Scope and Contents ADLAI E. STEVENSON PROJECT Arvey discusses his experiences in Illinois politics during his tenure as chairman of the Cook County Democratic Committee (1946-51) and as Democratic National Committeeman. He recalls his relationship with Adlai Stevenson, Stevenson's presidential campaigns of 1952 and 1956, his gubernatorial administration, support for Stevenson within the party, and the patronage system. Arvey also discusses his own political philosophy and family background. 60 pp....

Scope and Contents ADLAI E. STEVENSON PROJECT Dr. Graebel, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Spring-field, recalls his relationship with Adlai Stevenson II, Stevenson's political career, entertaining at the governor's mansion, Stevenson as a member of the congregation, services held at the church and its role in the history of Springfield. He also discusses Stevenson's work at the United Nations, his reaction to the Bay of Pigs incident, the final months of his life and his funeral. 42...

Scope and Contents ADLAI E. STEVENSON PROJECT Adlai E. Stevenson III discusses his father, Adlai E. Stevenson II: his administration as Governor of Illinois; position at the United Nations; relationship to President Kennedy; political strategies; the 1960 Democratic Convention; and his father's death and funeral. He discusses growing up: his mother, health, his brothers, the family home in Libertyville, Illinois, family attitudes, helping his father on the campaign trail, and his own political career....