(PRESIDENTS 1963) Kennedy John F Advance press copy of the

Sale 2533 - Lot 195

Unsold

Estimate: $ 500 - $ 750

(PRESIDENTS--1963.) Kennedy, John F. Advance press copy of the speech Kennedy was to deliver on the day of his assassination. 5 mimeographed pages, 14 x 8 1/2 inches, bound with one staple; horizontal fold, minimal wear. Austin, TX, 22 November 1963

Set Alert for Similar Items

Additional Details

Kennedy was assassinated while on his way to meet with Texan Democratic leaders in Dallas. Offered here is the text of the speech he was never able to deliver, titled "Remarks of the President to the Texas Democratic State Committee, the Municipal Auditorium, Austin, Texas, November 22, 1963." It is headed "for release at 8:00 P.M., EST." The speech traces the long history between the Democratic Party and Texas, going back to the granting of statehood.