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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0927-002
This folder contains telegrams, memoranda, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy, members of Senator Kennedy’s staff, and California residents concerning the formation, activities, and management of various college campus organizations supporting the Senator’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0927-001
This folder contains memoranda, a newspaper article, and correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy and California residents concerning the formation of a local support committee for the Senator’s 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Walter W. Heller
JFKWHSFWWH-MF76-004
This folder contains material pertaining to the Consumer Advisory Council (CAC), which was formally established by the Council of Economic Advisers in July 1962 in order to ensure that the government considered the needs of consumers. The file covers the origins and background of the CAC, including initial discussions of its scope, responsibilities, and staffing. Types of material include correspondence, memoranda, press releases, and news articles. Of note is a paper on the "Philosophy, Program, Priorities for the CAC" by member Mrs. John G. Lee (Percy Maxim Lee). There are also several documents concerning the work of the California Office of Consumer Counsel.
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Adam Clymer Personal Papers
ACLPP-036-008
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-044-038
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President 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. Materials in this folder include memoranda, press copies, and reading copies of the speech, in addition to programs for the commencement ceremony. Of note are several items with handwritten notations by the President.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-042-031
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the signing ceremony of contracts between the Federal government, the Westlands Water District, and the East Columbia Basin Irrigation District. In his speech the President describes the details of the two contracts, which provide for the repayment to the government for water made available by reclamation projects. Materials in this folder include various memoranda, drafts with handwritten notations by the President, and press copies of the speech, in addition to a news release from the Department of Interior.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-040-003
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks upon the signing of S. 476, an act to establish the Point Reyes National Seashore in California. Materials in this folder include a memorandum, draft, and press copies of the speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-039-039
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the dedication ceremony for the Oahe Dam. This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at the ground-breaking ceremonies for the San Luis Dam Project in Los Banos, California. In his speech the President describes the Project as an engineering, legislative, and administrative achievement, and discusses how the dam will provide water for farming, power, commerce, irrigation, and recreation. The President also proposes improved outdoor recreation areas, adding additional seashores to the National Park System, enacting a strong Wilderness Bill and a Youth Employment Act, and developing programs to economically convert salt water into fresh water. Materials in this folder include a reading copy with handwritten notations by the President and a press copy of the speech.
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Gerald J. 'Jerry' Bruno Personal Papers
GJBPP-012-011
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Gerald J. 'Jerry' Bruno Personal Papers
GJBPP-012-010
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Gerald J. 'Jerry' Bruno Personal Papers
GJBPP-012-009
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Elizabeth R. Gatov Personal Papers
ERGPP-005-010
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Elizabeth R. Gatov Personal Papers
ERGPP-005-005
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Sanford L. Fox
JFKWHSFSLF-016-006
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1060-003
This folder contains transcripts of a press conference held by Senator John F. Kennedy in San Francisco, California. Senator Kennedy answered questions from the press concerning his legislative efforts in the 2nd session of the 86th Congress and Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s attendance at the 15th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-004
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California discussing civil rights, international relations, legislation, the aged, employment, disarmament, education, and differences between the Democratic and Republican campaign platforms.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1058-003
This folder contains speeches and a transcript of a press conference given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California discussing agricultural issues, national security, international relations, natural resources, civil rights, religious matters, and differences between the Democratic and Republican campaign platforms.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-010
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In his speeches Senator Kennedy discusses disarmament, education, legislation, civil rights, the economy, labor, and international relations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-003
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in California, New York City, and Texas. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, agricultural issues, international relations, civil rights, and national security and defense; and asks for support for his 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1057-002
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy and transcripts of question and answer sessions in California, Oregon, and Washington. Topics include the economy, agricultural issues, international relations, national security and defense, natural resources, energy, education, and labor. Also included in this folder is Senator Kennedy’s schedule for September 6-7, 1960.
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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.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1056-005
This folder contains correspondence between Pierre Salinger, Press Secretary to Senator John F. Kennedy, and various individuals expressing support for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign, advice on international affairs, and letters of a personal nature. Also included in this folder are materials concerning the California Fitness Project and a program for a rapid transit system in the San Francisco Bay Area of California.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-033
This folder contains remarks made by Senator John F. Kennedy at the U.S. Grant Hotel in San Diego, California concerning the national security and defense policy of the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-032
This folder contains remarks made by Senator John F. Kennedy in Marysville, California discussing his faith in the United States and differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-031
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the Civic Auditorium in Oakland, California during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech Senator Kennedy discusses differences between the Democratic and Republican Parties and stresses a need for change from the policies of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Administration. Of note is a handwritten note by Senator Kennedy on the verso of page one of the speech.