November 6, 1940 "HYDE PARK, Tuesday—This is Election Day and I have been told with great firmness to get my column in early because the telegraph wires into New York City will soon be busy with election news. Of course, nothing authentic in the way of election returns can come in until the late afternoon, … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 1-7
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This Week in Roosevelt History: November 1-7
November 7, 1944: FDR is re-elected for a fourth term as president. Franklin D. Roosevelt is re-elected for a fourth term as President. November 10, 1944 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 72-18377A.
This Week in Roosevelt History: October 22-31
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).
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
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