October 24, 1945: The United Nations officially came into existence as its charter took effect. Eleanor Roosevelt speaking at the UN. November 3, 1946 FDR Library Photo Collection. Npx. 56-480(1).
Month: October 2010
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 22-31
October 23, 1944 "HYDE PARK, Sunday—Yesterday I accompanied my husband on his trip around New York. It is a long time since we have done anything of this kind. In spite of the bad weather, it was an interesting experience, and I was glad that the President had this stimulating drive and could attend the … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 22-31
Public Forum this Sunday
Sunday, October 24, 2010 1935 AND THE ENDURING NEW DEAL: The Works Progress Administration and the Rural Electrification Administration Location: Henry A. Wallace Center Time: 2:00 p.m. In honor of the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Social Security Act, the Works Progress Administration, the National Labor Relations Act, and the Rural Electrification Administration, … Continue reading Public Forum this Sunday
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 15-21
October 21, 1960 "NEW YORK—As we watch the Presidential campaign unroll, I wonder how many have noticed one rather interesting change in the modern type of campaign. This was brought to my attention the other day when a young newspaper reporter said to me: "Do you really think that the decision as to a man's … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 15-21
This Week in Roosevelt History: October 15-21
October 15, 1933: FDR gives address on the mobilization for human needs.
This Week in Roosevelt History: October 8-14
October 11, 1884: Eleanor Roosevelt is born in New York City. Picture of a young Eleanor Roosevelt. 1888 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 48-22:4289(2).
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 8-14
October 9, 1950 "HYDE PARK, Sunday—On Friday we met in Committee Three both morning and afternoon, when I tried, entirely without success, to explain to the rest of the committee the position of the United States on long-range and continuing activities to help the needs of children throughout the world. In the case of many … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 8-14
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 1-7
October 4, 1945 "NEW YORK, Wednesday—For a long time I have wanted to draw attention to the remarkable contribution made by the trained nurses of the United States in this war. Just lately I came across an article that gives some figures and facts which I think should reach as many people as possible. Over … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 1-7
This Week in Roosevelt History: October 1-7
October 5, 1937: FDR gives a campaign speech in Chicago calling for a “quarantine” of the aggressor nations. Franklin D. Roosevelt in Chicago, Illinois delivering his "Quarantine Speech." October 5, 1937 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 74-20(489).
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