Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-029a-016
This folder consists of correspondence collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, from John Kenneth Galbraith, Harvard University Economics Professor and Ambassador to India (1961-1963). Materials mainly represent Galbraith's views and advice on personal matters, political and foreign affairs, and economics. Items include letters recounting Galbraith's experiences and observations on Indian life and government, memorandums on United States economic policy, and a homemade photo album and Christmas card. Of note is correspondence with writer John Steinbeck on his trip to the Soviet Union. A response from President Kennedy is also included.