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Democratic Candidates' Campaign Conference Schedule, undated
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001357
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Schedule of events for the Democratic Candidates' Campaign Conference in July 1962. Red checkmarks may denote events of interest to Jack Brooks or his staff.
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Title
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Handwritten notes, [February 1968]
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002380
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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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1968-02
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Handwritten notes discussing individuals important to Dolph Briscoe's campaign for Governor of Texas during the 1968 primary. Briscoe lost in 1968, but ran again in 1972 and was elected Governor.
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The Houston Chronicle voters guide questionnaire - general election, 1972
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002200
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Topic
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Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1972
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Copy of Jack Brooks's answers to the Houston Chronicle's voters guide questionnaire.
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Identification card of Jack Brooks for the Democratic National Convention, 1976
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001292
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1976
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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 identification card for the 1976 Democratic National Convention in New York City. It includes his picture and signature. Brooks is designated as a "Hall of Fame" passholder with VIP lounge access.
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Introduction of Senator Ralph Yarborough by Congressman Jack Brooks, Yarborough appreciation dinner, July 23, 1964, Beaumont
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002364
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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. Senate., Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1964-07-23
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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A typed copy of a speech delivered by Jack Brooks in Beaumont, TX at an event honoring Senator Ralph Yarborough. The speech includes handwritten names and underlinings. Brooks puts his support behind Yarborough in the upcoming election and highlights the importance of Congressional support for President Lyndon B. Johnson's agenda.
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Issues that the press might ask Jack Brooks, October 20, 1988
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001661
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Gun control
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Dates
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1988-10-20
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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A list of key issues with handwritten notes pertaining to the 1988 Presidential Election and Jack Brooks's opinion on those issues and the candidates. In his answers, Brooks criticizes the Reagan-Bush Administration and demonstrates his support for Governor Mike Dukakis and Senator Lloyd Bentsen. The list of issues includes: The Economy; Trade Deficit; Budget Deficit; Election Polls; Social Security; Gun Control; Crime; National Defense; Central America.
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Letter from a supporter to Jack Brooks, May 10, 1995
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002373
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Contributor
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1995-05-10
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Richard J. Phelps of Quincy, MA lamenting Jack Brooks's loss in the 1994 election and disappointment with Steve Stockman who won the seat.
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Title
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Letter from Democratic National Congressional Committee to Congresspeople, June 29, 1962
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001354
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Contributor
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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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1962-06-29
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Invitation from Michael Kirwan, Chairman of the Democratic National Congressional Committee, regarding the program of an upcoming conference.
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Letter from Ed Edmondson to Jack Brooks, July 10, 1962.
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001086
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Creator
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Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
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Contributor
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1962-07-10
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Form letter from Ed Edmondson soliciting responses from congressmembers to notify the committee of their availability for campaign appearances and speeches.
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Letter from Hubert Humphrey to Jack Brooks, January 5, 1972
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001265
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Creator
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Humphrey, Hubert H. (Hubert Horatio), 1911-1978
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Contributor
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1972-01-05
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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A letter announcing former Vice President Hubert Humphrey's candidacy for President. Humphrey asks Jack Brooks for advice and support.
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Letter from Hubert Humphrey to Jack Brooks, May 24, 1968
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001606
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Creator
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Humphrey, Hubert H. (Hubert Horatio), 1911-1978
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Contributor
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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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1968-05-24
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Vice President Hubert Humphrey thanks Jack Brooks for campaigning for him at the Oil, Chemical, and Atomic Workers International Union Meeting, describing him as the "best salesman" he has. Humphrey was running for president in the Democratic presidential primary.
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Letter from Hubert Humphrey to Jack Brooks, November 25, 1968
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001607
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Creator
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Humphrey, Hubert H. (Hubert Horatio), 1911-1978
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Contributor
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1968-11-25
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Vice President Hubert Humphrey thanks Jack Brooks for all of his work campaigning for Humphrey in his district during the 1968 presidential election, lamenting his loss of the election.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to a constituent, April 17, 1961
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001077
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Elections, Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1961-04-17
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Jack Brooks's office replying to constituent Harriett Becker. Brooks thanks Becker for her support and expounds on the life of a Congressman and the many people who believe their support of him entitles them to special treatment. He discusses the upcoming election and the opposition he feels he is facing from people who feel he did not provide them with the special treatment they desired. Similar letter sent to other constituent correspondents.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to a supporter, May 24, 1995
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Identifier
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camh-dob-002372
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1995-05-24
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Copy of a letter sent by Jack Brooks in reply to Richard J. Phelps of Quincy, MA regarding his loss in the 1994 election and the impact of the media on the race.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Chairman of the Democratic National Congressional Committee, July 3, 1962
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001353
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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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1962-07-03
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Jack Brooks responding to an invitation from Michael Kirwan, Chairman of the Democratic National Congressional Committee, regarding an upcoming conference and Brooks's views on the issues his voters were concerned about.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Ed Edmondson, July 17, 1962.
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001085
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Contributor
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Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
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Topic
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Political Campaigns, Elections
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Dates
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1962-07-17
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Reply from Brooks to fellow congressman Ed Edmondson regarding the 1962 midterm election and his campaigning for candidates up and down the ticket in his district.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Ed Edmondson, July 17, 1962.
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001497
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Contributor
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Edmondson, Edmond Augustus, 1919-1990
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1962-07-17
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Ed Edmondson, congressman from Oklahoma, turning down an invitation to speak on behalf of other candidates. Brooks announces his intention to focus on the Second District and describes his work in flipping the district from majority Eisenhower to majority Kennedy.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Edward Brooks and family, November 2, 1963.
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001565
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Creator
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Brooks, Jack, 1922-2012
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Contributor
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Brooks, Edward
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Topic
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Democratic party (U.S.), Political Campaigns
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Dates
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1963-11-02
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Jack Brooks to his brother and family detailing Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson's visit to Beaumont and other news.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to local political figure, January 29, 1962
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001496
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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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1962-01-29
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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Letter from Brooks to J.W. Carson encouraging him to remain in his position as precinct chairman in Groves, TX. Brooks discusses party dynamics ahead of the 1962 election.
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Letter from Jack Brooks to Senators and Congressmen who lost re-election, November 24, 1956
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Identifier
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camh-dob-001047
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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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1956-11-24
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Resource
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Jack B. Brooks papers
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Description
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A carbon copy of a letter to Senators and Congressmen who are not returning to office. Jack Brooks requests leftover materials such as yearbooks and notes that the Eisenhower win may encourage Republican opposition in the 1958 election.