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Original period four-page White House press release issued on November 21, 1963, containing President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a testimonial dinner honoring Congressman Albert Thomas at the Coliseum in Houston, Texas. Measuring 8.5 x 14” per page, the release was distributed by the Office of the White House Press Secretary and is marked “As Actually Delivered,” preserving Kennedy’s remarks exactly as spoken during the first day of his final trip to Texas.

Near fine condition.

Delivered the evening before his assassination, Kennedy’s speech praised longtime Texas Congressman Albert Thomas for his public service and leadership while discussing national progress, economic growth, and America’s expanding role in the Space Race. Kennedy specifically highlighted the nation’s upcoming space achievements, noting that the United States would soon launch the largest booster in history and emphasizing Houston’s critical role in the American space program. The address reflects the optimism and forward-looking vision that characterized the Kennedy presidency during its final hours.

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