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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0931-009
This folder contains newspaper articles concerning Florida Senator George Smathers, the 1960 Florida Democratic Party primary election, and profiles of various Democratic presidential candidates.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-037-025
This folder contains materials collected by the office of the President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the Democratic Party's fundraising dinner honoring Senator George Smathers at the Fontainbleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida. In his speech the President honors Smathers, predicts the Senator's reelection, and discusses the importance of Florida to the nation's space programs. Materials in this folder include memoranda regarding suggested remarks, drafts (some by Special Counsel and speechwriter Theodore Sorensen), and a press copy of the speech. Of note are handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0894-029
This folder contains drafts and materials related to Senator John F. Kennedy’s testimonial remarks for Senator George Smathers of Florida. In his address Senator Kennedy discusses Senator Smathers’ character and his role in the United States Senate. Of note are copies of drafts with notations by Senator Kennedy.