- Studtman Photo Service, 19th & Lavaca, Austin (x)
- Broadside collection, Eberstadt collection (x)
- circa 1950-1960 (x)
- Speeches (documents) (x)
- 1974-01-17 (x)
- Democratic party (U.S.) (x)
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Title
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Draft of introductory remarks delivered by Jack Brooks for Dolph Briscoe at the Texas AFL-CIO COPE convention, March 3, 1972
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001374
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1972-03-03
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Box
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2007-255/267
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Folder
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33
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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During Dolph Briscoe's campaign for Governor of Texas, Jack Brooks introduced him at the Texas AFL-CIO convention. The speech is annotated by Brooks.
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Title
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Excerpts from an address by Leonard W. Hall, Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Before the Texas-Oklahoma Kiwanis Convention at Houston, Texas, October 13, 1953
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001422
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Creator
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Hall, Leonard W. (Leonard Wood), 1900-1979
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Topic
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United States. Congress, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Box
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2007-255/12
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Folder
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7.19
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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The speech discusses accusations made by Republican Party members regarding what they saw as the Communist leanings of Democratic Congressmen.
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Introduction of Congressman Craig Washington, January 23, 1990
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001491
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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United States. Congress. House, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1990-01-23
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Box
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2007-255/662
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Folder
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11
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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During the Opening Day of the Second Session of the 101st Congress, Jack Brooks, Dean of the Texas delegation, officially introduces the House of Representatives to Craig Washington, the newest member of Congress who had been elected by Texas' 18th District.
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Introduction of President Jimmy Carter, dedication of the Jack Brooks federal building, U.S. post office and courthouse, Beaumont, Texas, Saturday, June 24, 1978
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001555
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1978-06-24
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Box
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2007-255/436
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Folder
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Speeches 1978
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks introduces President Jimmy Carter at the dedication of a federal building named in Brooks's honor. Brooks notes that Carter had won the support of a majority of voters in the 9th Congressional District and in the state of Texas.
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Introduction of Vice President Lyndon Johnson, By Congressman Jack Brooks, Brooks Farm, Jasper County, September 29, 1963
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001528
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Legislation
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Dates
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1963-09-29
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Box
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2007-255/139
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Folder
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LBJ Visit 9-28+29-63
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks introduces Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson at his family farm in Jasper. In this speech, Brooks commends Johnson for his help securing the legislation for the Sam Rayburn Dam.
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Remarks by Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, South Texas State Fair Grounds, Beaumont, Texas, Saturday, September 28, 1963
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001529
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Creator
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Johnson, Lyndon Baines, 1908-1973
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), United States. Congress
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Dates
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1963-09-28
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Box
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2007-255/139
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Folder
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LBJ Visit 9-28+29-63
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Official speech delivered by Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson during his visit to the 2nd Congressional District of Texas, represented by Jack Brooks. Johnson compliments Jack Brooks on his work as the area's congressman and notes that Brooks and his wife Charlotte have been close friends to the Johnsons. The speech addresses the ongoing developments of the Cold War and includes sections titled, "Strength of Free Men," "The Reason for the Change," "Unity and Survival," "First Step," "American Leadership," and "Hopeful Times."
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, business agents of building trades unions, Beaumont, Texas, Wednesday, October 25, 1978
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001557
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1978-10-25
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Box
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2007-255/436
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Folder
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Speeches 1978
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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A campaign speech ahead of the 1978 election in which Jack Brooks thanks the members of the Building Trades Unions for their continued support. He criticizes the policies of the Republican Party and urges the audience to vote on election day, as their votes elect Democrats to statewide offices.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Democratic rally, Port Arthur, Texas, Tuesday, October 31, 1978
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001553
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1978-10-31
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Box
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2007-255/436
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Folder
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Speeches 1978
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's speech, with handwritten edits, at a Democratic Rally in Port Arthur, one week before election day. Brooks highlights the values and progress of the Democratic Party and encourages people to vote for their Democratic candidates. He emphasizes that strong turnout can lead to Democratic victories. Brooks notes that he has served as their Representative for twenty-six years and encourages them to vote for him so he can continue serving them in Congress.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Galveston Chamber of Commerce, Tuesday, January 21, 1969
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002556
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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United States. Congress. House, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1969-01-21
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Box
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2007-255/194
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Folder
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Speeches, Jan-March 1969
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Remarks delivered by Jack Brooks touching on the beginning of a new era of government under President Richard Nixon.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Jefferson County Democratic convention, City Auditorium, Beaumont, Texas, Saturday, May 10, 1980
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002356
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1980-05-10
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Box
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2007-255/483
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Folder
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Brooks - Speeches, 1980
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Typed copy of a speech delivered by Jack Brooks at the Jefferson County Democratic convention after the primary election. Brooks warns of the dangers of being taken in by Ronald Reagan and the staff around him and urges his audience to campaign for the general election.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Lamar University, Beaumont, Commencement Exercises, Beaumont, Texas, May 20, 1995
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Identifier
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camh-dob-000989
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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United States. Congress, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1995-05-20
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Box
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2007-255/746
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Folder
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8
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's commencement speech at Lamar University discussing the highlights of his career, including working with Dolph Briscoe to make Lamar a four-year college, and working with Sam Rayburn and Lyndon B. Johnson in Congress.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, luncheon for Dolph Briscoe, Galveston, Texas, May 19, 1972
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002425
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1972-05-19
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Box
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2007-255/249
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Folder
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215.8
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Speech delivered by Jack Brooks on the campaign trail for Dolph Briscoe.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, nomination of the Honorable Jim Wright as Majority Leader, U.S. House of Representatives, December 4, 1978
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001554
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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United States. Congress. House, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1978-12-04
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Box
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2007-255/436
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Folder
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Speeches 1978
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's speech before Congress commending Jim Wright on his work as a legislator and leader. Brooks's speech was to re-nominate Wright as House Majority Leader, a position he had held since January 3, 1977.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Sabine Area Central Labor Council meeting, OCAW Local 4-228, October 30, 1974
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001730
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Labor unions, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1974-10-30
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Box
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2007-255/302
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Folder
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254.1
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Speech given by Jack Brooks to union members in his district highlighting the Democratic Party's pro-labor record and asking those present to vote for him and other Democratic candidates. OCAW was the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers union.
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Remarks of Congressman Jack Brooks, Tribute in His Honor, Port Arthur, Texas, Saturday, May 20, 1995
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Identifier
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camh-dob-000994
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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United States. Congress. House, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1995-05-20
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Box
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2007-255/746
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Folder
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8
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's remarks with handwritten notes expressing gratitude to his friends, colleagues, and family in attendance. Brooks focuses on his successful career with his colleagues and his concern about single-issue voting happening in the United States. He concludes by expressing gratitude to his family, including his children, Jeb, Kate, and Kimberly, and particularly his wife, Charlotte, for their support and understanding throughout his career.
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Remarks of Hon[orable] Jack Brooks, Nick Lampson Fund Raiser, Tuesday, November 18, 1997
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Identifier
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camh-dob-000987
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1997-11-18
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Box
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2007-255/746
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Folder
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7
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's speech with handwritten notes reminiscing about his career in Congress and thanking people for donating and raising money for Nick Lampson's re-election campaign.
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Remarks of Honorable Jack Brooks, Press Conference, Jeff[erson] County Dem[ocratic] Headquarters, Thursday, September 5, 1996
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Identifier
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camh-dob-000985
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1996-09-05
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Box
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2007-255/746
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Folder
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7
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's endorsement of Nick Lampson in the election against incumbent Steve Stockman and denouncement of Republican efforts to interfere with and distort the race against Lampson.
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Remarks of Jack Brooks introducing Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson at the South Texas State Fairgrounds, September 28, 1963
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001525
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.)
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Dates
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1963-09-28
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Box
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2007-255/139
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Folder
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LBJ Visit 9-28+29-63
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Finalized speech of an earlier version [camh-dob-001312] with handwritten notes and edits. In his speech, Brooks introduces Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson and Second Lady Lady Bird Johnson, calling Johnson a "long-time friend" to Southeast Texas. He highlights Johnson's accomplishments. Johnson became President fifty-five days later when John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas on November 22, 1963.
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Statement of Congressman Jack Brooks before the Democratic Caucus, Wednesday, June 23, 1976
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001291
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), United States. Congress. House
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Dates
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1976-06-23
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Box
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2007-255/359
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Folder
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289.1
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Jack Brooks's official statement before the Democratic Caucus offering his opinion on the Task Force on Accounts' recommendations for reducing government costs and inefficiencies. This statement combines elements of his earlier drafts [items camh-dob-001285 and camh-dob-001286].