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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-BLB-02
In this interview Boutin discusses New Hampshire politics; presidential elections and Democratic National Conventions from 1956 through 1968; various staff members of John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] presidential campaign from 1956 to 1960; JFK’s presidential campaign in several different states; the 1960 presidential primary in New Hampshire; working as the Administrator of the General Services Administration [GSA], including public works projects, federal buildings and sites, reorganization of GSA structure and personnel, and working with Congress and other federal agencies on GSA matters; the National Archives and Records Administration and presidential libraries; the Democratic National Committee during JFK’s Administration; Boutin’s memories of immediately following JFK’s assassination in 1963; tensions between Robert F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson; and “Johnson people” versus “Kennedy people,” among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-PBE-01
Edelman discusses why Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) decided to run for president in 1968, RFK’s relationship with Lyndon B. Johnson, and his position on the Vietnam War, among other issues.
Oral history
Robert F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
RFKOH-JEN-01
In this interview Nolan discusses discussions of the possibility of Robert F. Kennedy [RFK] running for President in 1968; helping plan RFK’s trip to Eastern Europe in 1967 and opposition to the trip; Nolan’s trip to Vietnam; RFK’s decision not to visit Vietnam; working with Senator RFK; the Tet Offensive, 1968, and changing views of the Vietnam War; discussing Eugene McCarthy’s 1968 presidential campaign with RFK; traveling to California for RFK; and working with Jesse M. Unruh in California, among other issues.
Textual folder
Kennedy Family Collection
KFC-047-001
This photograph album was first compiled by Rosemary Kennedy as a birthday gift for her sister, Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy, in 1929, with later photographs added by Kathleen. The gold stamped title on the cover reads, “Photographs.” An original handwritten inscription on the inside front cover reads, "Kathleen, From Rose happy birthday Feb. 1929," in white ink. Original captions are written in white ink and pencil in both Rosemary’s and Kathleen’s hand. Photographs document the family life, travels, and social activities of the Kennedy family from 1927 to 1936. In addition to Rosemary (referred to as “Rose” in original captions) and Kathleen, those pictured include their parents, Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr., and Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy; their siblings, Joseph P. “Joe” Kennedy, Jr., John F. "Jack" Kennedy, Eunice Kennedy, Patricia "Pat" Kennedy, Jean Kennedy, and Edward M. "Ted/Teddy" Kennedy; their aunt, Agnes Fitzgerald Gargan, and her husband Joseph Francis Gargan, Sr.; governesses to the Kennedy children, Alice Cahill and Elizabeth Dunn; nanny to the Kennedy children, Katherine “Kikoo” Conboy; family friends, Edward E. “Eddie” Moore, Kirk LeMoyne “Lem” Billings, Mary O’Keefe, Mary Veronica “Von” Rice, and Mary Frances "Sancy" Falvey; and family dogs, Buddy and Skippy. Of note are photographs of Kennedy family members and friends at the family’s residences in Bronxville in New York, Hyannis Port in Massachusetts, and Palm Beach in Florida; a visit to the Hippodrome Theatre in New York City, where the children posed with a baby elephant; Joseph, Sr., and Rose with actor Fred Thomson and screenwriter Frances Marion in California; and Kathleen and other campers and counselors at Sargent Camp in Peterborough, New Hampshire. Other locations and historic sites featured in photographs include the White House and United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C.; the National Monument to the Forefathers and Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts; the Potomac River; and George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate in Virginia. Original handwritten inscriptions are written in blue ink and pencil on the versos of many photographs. This photograph album contains 154 photographic prints, two photographic postcards, and one contact print of a strip of four 35mm black and white negatives.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6396-B
Luncheon for a bipartisan Congressional group. Front Row (L-R): Senator Mike Mansfield (Montana); Speaker of the House of Representatives, Sam Rayburn (reaching out to shake President Kennedy's hand); Senator Everett Dirksen (Illinois); President John F. Kennedy; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson; Congressman Charles Halleck (Indiana); Congressman Carl Albert (Oklahoma). Back Row (L-R): Congressman Leslie Arends (Illinois); Senator George Smathers (Florida); Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California); Senator Hubert Humphrey (Minnesota); Congressman Charles Hoeven (Iowa); Senator Styles Bridges (New Hampshire); Congressman John W. McCormack (Massachusetts); Congressman John W. Byrnes (Wisconsin); Senator Leverett Saltonstall (Massachusetts); President Pro Tempore of the Senate, Senator Carl Hayden (Arizona). North Portico, White House, Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6396-A
Luncheon for a bipartisan Congressional group. Front row (L-R): Speaker of the House of Representatives, Sam Rayburn; Senator Mike Mansfield (Montana); Senator Everett Dirksen (Illinois); President John F. Kennedy; Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson; Congressman Charles Halleck (Indiana); Congressman Carl Albert (Oklahoma). Back row (L-R): Congressman Francis E. Walter (Pennsylvania); Congressman Leslie Arends (Illinois); Senator George Smathers (Florida); Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California); Senator Hubert Humphrey (Minnesota); Congressman Charles Hoeven (Iowa); Senator Styles Bridges (New Hampshire); Congressman John W. McCormack (Massachusetts); Congressman John W. Byrnes (Wisconsin); Senator Leverett Saltonstall (Massachusetts). North Portico, White House, Washington, D.C.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-AR6618-B
President John F. Kennedy signs Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Standing, L-R: Chairman of the Inter-American Economic and Social Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) and Ambassador of Uruguay, Carlos A. Clulow; Secretary General of the OAS, Dr. José Mora; Chairman of the Council of the OAS, Dr. Fernando Lobo; Congressman Joseph M. Montoya (New Mexico); Speaker of the House of Representatives, Sam Rayburn (Texas); Senator Hubert H. Humphrey (Minnesota); Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson; Congressman Otto Passman (Louisiana); Congressman Chester E. Merrow (New Hampshire); Congressman Clarence Cannon (Missouri); Senator Wayne Morse (Oregon); Congressman John J. Rooney (New York); Senator George D. Aiken (Vermont); unidentified; former President Harry S. Truman (facing away); Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California); Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Inter-American Affairs, Wymberley Coerr. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-001
This folder contains Senator John F. Kennedy’s schedule for September 2, 1960 and speeches given by the Senator in Alaska, California, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, and New Hampshire. In his speeches the Senator discusses the economy, labor, industry, legislation, and international affairs; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign. Of note is Senator Kennedy’s acceptance speech titled, “The New Frontier,” given at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) upon receiving the Democratic Party’s nomination for the 1960 presidential election. In his speech the Senator addresses religion, Communism, nuclear weapons, and civil rights. He also discusses a New Frontier in America, which calls for leadership, courage, change, and opportunity for all.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1033-002
This folder contains excerpts of the Congressional Record, press releases, statements, and speeches given in California, Indiana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Oregon by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include the religious issue, education, the aged, the Presidency and foreign policy, and differences between the Republican and Democratic parties. Also included in this folder are numerous statements by Senator Kennedy in Illinois asking for support and discussing general issues of the campaign.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-KN-C17943
President John F. Kennedy speaks with former President Harry S. Truman after signing Public Law 87-41, Inter-American Social and Economic Cooperation Program and the Chilean Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Program Act. Congressman Chester E. Merrow (New Hampshire) and Senator Thomas H. Kuchel (California) look on. Oval Office, White House, Washington, D.C.