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Received from James Michael Wine of Linden, VA, in August 1993 (Acc. 1993-061).
September 1993.
Asher Jackson, 2005.
James Wilmer Wine Jr. was born in Huntington, West Virginia, on October 1, 1918. He attended the University of Kentucky where he received his A.B. and LL.B. degrees. Wine served as an officer in the United States Army during World War II; after the war he continued his service in the reserves, holding the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. In 1945, Wine began the practice of law in Pikeville, Kentucky. During his early career, he served the state of Kentucky in several positions: City Attorney of Pikeville, Pike County Judge, Kentucky Special Circuit Judge, and United States Commissioner of the Eastern District. Wine left his law practice in 1958 to become Vice President of Park College in Parkville, Missouri. He was appointed Associate General Secretary of the National Council of Churches one year later. He resigned from the Council to head the Community Relations Division of the Democratic National Committee during the presidential campaign of 1960. Wine was appointed Ambassador to Luxembourg in the spring of 1961; from 1962-1964 he served as Ambassador to the Republic of the Ivory Coast. In 1966, he was named a special assistant to Secretary of State Dean Rusk, and again worked as a political strategist during Sen. Robert F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign. James Wine spent the balance of his career in Washington D.C., first serving as counsel to the International Bank, and then returning to private practice from 1981 until his death in 1990.
The Personal Papers of James W. Wine Jr. document his participation in John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign and his subsequent career as Ambassador to Luxembourg and the Ivory Coast. The collection is arranged into two series: Campaign Files and Ambassadorial Files.
Arranged alphabetically by type of record.
This series consists of correspondence, statements, and news clippings regarding John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign. James Wine worked with the Kennedy campaign specifically to resolve the voting public’s concerns about electing a Catholic president - a problem that became known as the religious question. Many of the correspondents are Protestant religious leaders who supported the Kennedy campaign.
This folder consists of various agendas for James Wine during Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign. Of note is the agenda for Senator John F. Kennedy's National Conference on Constitutional Rights and American Freedom.
This folder consists of brief biographies and mailing lists for religious leaders of various faiths. Of note is a letter from Cardinal Francis Spellman to James Wine, religious advisor to Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign.
This folder consists of news clippings concerning religious issues, the prospect of a Catholic president, and Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign. Of note is a Democratic National Committee pamphlet containing quotes by Senator Kennedy regarding various religious matters.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, religious advisor to Senator John F. Kennedy, and various individuals containing expressions of public opinion in response to James Wine's support of Senator Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign. Also included are memoranda and letters between Harold C. McKinney, Director of General Operations for the Michigan Council of Churches; Ted Sorensen, staff assistant to Senator Kennedy; and James Wine concerning religious issues and strategic planning on Senator Kennedy's campaign.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, religious advisor to Senator John F. Kennedy, and various individuals containing expressions of public opinion in response to James Wine's support of Senator Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign. Of note is a handwritten memorandum from Jacqueline Kennedy, wife of Senator Kennedy, to Robert F. Kennedy pertaining to Reverend Austin Pardue, Archbishop of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Also included are statements on the role of religion in the 1960 presidential campaign and a memorandum on Senator Kennedy's relationship with the Jewish community.
This folder consists of press releases concerning religious issues, Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign, and the prospect of a Catholic president. Of note is a letter to Bishop Richard Emrich regarding religious affiliation and the concern for religious block voting. Also included is a booklet on the rules of the Democratic Party dated May 27, 1952.
This folder contains a draft statement on the history of religion in the United States, and memoranda and pamphlets concerning civil rights and religious issues within the 1960 presidential campaign.
This folder contains drafts of statements for the management of religious issues within Senator John F. Kennedy's 1960 presidential campaign and James W. Wine's resignation letter to the National Council of Churches.
Arranged alphabetically by subject.
This series contains correspondence, photographs, and other documents relating to James Wine’s appointments as Ambassador to Luxembourg and Ambassador to Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast).
This folder consists of statements and speeches made by James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast, primarily concerning the one year anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's death, and a review of the film, "Years of Lighting, Day of Drums." Also included is a press release regarding the gift of a canal dredge to the city of Abidjan from the United States of America. This folder contains some French-language material.
This folder contains materials concerning United States Ambassador James W. Wine's appointments to Luxembourg and the Ivory Coast, including ceremonial details for his presentation of credentials. Also included are photographs of Ambassador Wine and his family. This folder contains some French-language materials.
This folder consist of black and white photographs of United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast James W. Wine and various other individuals in the Ivory Coast. Of note are three images of President of the Ivory Coast Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to Luxembourg, and various individuals primarily expressing congratulations on his appointment as Ambassador to Luxembourg. Of note is correspondence between Ambassador Wine and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, and copies of outgoing letters to President John F. Kennedy.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to Luxembourg, and various individuals primarily expressing congratulations on his appointment as Ambassador to Luxembourg. Also included is correspondence between Ambassador Wine and B.F. (Boyd Frederick) Reed, owner of Turner-Elkhorn Mining Company, concerning invitations to the Ambassador for speaking engagements in Kentucky.
This folder primarily consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to Luxembourg, and various individuals, including Robert "Sarge" Shriver, expressing congratulations on his appointment as Ambassador to Luxembourg. Also included are proclamations for United States holidays by President John F. Kennedy, and commemorative speeches made by Ambassador Wine.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to Luxembourg, and various individuals, primarily expressing congratulations on his appointment as Ambassador to Luxembourg. Also included is correspondence between Ambassador Wine and R. Norris Wilson, Executive Vice President of the United States Committee for Refugees.
This folder consists of materials concerning James W. Wine relinquishing his post as United States Ambassador to Luxembourg. Also included are notes on diplomacy and the United States in the Ivory Coast.
This folder contains correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast (formerly U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg); William R. Rivkin, U.S. Ambassador to Luxembourg; and Joan M. Clark, administrative officer for the American Embassy in Luxembourg.
This folder consists of correspondence between James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast, and various individuals. Of note is a letter of congratulations to Ambassador Wine from Minnesota Senator Hubert H. Humphrey.
This folder contains letters and press releases concerning the appointment of James W. Wine as United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast (formerly Ambassador to Luxembourg). Of note is a telegram and letter to Ambassador Wine from President John F. Kennedy and a tentative itinerary for a visit to the United States by Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg. Also included are various documents describing key facts and background information on the Ivory Coast.
This folder contains correspondence between various individuals and James W. Wine, United States Ambassador to the Ivory Coast (formerly Ambassador to Luxembourg). Of note is a letter from President Lyndon B. Johnson to Ambassador Wine. Also included is the program for President John F. Kennedy's memorial service in the Ivory Coast.
Nine (9) black-and-white photographic prints of James Wine on his visit to the Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire)
Seven (7) 5" x 7"
Two (2) 8" x 10"
Three (3) 8" x 10" black-and-white matte photographic proofs: two head shots of James Wine, and one portrait of Ambassador Wine and his family.