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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0943-002
This folder contains articles from various Maryland newspapers concerning the 1960 Democratic Party presidential candidates, with specific focus on the Wisconsin primary election.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-038-014
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's address at the Jefferson-Jackson-Kennedy dinner held at the Milwaukee Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In his speech the President discusses the disarmament process, the Alliance for Progress, and international leadership in space exploration. Materials in this folder include a reading and press copy of the speech, in addition to a memorandum of basic information on Milwaukee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-035-040
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks at a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Wisconsin's enactment of the workmen's compensation law. In his speech the President also introduces the commemorative stamp to be issued by the United States Post Office. Materials in this folder include a draft and press copy of the speech and a press release for the event.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-004-001
This folder consists of correspondence between the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, and individuals and organizations both known and unknown to the President. Materials are mainly expressions of and responses to public opinion. Of note is an issue of the Republican Party of Wisconsin newsletter entitled "Facts About Your Government". This folder contains some foreign language material.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-048-005
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's taped remarks for a dinner honoring Governor John Reynolds of Wisconsin. Materials in this folder include various memoranda of suggested remarks to and from Associate Press Secretary Andrew T. Hatcher. 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-046-048
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks upon arrival at Ashland Airport in Ashland, Wisconsin. In his speech the President commends Wisconsin's comprehensive resource development plan, and explains how the conservation of natural resources can improve local economies. Materials in this folder include note cards and a press copy of the speech.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-110-023
This folder contains statistical information concerning federal budget appropriations for various government departments, agencies, and programs in Wisconsin.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0898-003
This folder contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a Wisconsin Democratic dinner. In his speech the Senator discusses President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration and a need for greater diversity in politics. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1104-007
This folder contains a memorandum concerning a telephone call from Madison, Wisconsin Mayor Ivan A. Nestingen inquiring into Senator John F. Kennedy’s stance on rural electrification and agriculture.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0902-022
This file contains copies and partial copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speech given at a Milwaukee Gridiron dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Topics of his speech include a need for effective leadership to address the growing threat of Communism, and the 1960 Presidential election.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-010
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the role of the Democratic Party and issues facing the nation, including the economic recession. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Bernard L. Boutin Personal Papers
BLBPP-MF21-026
This folder contains material pertaining to federal public works projects in Wisconsin. Topics include federal buildings in Horicon, Marshfield, and Milwaukee.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0915-012
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks titled, "Dairy Problems in Wisconsin." In this undated speech, likely given in early 1960, the Senator discusses issues within the Wisconsin dairy industry and presents five ideas to help solve the problem. Of note is a draft with handwritten annotations.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-001
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In his speech titled, “Labor: The Source of American Strength,” he discusses the enduring achievements of the labor movement and proposes expansion of labor programs to address issues of minimum wage, unemployment benefits, and an aging workforce. Also included are copies of the Senator’s remarks discussing a need for foreign policy measures to stop the spread of communism in Eastern Europe.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-032
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Should Nuclear Tests be Resumed,” discussing a potential need to resume nuclear testing for national security purposes despite the negative health effects of radiation exposure.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-031
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Our Goals in This Campaign,” given in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the Wisconsin state presidential primary and outlining his 1960 presidential campaign platform.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-030
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Beloit, Wisconsin. In his speech titled, “Medical Care for Our Older Citizens," he proposes a bill to amend the Social Security Act and the Internal Revenue Code in order to provide health benefits to the elderly and protect them against rising hospital and nursing costs. Also included are copies of press releases with excerpts from the Senator’s speech concerning increased unemployment benefits compensation.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-029
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “The Fight Against Crime,” given in Dodgeville, Wisconsin discussing the creation of a National Crime Commission to investigate criminal syndicates and coordinate efforts with local law enforcement to apprehend suspected labor racketeers.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-028
This file consists of copies of a press release containing excerpts from Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech in Manitowoc, Wisconsin concerning proposed taxes on the Rural Electric Administration (REA) Cooperative program by President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-025
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech at a Rural Electric Administration (REA) county meeting in Gays Mills, Wisconsin concerning the REA Cooperative program, a need to reduce interest rates in the program, and the importance of affordable electric power in rural communities.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-024
This file contains copies of speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin. In his speech titled, “Disarmament,” he discusses the difficulty of arms control, the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union, and the introduction of a bill to establish the Arms Control Research Institute. Also included is a speech titled, “Cuba,” concerning a history of foreign policy in Cuba, relations between Cuba and the U.S., and the Cuban revolution led by Fidel Castro.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-023
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Our Stake in Berlin,” given at the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the speech Senator Kennedy discusses the differences between East and West Berlin, the spirit and diversity of Berliners, and Berlin as a symbol of determination in the struggle against communism and pressures by the Soviet Union.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-022
This file contains copies and a draft of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Civil Rights for All Americans,” given at a reception at the Jewish Community Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In the speech he discusses the importance of the 14th and 15th Constitutional Amendments and the Civil Rights Act of 1957 to democracy, and proposes revising legislation to create enforcement provisions guaranteeing the right to vote for every citizen. Of note, the draft contains notations by the Senator.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-021
This file contains copies of remarks by Senator John F. Kennedy in Marinette, Wisconsin discussing Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson’s farm program, and proposes a policy to provide loans to farmers to relieve the economic pressure of increased costs in agricultural management.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0907-020
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Protecting the Right to Vote,” given in Milwaukee, Wisconsin discussing the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and a need to revise the legislation to include an enforcement provision ensuring the right to vote.