Textual folder
Papers of John F. Kennedy. Presidential Papers. President's Office Files.
JFKPOF-048-010
This folder contains materials collected by the office of President John F. Kennedy's secretary, Evelyn Lincoln, concerning President Kennedy's remarks to the 47th annual meeting of the Florida State Chamber of Commerce held at Fort Homer Hesterly Armory in Tampa, Florida. In his speech the President explains how his administration's economic policies have affected American businesses, and calls for strong communication lines between the government and individual businesses. He also answers questions from the audience regarding inflation, the national debt, foreign policy, civil rights, and the growth of the federal government. Materials in this folder include a reading copy with handwritten notations by the President and a press copy of the speech, in addition to programs for the meeting.