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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-RKD-01
Dilworth discusses his personal impressions of John F. Kennedy (JFK), the 1960 primary and presidential campaigns in Pennsylvania, and JFK’s work on urban affairs, among other issues.
Sound recording
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-TPH-25A-5
Sound recording of a telephone conversation held on August 6, 1963, between President John F. Kennedy and Special Assistant to the President Claude Desautels. They discuss the integration of African Americans into the federal workforce and plans for a field hearing in Philadelphia.The recording begins in mid-conversation. Machine noise follows the conversation.
Transcript included. This sound recording was originally recorded on Dictation Belt 25A, which contains additional sound recording(s) preceding and following this one. To hear all of the recordings on the Dictation Belt, see Digital Identifier: JFKPOF-TPH-25A, Title: Telephone recordings: Dictation Belt 25A.
Sound recording
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-TPH-25A
Dictation Belt 25A contains six sound recordings. Item 25A.1 is a telephone conversation held on July 31, 1963, between President John F. Kennedy and Secretary of the Treasury C. Douglas Dillon. They discuss an unidentified situation concerning United Air Lines. They also discuss Peru using aid money from the United States to buy gold. Item 25A.2 is a telephone conversation held on July 31, 1963, between President John F. Kennedy and Senator Russell B. Long of Louisiana. Senator Long raises an objection to an order requiring the state government of Louisiana to enforce compliance with a federal integration order on a highway project. Item 25A.3 is a brief telephone exchange between President John F. Kennedy and a White House Operator. When President Kennedy answers, the operator informs him that the call from Speaker of the United States House of Representatives John W. McCormack of Massachusetts is intended for Special Assistant to the President Kenneth O’Donnell. Item 25A.4 is a brief telephone exchange between an unidentified man and a White House Operator. The unidentified man asks for an outside line. Item 25A.5 is a telephone conversation held on August 6, 1963, between President John F. Kennedy and Special Assistant to the President Claude Desautels. They discuss the integration of African Americans into the federal workforce and plans for a field hearing in Philadelphia. The recording begins in mid-conversation. Machine noise follows the conversation. Item 25A.6 is part of a telephone conversation held on August 7, 1963, between President John F. Kennedy and Representative Martha W. Griffiths of Michigan. They discuss their positions on a tax bill and its possible effects on the economy and politics. Machine noise precedes the conversation, and the conversation begins in mid-sentence. The recording of this conversation ends abruptly and continues on Dictation Belt 25B.Transcript included. Each item listed above is also available individually as an excerpt derived from this full-length digitized recording. See Related Records for more information.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-236-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a dinner sponsored by the Democratic County Executive Committee held at Convention Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In his speech President Kennedy discusses his confidence in the ideals of the Democratic Party, and commends the elected officials of Philadelphia for their tradition of progressive, democratic government. The President also explains his administration’s accomplishments, specifically in the areas of housing, civil rights, education, economic growth, and public assistance programs.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-113-001
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s address at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the enduring relevance of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, explains the role of the United States in relation to the emerging European Community, and characterizes the American democratic system as one that encourages dissent and differences of opinion.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-07-04-A
ST12
Moving image
United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-01-O
Motion picture covering the official state visit of Hassan II, King of Morocco, to the United States. King Hassan II visits Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, receives welcome from President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy at Union Station, Washington, D.C., meets at the White House with President Kennedy and others, attends a state dinner and Press Club luncheon, tours other sites in the Washington, D.C., area, and visits New York City and United Nations (UN) headquarters.Presented by: United States Information Service (USIS).
Produced by: Joseph L. Roberts.
Moving image
United States Government Agencies Collection
USG-01-K
Motion picture covering the official state visit of President and Madame Houphouet-Boigny of the Ivory Coast Republic to the United States, including ceremonies and a meeting with President John F. Kennedy and other events in Washington, D.C., and visits to New York City and the United Nations (UN) headquarters and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Presented by: United States Information Service (USIS).
Produced by: Hearst Metrotone News Inc.
Moving image
Television Network Columbia Broadcasting System Collection
TNC-137-EX
CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System) motion picture excerpt covering President John F. Kennedy's full address at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. See "Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, John F. Kennedy, 1962: Item 278." Governor Wesley Powell of New Hampshire introduces President Kennedy. In his speech the President praises the American democratic system which encourages differences and allows for dissent, discusses the enduring relevance of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and addresses the role of the United States in relation to the emerging European Community. CBS No. 10048. Copyright restrictions apply.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1962-11-14-D
KN25
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1961-12-02-A
AR14, ST06, KN10
Textual folder
Jean Stein Personal Papers
JSTPP-008-020
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-002-017
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. White House Staff Files of Harris Wofford
JFKWHSFHW-002-016
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-057
This file contains press releases of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a city fund raising dinner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the correlation between progress at home and abroad, and asks for the voters' help in achieving the type of country he desires for his children, "a strong America in a world of peace."
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-056
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Reyburn Plaza in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator asks whether Vice President Nixon can provide the leadership that the country needs for the 1960s. He also states his desire to move the United States past the status quo.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-055
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a Bonds for Israel dinner in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the Middle East, the role of Israel, and the United Nations.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-054
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a Citizens for Kennedy rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the key differences between his positions and those of Vice President Nixon in such areas as the economy and national prestige.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-053
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator questions Vice President Nixon's campaign claims concerning national prosperity and international prestige. He also invites both Nixon and President Eisenhower to a final debate.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-052
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Rosen Apartments in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses housing, civil rights, employment, and health care.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-051
This file contains a copy and press release of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Penn Fruit Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the choice between himself and Vice President Nixon in terms of national progress. The press release lists six areas of disagreement between the two candidates, namely medical care for the aged, teachers' salaries, agriculture, unemployment, trusting the voters, and a strategy for peace.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-048
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Cheltenham Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the importance of meeting the challenges of the 1960s and the correlation between domestic and international problems.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-045
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at the Lord and Taylor Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses Vice President Nixon's debate with Nikita Khrushchev and rebuts recent statements by Nixon concerning American prestige abroad and the state of the economy.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0914-042
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at Lawrence Park Shopping Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech the Senator discusses the role of the president, the prestige of the United States abroad, and the need to move American society forward.
Textual folder
Edward M. Kennedy Senate Files
EMKSEN-00888-003