Official Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-09-27
Official memorandum
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 executive. In addition the memorandum urges Texans to participate in this tribute to Eisenhower.
"Official Memorandum Shivers 1956-09-27," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-09-27
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-01-27
Press memorandum
A press memorandum from Allan Shivers discussing a letter sent to Virginia Governor Stanley and his interest in "interposition." The memorandum states that Shivers appointed a fifteen-member committee to study the issue from a "legal and educational standpoint."
"Press memorandum 1956-01-27," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-01-27
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-08-31 Part II
Press memorandum
The Governor’s orders sending the Texas Rangers to Mansfield High School to keep the peace on August 31, 1956. The presence of Texas Rangers would ensure the failure of integration in Mansfield. Rather than enforce court orders on integration, Governor Shivers justified his actions as ensuring peace in Mansfield and allowing time for a possible appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court in staying integration orders.
"Press Memorandum Shivers 1956-08-31," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin
1956-08-31
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-08-31 Part I
Press memorandum
A press memorandum from Allan Shivers that discusses receiving a telegram from L. Clifford Davis. The memorandum states that the Governor's Office has not received any request for assistance from the Tarrant County sheriff. In addition the memorandum states that Shivers is "not inclined" to move state officers at the call of affiliates to the NAACP.
"Press Memorandum Shivers 1956-08-31," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-08-31
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-10-30
Press memorandum
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 the President's accomplishments.
"Press memorandum 1956-10-30," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-10-30
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-02-23
Press memorandum
Shivers proposed a referendum to Texas voters on the question of interposition by means of a constitutional amendment.
"Press memorandum Shivers 1956-02-23," Box 532, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-02-23
Press Memorandum Allan Shivers 1956-04-12
Press memorandum
Shivers philosophy on states’ rights stressed the need to assert the power of the people in contrast to the growth of the federal government. The federal government had been acting against the wishes of many Texans which pressured Shivers to reaffirm his strong stance on states’ rights.
"Press memorandum Shivers 1956-04-12," Box 523, Texas Governor Allan Shivers, Texas State Library and Archives Commission at Austin.
1956-04-12