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SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – MILITARY COUP IN SOUTH VIETNAM/ DOMENICAN REPUBLIC/ BERLIN 1963



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692. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – MILITARY COUP IN SOUTH VIETNAM/ DOMENICAN REPUBLIC/ BERLIN 1963


4:30; B&W; sound; V-184

AA326; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers comments on the military coup in South Vietnam and the assassination of Vietnamese President Ngo Dinh Diem. He remarks that, “as far as he is aware,” the CIA had nothing to do with Diem’s assassination. The segment contains additional material on the State Department’s refusal to recognize the junta government in the Dominican Republic, a decision Smathers disagrees with. He notes the threat of communism in Latin America and remarks on the tensions with the Russians over West Berlin. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


693. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – MOON RACE/ FOREIGN AID ca. 1960s


4:55; B&W; sound; V-181

AA298; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers responds to Soviet Union Premier Nikita Kruschev’s announcement that Russia is withdrawing from efforts to put a man on the moon. Smathers comments that America will continue working toward that goal. He also discusses a foreign aid bill. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


694. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – PANAMA ca. 1960s


4:33; B&W; sound; V-183

AA319; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers comments on the developing tensions in Panama over disagreements in the Canal Zone. The segment also contains material on President Johnson and the legislative schedule of the Senate. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


695. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – PANAMA/ BUDGET ca. 1960s


4:22; B&W; sound; V-183

AA322; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers comments on the crisis in Panama over the Canal Zone and the progress being made with Panamanian leaders in Washington, D.C.. He commends President Johnson for placing limits on the budget and federal spending. He responds disapprovingly to France’s decision to recognize the communist government in China. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


696. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – POLARIS MISSILE PROGRAM ca. 1960s

4:30; B&W; sound; V-185


AA340; M89-17

Sen. George Smathers introduces Admiral Hayword of the U.S. Navy. Sen. Smathers mentions an approaching deadline for decision in the Berlin crisis. The Admiral exhibits a detailed scale model of the Navy’s new Polaris Missile Submarine. He calls the submarine America’s biggest deterrent against Russia. He also details the submarine’s features and capabilities, clarifying that it is primarily an underwater vehicle. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.




697. SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS – PRESIDENT KENNEDY ASSASSINATION 1963


4:28; B&W; sound; V-183

AA317; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers comments on the nation’s great loss due to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. He recounts his close personal friendship with the president, calling him a great leader and a warm and tender person. He then praises President Lyndon Johnson and recalls his years of close interaction with him in the Senate. He details the personal characteristics that will make President Johnson an ideal president. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


698. Senator George Smathers Reports – President Kennedy’s Trip to Florida 1963


4:45; B&W; sound; V-182

AA311; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers remarks on President Kennedy’s trip to Florida and the speeches he made, including some pertaining to Fidel Castro and Cuba. The segment also includes material on the Alliance for Progress program and relations with Latin America. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.

699. Senator George Smathers Reports – President Kennedy’s trip to Florida/ Latin American Relations ca. 1960s

4:47; B&W; sound; V-181

AA295; M89-17
Sen. George Smathers details President Kennedy’s Florida trip itinerary. He also comments on the Economics Conference in Rio De Janeiro and Argentina’s plans to cancel its oil contracts with the United States. At the conclusion of the segment, he says that he would not accept the position as Senate Majority Leader if nominated due to disagreements with the presidential administration. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


700. Senator George Smathers Reports – Jim Pyle Interview

ca. 1960s


4:36; B&W; sound; V-180

AA282; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers interviews Jim Pyle, the director of the Civil Aeronautics Administration, regarding assignment of air space for use by civil and military aircraft. He briefly mentions the Airport Development Program and the allotment of funding Florida will receive as their share of it. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


701. Senator George Smathers Reports – Railroads ca. 1960s


3:58; B&W; sound; V-184

AA331; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers reports on the poor condition of America’s railroad transportation system and the government’s attempts to help stabilize it. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


702. Senator George Smathers Reports – Recession/Taxes/Vietnam ca. 1960s

4:45; B&W; sound; V-184


AA327; M89-17
Sen. George Smathers responds to former President Truman’s warning of an upcoming recession. He recommends suspending the Investment Tax Credit to help fund Vietnam War expenses. The segment ends with brief remarks on the open housing portion of the civil rights bill. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.


703. Senator George Smathers Reports – Retirement ca. 1960s


9:27; color, sound; V-186

BA228; M89-17


Sen. George Smathers details the benefits of a bill he has introduced in the Senate. The bill will enable self-employed entrepreneurs to establish private pension programs and set aside money for their own retirement. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.




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