Librería: Seth Kaller Inc., White Plains, NY, Estados Unidos de AmericaSeth Kaller Inc.
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EUR 1102,91
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Typed Letter Signed, to Arthur F. Bukowski, January 28, 1950, Washington, D.C. 2 pp., 8 x 10 1/2 in. On Fords Congressional letterhead. This fascinating letter by freshman Congressman and future president Gerald R. Ford to a Catholic college president in Michigan defends his early record on civil rights legislation."Personally, I have lived by and believe in the fundamental principle of equality of opportunity regardless of race, color or creed. I am in favor of such a policy for all citizens and will cooperate to accomplish that objective by the most practical and effective methods." Excerpts"I have your telegram referring to the proposed FEPC legislation and the basic issue of civil rights legislation generally. At the outset, let me apologize for failing to respond as promptly as I would like, but in the last week the House of Representatives has been in constant parliamentary turmoil and as a result I have been unable to attend to my correspondence.""Personally, I have lived by and believe in the fundamental principle of equality of opportunity regardless of race, color or creed. I am in favor of such a policy for all citizens and will cooperate to accomplish that objective by the most practical and effective methods.""Since my election, on the legislative level I have voted for the anti-poll tax proposal and also supported the anti-discrimination amendment to a Coast Guard auxiliary bill. In the future I expect to favor anti-lynching legislation if and when it comes to the floor of the House for consideration and in the meantime I will favor any other sound legislative proposals aimed at correcting basic inequalities in our country."".all measures should have a fair hearing on the House floor. I now hope that Speaker Rayburn will not, for any purpose, - political or otherwise, abuse this wide authority and discretion. I am willing and anxious to be recorded on any and all proposals and I do not want the Committee on Rules or Mr. Rayburn to deny me that opportunity.""The so-called Powell bill as reported out of committee, goes too far too soon. It is my understanding that certain amendments will be offered to the Powell bill which will modify it to conform to what is a practical approach at the present time. If certain amendments are approved by the House, I will favor the legislation on final passage.""In the meantime, it behooves all of us to cooperate with all individuals and groups who are sincerely attempting to remedy all injustices that presently exist." Historical BackgroundCongressman Gerald R. Ford Jr. won election to represent Michigan's 5th district, located in the western part of the lower peninsula, in November 1948 and took office in January 1949.President Franklin D. Roosevelt created the Fair Employment Practice Committee (FEPC) in 1941 to implement his executive order banning racial discrimination in employment by federal agencies and all companies engaged in war-related work. With the end of World War II, Congress ordered the FEPC to cease operations by June 1946. In 1948, President Harry S. Truman sent a civil rights package to Congress that called for a permanent FEPC to address institutionalized racism in employment, but Congress refused to pass it.In this letter, Ford expresses his hope that Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn (1882-1961), a longtime Democrat from Texas, would allow civil rights bills to come to the floor of the House for discussion. He also refers to a bill introduced by Democratic Congressman Adam Clayton Powell Jr. (1908-1972) of New York. Powell's bill would revive the FEPC and had the support of the Truman administration. It prohibited employers of more than fifty persons and labor unions with more than fifty members in any industry engaged in interstate commerce from discriminating in employment or membership based on race, religion, color, national origin, or ancestry. Republican Senator Robert A. Taft (1889-1953) of Ohio favored a volun. (See website for full description).…
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Detalles bibliográficos
- Título
- Gerald Ford Defends His Early Commitment to Civil Rights
- Autor
- GERALD R. FORD
- Año de publicación
- 1950
- Estado
- Fine
- Tipo de libro
- Typed Letter Signed
- Encuadernación
- No binding
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About the Seller Since 1988, I have been the largest buyer of important content American historic documents. Thousands of documents I have handled are in museum collections, including the Emancipation Proclamation and 13th Amendments acquired for the Lincoln Museum of Fort Wayne, Indiana, now on display in the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. I am a member of the Board of Trustees of the Manuscript Society, and a member of the ABAA. References are available upon request. Starting Your Own Collection We have the expertise necessary to acquire individual items, or build a personalized collection for you. We can inspire you by creating a unique link to the historical figures, events or ideas that inspire you. Seth Kaller Inc. can handle or coordinate each aspect of the process such as: Pre-acquisition research, Physical inspection and purchasing, Auction representation, Authentication, Inventory and accounting reports, Conservation, Framing and display, and Collection management. Museum Quality\Private Ownership Most people know that markets exist for Impressionist paintings, fine English antiques, or rare coins. However, the field of historic documents has long been quietly dominated by a select few: J.P. Morgan, Henry Huntington, Malcolm Forbes. This is changing as more collectors discover the satisfaction of a personal, unique connection with history. Achieve Immortality! Become associated with your favorite museum, library, university or historical society. Important properties can be loaned for exhibition, placed on deposit or donated outright, to insure their survival for generations to come. We can handle all the arrangements for you, including working with tax attorneys and accountants, and coordinating insurance, transit, and proper acknowledgment. …
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American History, Civil War, Revolutionary War, African American History, Presidents, Judaica, Maps, Declaration of Independence, SlaveryMiembro de asociación
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Seth Kaller Inc.
235 Main St. Ste. 510
White Plains, NY Estados Unidos de America 10601
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Will Steere
Seth Kaller Inc. (S-Corp)
235 Main Street
Suite 510
White Plains, NY 10601
914-289-1776
info@sethkaller.com
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