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Letter by Attorney General Brownell in 1956.
Letter from Brownell to Vice President Nixon calling an expansion of civil rights.
Telegram Dwight Eisenhower to Allan Shivers 1952-10-03
A telegram from Dwight Eisenhower to Allan Shivers thanking him for a speech in Eisenhower's favor and support in his presidential campaign. In addition the telegram invites Shivers to Eisenhower's birthday at San Antonio.
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-10-30
The two press memorandums from Allan Shivers discusses the presentation of an autographed portrait of President Eisenhower. In addition the second press memorandum displays disappointment that Eisenhower had to cancel a speech in Dallas and praises…
Official Statement Allan Shivers 1955-09-18
Shivers’ endorsement of President Eisenhower for reelection in 1956. Eisenhower’s support for the Texas tidelands claim, along with his stance on separation of powers and states’ rights, ensured Shivers’ endorsement in 1952 and 1956.
Official Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-09-27
An official memorandum from Allan Shivers designating October 13, 1956 as "Ike Day," in celebration of President Dwight Eisenhower. The memorandum compliments Eisenhower's achievements and praises him for being the only Texas who has served as chief…
Official Statement Allan Shivers 1952-10-22
Shivers’ support for Eisenhower demonstrated his desire to place political issues before party loyalty. Supporting a Republican for president was controversial, but helped reaffirm Shivers’ stance on conservative principles and states’ rights.
Clint Murchison to Allan Shivers 1952-10-07
A letter from Clint Murchison to Allan Shivers confirming that 600,000 copies of The Daily Texan were sent to "every rural route box in Texas." The newspaper highlights the support Texans have for Dwight Eisenhower and indicates a strong movement by…
Mamie Eisenhower to Allan Shivers 1956-10-06
A letter from President Eisenhower's wife, Mamie, to Shivers thanking him for telegrams sent to the President. She states that President Eisenhower is poor health but "feeling stronger."
Dwight Eisenhower to Allan Shivers 1953-07-21
Dwight D. Eisenhower responds to Allan Shivers concerns on the Supreme Court case (Brown v. Board of Education). Eisenhower assures Shivers that his concerns have been acknowledged.
Dwight Eisenhower to Allan Shivers 1955-07-06
A letter from President Eisenhower to Allan Shivers thanking him for the letter concerning his wedding anniversary.