- Islandora Repository
- Archives and Manuscripts Collections
- Brooks, Jack B., papers
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Appointment calendar, November 1963
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Jack Brooks's personal appointment calendar, notably indicating plans for President John F. Kennedy's tour of Texas, including those on November 22, 1963, when President Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. On the following days, Brooks noted "JFK Body in repose," "JFK Body to Capitol," and "JFK Funeral"., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255/746, Congressional and Political History, Texas History, Jack Brooks legacy project
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Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing, June 27, 1973
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Handwritten notes taken by Jack Brooks during an Appropriations Subcommittee hearing regarding public funds spent on the private homes of President Richard Nixon., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255/210, GA-7-1-3 San Clemente-Key Biscayne BJ's Notes, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks legacy project
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Armed Forces Comptroller, Article by Congressman Jack Brooks, April 1, 1966
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An article written by Congressman Jack Brooks titled "The Growing Use of Electronic Data Processing in Government." In the article Brooks discusses ways that the computer will allow the government to manage social and economic challenges, and the importance of coordination and compatibility across government departments. Brooks also states that Public Law 89-306, which provides "government-wide coordination in acquisition and use of electronic data processing," has been approved by Congress., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-124, Brooks Magazine Articles 1967-1971, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Computers, Legislation, Government Operations
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Article by Congressman Jack Brooks, March 16, 1966
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An article written by Congressman Jack Brooks that discusses the growing use of computers in government, government spending and budgeting, Public Law 89-306, and the problem of compatibility., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-124, Brooks Magazine Articles 1967-1971, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Computers, Legislation, Government Operations
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Article clipping from the Beaumont Enterprise sent from Congressman Charles B. Rangel, entitled ¥Report needs bipartisanship,¥ July 30, 1987
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An article clipping from the Beaumont Enterprise sent in from Congressman Charles B. Rangel. The article details a need for bipartisanship, and has a note attached from Rangel that simply reads ¥for your information.¥, Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-620, 3, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Military History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Iran-Contra Hearings, Inquiries and Investigations, Government Operations
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Article II, Draft, July 27, 1974
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Draft copy of an article of impeachment alleging that President Richard Nixon violated the Constitution by authorizing electronic surveillance with no national security justification and violating the Constitutional rights of citizens. The article also alleges the President conspired to obstruct justice., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255/326, 0.22, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks legacy project
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Article II, pending, Draft 3, Doar, date unclear
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Draft copy of an article of impeachment alleging that President Richard Nixon violated the Constitutional rights of Americans by misusing executive branch agencies and conspiring to obstruct the investigation of his activities. Doar likely refers to John Doar, special counsel to the House Judiciary Committee's impeachment inquiry., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255/326, 0.22, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks legacy project
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Article, undated
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Article about Jack Brooks with an unknown author and unknown date, titled "The Congressman and the Computer." The article states that Congressman Jack Brooks has "carved out a name for himself "as the leading expert and exponent on electronic data processing in Congress." The article outlines efforts made by Brooks regarding computer legislation and modern applications in government and society., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-124, Brooks Magazine Articles 1967-1971, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Computers, Legislation, Government Operations
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Award Acceptance Speech by Congressman Jack Brooks, undated
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An award acceptance speech by Congressman Jack Brooks as he is recognized for his continued support to architectural and enginneering professionals. The attached pink slip includes names of important architects and engineer representatives, Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-124, Brooks Speeches 1965-1974, Congressional and Political History, Texas History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Architects and Engineers, Legislation, Government Operations
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Bill H.R. 404, January 3, 1969
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The bill H.R. 404, which amended the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921, and allows the Comptroller General of the United States to begin establishing information and data processing systems., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-188, 173.15, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Computers, Legislation, Government Operations
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Biographical Sketch of Congressman Jack Brooks, Second District of Texas, undated
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Short biography of Jack Brooks highlighting his work in the Texas House of Representatives as well as the House of Representatives in Washington, D.C. The document is undated, but would have been written between 1962 and 1964. The Texas House of Representatives re-drew Congressional districts effective January 1, 1967 and Brooks began representing the 9th District from that point onwards., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255/16, Biographical Sketch of JB, Congressional and Political History, Jack Brooks legacy project
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Black and white close up photograph of Lt. Col. Oliver North during the Iran-Contra trials, July 1987
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A black and white close up photograph of Lt. Col. Oliver North during the Iran-Contra trials., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-757, 16 - ¥7/87 - Iran Contra Hearings (Oliver North)¥, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Military History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Iran-Contra Hearings, Inquiries and Investigations, Government Operations
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Black and white photo of the press sitting to take pictures during the Iran-Contra trials, 1987
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A black and white photograph of the front of the courtroom during the Iran-Contra trials, focus centered on the press sitting on the floor., Jack B. Brooks papers, 2007-255-757, 14 - ¥1987 - Iran Contra Hearings¥, Texas History, Congressional and Political History, Military History, Jack Brooks digital legacy project, Iran-Contra Hearings, Inquiries and Investigations, Government Operations