1908-1920

Dixon, Joseph K., 1856-1926

Photograph

Title: Full length portrait of a Native American man in profile

"2400" inscribed in pencil on verso.

GLC03911.08.38

1908-1920

Dixon, Joseph K., 1856-1926

Photograph

Title: Full length portrait of a Native American man

"Brave Bear. Southern Cheyenne." inscribed in ink on verso; "561" inscribed in pencil on verso.

GLC03911.08.39

1908-1920

Dixon, Joseph K., 1856-1926

Photograph

Title: Full length portrait of a Native American man

Native American man holding a wolf skin; with wooded background. "245" inscribed in ink on verso.

GLC03911.08.40

25 April 1960

de Gaulle, Charles, 1890-1970

Typed document

Title: Address by His Excellency Charles de Gaulle, President of the French Republic, President of the Community, to Members of Both Houses of Congress

An English translation of the speech that Charles de Gaulle of France gave to Congress on 25 April 1960. He addresses issues of the Cold War, casting France's lot with the free West and advocating nuclear disarmament.

GLC09565.01

11 July 1960

Fay, Elton C., fl. 1960

Newspaper clipping

Title: [B-70 Held Perfect Plane For Spy Role]

A newspaper clipping from the Washington Times Herald on July 11, 1960. The first article, "B-70 Held Perfect Plane for Spy Role," describes the proposed B-70 bomber plane and explains the disagreement over whether or not to fund the construction of the planes. The second article, "Gates to Use Extra Funds for Weapons," relates Defense Secretary Thomas S. Gates, Jr.'s decision to allocate extra money to "bolster the United States military might."

GLC09565.03

11 July 1960

Johnson, Lyndon B., 1908-1973

Printed document

Title: Report of the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee of the Committee on Armed Services United States Senate, The B-70 Program

A report from the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee about the merits of the B-70 bomber, in which the subcommittee analyzes the history of the B-70 weapon system and recommends to the Committee on Armed Services that it be developed immediately.

GLC09565.04

1968

Humphrey, Hubert H., 1911-1978

Typed document

Title: Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey Answers Your Questions

A transcript of reporter questions and Humphrey's responses from various press events during the spring of 1968. He answers questions on topics such as his "liberal credentials," "the revolt in the ghettos," "rural and urban poverty," and "relations with Communist countries"

GLC09565.05

9 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (9 May 1969)

The first issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It includes quotes from Vice President Humphrey, as well as information on his standing in the polls, who has endorsed him, and what his wife, Muriel, is like.

GLC09565.06

16 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (16 May 1969)

The second issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. Includes accounts of his victories at state conventions, his comments to the United Autoworker Convention, and the responses of columnists and pollsters to his campaign.

GLC09565.07

23 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (23 May 1969)

The third issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey, with headlines about Humphrey's standing in the Gallup Poll, his endorsements by columnists and political figures, and his campaign strategy developments.

GLC09565.08

30 May 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News From United Democrats for Humphrey (30 May 1969)

The fourth issue of a weekly newsletter published by the United Democrats for Humphrey. It has information about Humphrey's lead with delegates and in the Louis Harris poll, about his visit to his South Dakota hometown, and about Robert Kennedy's attacks on him. It also includes a list of recent endorsements.

GLC09565.09

29 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Newspaper

Title: Victory '68: News from United Democrats for Humphrey (29 July 1968)

The 29 July issue of the Victory '68 newsletter advocating the election of Vice Presient Hubert Humphrey to the presidency. It contains Humphrey's stances on and recent action involving aid to farmers, urban regeneration, gun control, and the draft. It also has information on his standing in the polls and recent endoresements.

GLC09565.11

29 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Backs Freedom Of Choice For Democrats

A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, containing a lengthy statement from Humphrey about the selection of the Democratic nominee. Humphrey advocates in favor of an open convention, in which each delegate can vote for whichever candidate he so chooses.

GLC09565.12

31 July 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Humphrey in Televised Talks Advocates Marshall Plan for the Cities and Programs for Civil Order and Justice

A press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, which focuses on Humphrey's statements in favor of a Marshall Plan for U.S. cities and of a separate effort to protect civil order and justice. He supports an end to riots, stricter gun control laws, stiffer drug trafficing penalities, organization of "councils of civil peace," and a strengthening of police forces. Finally he calls for more complete, free public education for all students.

GLC09565.13

3 August 1968

United Democrats for Humphrey

Typed document

Title: Vice President Humphrey's Travels Keep Him In Close Touch With Americans and Key Nations Overseas

A short press release from the United Democrats for Humphrey, explaining the Vice President's extensive travel and calling attention to the extent to which this travel has demonstrated his commitment to Americans throughout the country and to U.S. foreign allies.

GLC09565.14

1968

Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, fl. 1968

Poster

Title: Remember...a vote for Nixon is a vote for Agnew

A small poster featuring a photograph of Richard Nixon waving with Spiro Agnew. Created by the Citizens for Humphrey-Muskie, it seeks to discourage voters from voting for the Nixon-Agnew ticket.

GLC09565.15

5 November 1968

Printed document

Title: Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens

A pass to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. It bears a large stamp, which reads "DNC-Citizens."

GLC09565.16

5 November 1968

Printed document

Title: Humphrey-Muskie Election Night Headquarters DNC- Citizens

Two passes to enter the election-night festivities at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. They bear large stamps, which read "Official."

GLC09565.17

c. October 1981

Congressional Quarter Inc.

Pamphlet

Title: Fall 1981 Paperbacks

The Congressional Quarterly's Fall 1981 catalog of books related to government, politics, history, and education. Contains images of the books, brief descriptions, and order forms.

GLC09565.19

8 May 1865

Sumner, Charles, 1811-1874

Autograph letter signed

Title: [to unknown]

Letter to unknown recipient, discussing the evils of slavery and Lincoln's assassination.

GLC09586

1763-1783

Engraving

Title: [Engraving of Alexander Hamilton]

Engraving of Alexander Hamilton, based on a painting by Alonzo Chappel.

GLC07167.02

29 April 1960

Joel T. Broyhill campaign

Typed document

Title: The Virginia Gentleman. [Final edition (April 29, 1960)]

The final edition of The Virginia Gentleman, "a non-political newspaper dedicated to the election of Joel T. Broyhill." Miniature in size, this "newspaper" includes information on the Representative's political stances, comical editorials, and an invitation for members of the press to come to a party at his house.

GLC09565.02

1 July 1968

U.S. news & world report book

Printed document

Title: "The Hubert Humprey Report" in U.S. News & World Report

A photo-copied article from U.S. News & World Report about Vice President Hubert Humphrey, who was running for president. It includes information about his education, family, finances, and political career. It explains his voting record on war and defense, labor legislation, foreign affairs, domestic programs, riots and crime, Vietnam, the Great Society, and business.

GLC09565.10

ca. 1932

Osuna, J.J., fl. 1901-1905

Typed document

Title: An Indian in Spite of Myself

A six-page essay, in which the author, J.J. Osuna, describes his move from Puerto Rico to the U.S. to attend the Carlisle Indian School in 1901. He writes about how sad he was to leave his mother, about the journey over, and about the school itself. He dislikes the school and, as a Puerto Rican of Spanish descent, he feels out of place among Native Americans, so after one year he leaves to attend the Bloomsburg Normal School. In 1905, however, the Carlisle Indian School allows him to graduate with his class.

GLC09565.18

08 December, 1943

Augsberger, Richard C., 1923-1997

Autograph letter signed

Title: To Ardena Mae Fouts

Augsberger writes that Christmas is coming, and reminisces about last year's Christmas. He expresses how much he wishes he could be at home with Ardena this year. He asks if she has received the handkerchief he sent to her. Augsberger requests that she tell him when she has gotten it so he can know how long it took to cross the Atlantic. He writes that he misses her very much, especially on cold nights and recalls how they used to cuddle up in his car to get warm.

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