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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-REH-01
In this interview Hedrick discusses how he first became interested in John F. Kennedy [JFK] as a presidential candidate and initial interactions with him; the 1960 West Virginia [WV] presidential primary; the economics of Randolph County, WV; the issue of religion during JFK’s 1960 campaign; the Douglas Committee and legislation; forestry and Randolph County’s economy; Hubert H. Humphrey’s campaign in Randolph County during the 1960 primary; mining communities in southern WV; which of JFK’s domestic policies played well in WV; the students and faculty of Randolph County colleges and JFK’s campaign; Republican hostility towards JFK versus religious hostility in the 1960 election; the impact of JFK’s war record on the WV vote; how the JFK campaign helped WV’s national image and reputation; and the 1960 Democratic National Convention, among other issues.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0924-005
This file contains policy statements issued by the Advisory Council of the Democratic National Committee. Included are pamphlets regarding natural resources, a proposal for a National Peace Agency, defense disarmament, education, urban and suburban issues, and nuclear testing.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0917-009
This file contains reading copies of Senator John F. Kennedy's speeches that are undated, but were likely written between 1958 and 1960. Speech titles include "Jefferson, Jackson and Roosevelt," "Heritage of Roosevelt," "The Continuing Issue of Labor Reform," "The Meaning of a Democratic Victory in Hawaii," "New Ideas to Survive," "India and China," "The United States and Hawaii -- And Our Future in Asia," "Can We Afford to Waste Our Water," "Should Nuclear Tests be Resumed," and "Are We Up to the Task."
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0901-017
This file contains drafts of Senator John F. Kennedy's remarks given at a Democratic dinner in Casper, Wyoming. In his speech he discusses a need for effective leadership in the Democratic Party to resolve international and domestic issues, including concerns over natural resources. Of note is a draft with notations by Senator Kennedy.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0910-040
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Pocatello, Idaho during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses a need for Democratic leadership to address various challenges, including the research and development of natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-074
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given in Cheyenne, Wyoming during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he appeals for Democratic leadership to address domestic issues, including natural resource development.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1025-008
This folder contains copies and press releases of speeches given in New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington by Senator John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential primary campaign. Topics include primary elections; issues in Eastern Europe, particularly the Soviet Union and Communism; natural resources and conservation projects; housing reform; the Presidency and foreign policy; and policy differences between the Republican and Democratic parties.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1051-007
This folder contains press releases of remarks and addresses made by Senator Lyndon B. Johnson and Senator John F. Kennedy concerning the 1960 presidential campaign, the Democratic Party, the Republican Party, the Cold War, and natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1061-031
This folder contains reprints of pamphlets, newspaper clippings, newsletters, and magazines concerning Senator John F. Kennedy’s military service, agriculture, natural resources and conservation, the Democratic and Republican parties, Vice President Richard M. Nixon, and the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1059-018
This folder contains a speech given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Cheyenne, Wyoming discussing the Democratic Party in the state and a need for the development and conservation of natural resources.
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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
JFKCAMP1960-1057-005
This folder contains speeches given by Senator John F. Kennedy in Iowa; Missouri; Montana; New Jersey; North Dakota; Pennsylvania; South Dakota; Tennessee; Utah; Washington, D.C.; and West Virginia. In his speeches the Senator discusses the legacy of the Democratic Party, Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev, international relations, labor, industry, agricultural issues, and the development of natural resources.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1035-011
This folder contains press releases issued by the Publicity Division of the Democratic National Committee for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include political appointments within the Democratic Party; education; the aged; the Peace Corps; agriculture; communism; natural resources; unemployment and the economy; and preparations for the Presidential Inauguration.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1035-005
This folder contains press releases issued by the Publicity Division of the Democratic National Committee for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include political appointments within the Democratic Party, natural resources, agriculture, international relations, education, the economy, and unemployment in the United States.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1035-002
This folder contains press releases issued by the Publicity Division of the Democratic National Committee for Senator John F. Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign. Topics include political appointments within the Democratic Party, agriculture, natural resources, education, the aged, international relations, and civil rights.
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Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-1037-005
This folder contains correspondence between Senator John F. Kennedy’s campaign staff and various individuals from California, summary reports from the California Democratic Council (CDC), an issue of Democrats United newspaper, and background information about California delegates. Topics include civil rights, housing, agriculture, natural resources, the economy, election reform, and international relations.