotism Award during Washington Day exercises at Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana. In his speech the Senator discusses the accomplishments of President George Washington and the origins of George Washington Day, as well as the shared histories of scholars and politicians and a need for greater scholarship in politics. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0896-009
This folder contains copies of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy upon receipt of the Cardinal Gibbons Award by the Catholic University of America at the Hotel Statler in Washington, D.C. In his speech the Senator discusses the achievements of Cardinal James Gibbons and the need for political compromise in the wake of the 1956 Presidential election.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-020
This folder contains copies and drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's commencement address at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In his speech the Senator discusses the shared histories of scholars and politicians, and the need for greater scholarship in politics. Of note are drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-015
This folder contains a copy of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the fourth annual Rockhurst Day banquet at Rockhurst College in Kansas City, Missouri. In his speech the Senator discusses the career and achievements of Senator John Brooks Henderson, Western colonialism, nationalism, and communism.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-005
This folder contains copies and a draft of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at a luncheon held in New York and the presentation of the George Washington Carver Memorial Institute Gold Award to Cardinal Francis Spellman for his contributions in race relations and human welfare. Of note is a draft with notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0895-002
This folder contains copies and a draft of a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the National Conference of Christians and Jews in Boston, Massachusetts. In his speech the Senator discusses issues of religious intolerance in politics and the need for better race relations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0721-004
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honorary degrees offered to or conferred upon President John F. Kennedy. The correspondence includes inquiries about honorary degrees President Kennedy had previously received, as well as invitations to speak at commencements.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0721-003
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honorary degrees offered to or conferred upon President John F. Kennedy by various universities, including American University, the University of North Dakota, the National University of Ireland, and George Washington University.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0720-010
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honors awarded to President John F. Kennedy by various organizations, businesses, and media outlets, including the Free Sons of Israel, American Institute of Architects, National Association for the Prevention of Addiction to Narcotics, Chinese Refugee Relief, and others.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0720-009
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honors awarded to President John F. Kennedy by various organizations, businesses, and media outlets, including the Synagogue Council of America, local groups, and others.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0720-008
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honors awarded to President John F. Kennedy by various organizations, businesses, and media outlets, including the Association of State Planning and Development Agencies, local chapters of the Boy Scouts of America, and others. Contains 1 photographic print.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Central Subject Files
JFKWHCSF-0720-007
This folder contains correspondence between members of the White House staff and individual citizens regarding honors awarded to President John F. Kennedy by various organizations, businesses, and media outlets, including the Civil War Centennial Commission, National Aviation Club, American Institute of Mens and Boys Wear, National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, National Conference of Christians and Jews, and others.