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Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-HGH-01
In this interview Hoffmann discusses John F. Kennedy’s [JFK] campaign for the 1960 West Virginia [WV] presidential primary; JFK’s religion as a campaign issue in WV; WV press on JFK versus Hubert H. Humphrey; Hoffmann’s interactions with JFK during the WV campaign; President JFK’s continued interest in WV; reaction to the Kennedy Administration in WV; the national press’ treatment of WV during the 1960 primary; news reports on the results of the WV primary; and JFK’s lasting impact on WV, among other issues.
Oral history
John F. Kennedy Oral History Collection
JFKOH-WEC-01
Chilton discusses his interactions with John F. Kennedy during the 1960 West Virginia primary and general elections, bigotry against West Virginia, and the Kennedy administration’s impacts on West Virginia, among other issues.
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1963-06-20-D
ST26
Photograph folder
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-1963-06-20-C
ST26
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Presidential Campaign Files, 1960
JFKCAMP1960-0990-001
This folder contains a transcript of a hearing on the aged with testimony by community members of Charleston, West Virginia before the Senate Committee on Problems of the Aged and Aging.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-012
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “Eight Years of Retreat,” given in Charleston, West Virginia discussing economic issues under President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s administration including those related to labor, education, and social services.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0909-005
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s opening remarks given at a televised West Virginia presidential primary debate in Charleston, West Virginia discussing poverty in the state. Of note, the copy contains notations by the Senator.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-041
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “New Industry for West Virginia,” given in South Charleston, West Virginia. In his speech he proposes the Area Redevelopment bill to assist economically distressed areas in West Virginia through the creation of jobs as well as industry research and development.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0908-021
This file contains a copy of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech titled, “A Program for West Virginia,” given in Charleston, West Virginia. In his speech he outlines an economic program to encourage job creation, as well as industry and natural resource development in West Virginia.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-030
This file contains press releases announcing Senator John F. Kennedy’s Conference on New Jobs and New Growth to be held in Charleston, West Virginia, with the purpose of developing a program to end unemployment.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-059
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s remarks given at the Daniel Boone Hotel in Charleston, West Virginia discussing his 1960 presidential campaign and the contributions of West Virginians to its success.
Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Pre-Presidential Papers. Senate Files
JFKSEN-0911-058
This file contains copies of Senator John F. Kennedy’s speech given at the Civic Center in Charleston, West Virginia during his 1960 presidential campaign. In his speech he discusses the failure of the Republican administration to address unemployment concerns and outlines a program to stimulate economic growth. Also included is a transcript of the question and answer period following his speech.
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-4-63
President John F. Kennedy (left) attends a celebration commemorating the centennial of West Virginia on the steps of the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia. Governor of West Virginia, William W. Barron, stands left of lectern. Also pictured: Senator Robert C. Byrd of West Virginia (behind Governor Barron); Representative Harley O. Staggers of West Virginia (behind lectern, in background); White House Secret Service agents, Ken Giannoules and Ron Pontius. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-34-63
President John F. Kennedy and Governor of West Virginia, William W. Barron (right), exit the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia; the President visited the Capitol Building to attend a celebration commemorating the state’s centennial. Senator Jennings Randolph (West Virginia) walks behind the Governor; White House Secret Service agent, Frank Yeager, stands at far left. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-33-63
View of spectators gathered in the rain in front of the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia, for a celebration commemorating the centennial of West Virginia, attended by President John F. Kennedy. Boy Scout color guards hold flags in foreground. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-24-63
View of spectators gathered in the rain in front of the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia, for a celebration commemorating the state's centennial, attended by President John F. Kennedy. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-19-63
President John F. Kennedy (left) attends a celebration commemorating the centennial of West Virginia on the steps of the State Capitol Building in Charleston, West Virginia. Governor of West Virginia, William W. Barron, speaks from behind lectern at right. Also pictured: Senators from West Virginia, Robert C. Byrd (right of President Kennedy) and Jennings Randolph (mostly hidden behind lectern); White House Secret Service agent, Ron Pontius. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-15-63
Members of a choir (foreground) sing during a celebration commemorating the centennial of West Virginia, attended by President John F. Kennedy. Also pictured: Governor of West Virginia, William W. Barron; Senator Jennings Randolph (West Virginia); White House Secret Service agents, Ken Giannoules and Dick Johnsen. State Capitol Building, Charleston, West Virginia. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-9-63
President John F. Kennedy (left center, standing under green umbrella) greets crowds in the rain in Charleston, West Virginia; the President attended a celebration commemorating the centennial of West Virginia at the State Capitol Building. Opal Wilcox Barron, wife of Governor William W. Barron of West Virginia, sits in the back seat of the Presidential limousine (Lincoln-Mercury Continental convertible with a bubble-top) in the foreground. Also pictured: Press Secretary Pierre Salinger; White House Secret Service agents, Roy Kellerman, Ken Giannoules, Dick Johnsen, and Ron Pontius. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
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White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-32-63
President John F. Kennedy visits with Governor of West Virginia, William W. Barron, and his wife, Opal Wilcox Barron, upon his arrival at Kanawha Airport in Charleston, West Virginia. Left to right: White House Secret Service agent, Ernie Olsson (far left, in background); unidentified man (holding umbrella); President Kennedy; Governor Barron; Senator Jennings Randolph of West Virginia (partially hidden behind the Governor); Mrs. Barron; Senator Robert C. Byrd (West Virginia); unidentified West Virginia State Police officer. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]
Photograph
White House Photographs
JFKWHP-ST-C219-12-63
President John F. Kennedy shakes hands with visitors in the rain upon his arrival at Kanawha Airport in Charleston, West Virginia. Standing at left are White House Secret Service agents, Ron Pontius (facing away) and Paul A. Burns. [Photograph by Harold Sellers]