Inventory of the L. Mendel Rivers Papers, 1876-1990

A copy of a program for the Masonic play A Rose upon the Altar presented by the Landmark Lodge No. 76 of Charleston, South Carolina, at the Twenty-Second Masonic District Meeting at the Masonic Temple in Florence, South Carolina.

A copy of a program for the 1957 Inauguration Ceremonies of President Eisenhower and Vice-President Nixon.

An invitation for an Appreciation Day Celebration honoring L. Mendel Rivers in Charleston, South Carolina.

A schedule for the visit of the House Sub-Committee on National Airlift to the Lockheed-Georgia Company. L. Mendel Rivers attended as Chairman of the Sub-Committee.

Four copies of programs for a Testimonial Dinner in appreciation of L. Mendel Rivers at the Citadel Military College in Charleston, South Carolina.

A copy of a program for the dedication of the Ben Arnold Memorial Building for the Boys' Club of Greater Columbia. Representative Rivers served as a special speaker at the event.

A copy of a program for the dedication of the United States Post Office "Rivers Annex" in Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers was present to give his remarks.

Two programs for a visit from the Nuclear Ship Savannah to the City of Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers gave a speech at the ceremony.

A copy of a program for the dedication ceremony of Dry Dock Number Five at the Charleston Navy Shipyard. Representative Rivers spoke at the ceremony.

A program for the Mid-Winter Banquet and Military Ball for the Reserve Officers Association. L. Mendel Rivers was honored with a citation as the citizen who contributed the most to national security in 1965.

Two programs for the dedication of a statue to L. Mendel Rivers by the Kiwanis Club of North Charleston, South Carolina.

A copy of a program for the dedication of the Robert Emmet statue on Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, D. C. Also included is a photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing next to the statue.

A copy of a program for the dedication of the Veterans Administration Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers spoke at the ceremony.

Copies of the luncheon and parade programs for the Armed Forces Day celebrations in the City of Torrance, California. Representative Rivers spoke at the luncheon.

A copy of a program for the Honors and Recognition Night for the Coastal Carolina Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Representative Rivers spoke at the event.

A program for the 1966 Democratic Congressional Dinner.

Two copies of the seating list for the Fourth National Air Force Salute at the New York Hilton. Representative Rivers attended as the person of distinction.

Three copies of programs celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Porter-Gaud School in Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers spoke at the ceremony.

A copy of a program for the Fourth Annual Banquet honoring Navy Day with L. Mendel Rivers serving as the guest of honor. Rivers gave an address at the banquet.

A copy of a program for the 21st Annual Banquet of the National Association of Supervisors for the Department of Defense in Pensacola, Florida. Representative Rivers spoke at the banquet.

A copy of a program for a dinner honoring Georgia Representative Robert G. Stephens, Jr. in Atlanta, Georgia. Representative Rivers gave the principal address.

Four copies of programs for an appreciation dinner given in honor of L. Mendel Rivers by the First Congressional District Young Democrats. Representative Rivers gave an address at the dinner.

Copies of programs honoring L. Mendel Rivers with the unveiling of a Congressional portrait in Washington, D. C. Representative Rivers spoke at the event.

Three copies of programs for a luncheon honoring L. Mendel Rivers at the Armed Forces Day Celebration in Greenville, South Carolina. Representative Rivers spoke at the luncheon.

A copy of an address made by L. Mendel Rivers to the Chamber of Commerce in Chester, Pennsylvania. An audio cassette tape containing a recording of the speech can be found in the Rivers Family Collection Mss. 0099.

A copy of the program for the Chairman's Appreciation Banquet put on by the Charleston County Democratic Party. Representative Rivers gave an address at the banquet.

A copy of a program for the Fifth Annual Governor's Dinner in Charleston, South Carolina.

A copy of a program for the 67th National Convention Banquet for the Navy League of the United States at the Sheraton-Park Hotel in Washington, D. C. Representative Rivers gave an address at the banquet.

Four copies of programs for the 1969 Commencement Ceremony at Shelton College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Representative Rivers gave the commencement address and received an honorary degree.

A copy of a program for what appears to be a religious ceremony held at the White House on July 13, 1969.

Two copies of programs for the 14th Annual Beaufort Water Festival in Beaufort, South Carolina. Representative Rivers helped to secure the participation of the "Blue Angels" at the event.

A copy of the program for the 1st Annual Talladega 500 Race in Talladega, Alabama. Including articles concerning L. Mendel Rivers appointment as Commissioner of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR).

Two copies of programs for the groundbreaking of a new naval hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers gave the principal address.

A copy of the program for the formal dedication of the U.S.S. David. Representative Rivers gave the dedication speech.

A copy of the program for the 1970 Avco Classic Pro-Am Dinner at the Pleasant Valley Country Club in Sutton, Massachusetts. Representative Rivers was one of the special guests at the dinner.

A copy of a list of guests at the Flying Display Dinner of the Society of British Aerospace Companies.

Copies of programs for the keel laying of the nuclear-powered guided missile frigate U.S.S. South Carolina. Representative Rivers gave the closing remarks. The quotation on the plaque attached to the keel of the U.S.S. South Carolina was taken from a speech titled "The Soviet Threat" by L. Mendel Rivers. As reported in The Congressional Record of September 28, 1970. Also included is a copy of the speech given by Senator J. Strom Thurmond at the ceremony.

Three copies of a program for the Air Force Association's presentation of the Distinguished American Award to L. Mendel Rivers.

Copy of An Armed Forces Service program for a service held at the Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul in Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers spoke some of the opening sentences.

A copy of the November 19th illustrated weekly Pantomime.

A copy of the junior newspaper My Weekly Reader for the week of January 4-8 1937.

A copy of a campaign leaflet for Alfred H. von Kolnitz. Alfred von Kolnitz was L. Mendel Rivers' rival in the Democratic Primary for the First Congressional District of South Carolina.

A copy of the Pictorial Directory of the War Congress, 78th Congress 2nd Session.

A copy of an article entitled, "A Charleston Institution," concerning Fort Sumter Hotel owner John Cator.

A copy of the National Park Service Historical Handbook, Fort Sumter by Frank Barnes.

An oversized copy of LIFE Magazine for May 28, 1956.

An annotated copy of the genealogical booklet Live Oak Plantation by Margaret Simons Middleton. Margaret Simons Middleton was the grandmother of L. Mendel Rivers' wife Margaret Middleton Rivers.

Three copies of an entry added to the extension of remarks section of The Congressional Record by Representative Rivers containing a magazine article from The Atlantic Magazine entitled "Mixed Schools and Mixed Blood" by Herbert Ravenel Sass.

A copy of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter containing a copy of the hearings before the Reserve Components Subcommittee of the House Committee on Armed Services pursuant to the Reserve Incentive Bill. Representative Rivers served as Chairman of the Subcommittee.

A copy of the Charleston Air Force Base newsletter Club News containing an article entitled "A Time at the Military Ball" concerning the first MATS NCO Military Ball which was attended by L. Mendel Rivers and his wife.

A copy of Current Biography containing a biographical entry for L. Mendel Rivers on pages 18-20.

A copy of Diaries of Lois Hazlehurst, 1911-1927 containing a forward by Margaret Simons Middleton, grandmother of L. Mendel Rivers' wife Margaret Middleton Rivers.

A copy of a membership booklet for the Carolina Yacht Club, Charleston, South Carolina. Representative Rivers is listed as a member.

A copy of Air Force and Space Digest containing an "exclusive interview" with L. Mendel Rivers on pages 36-39. Rivers had been recently appointed as the chairman of the House Committee on Armed Services.

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing an article concerning the House Armed Services Committees' interrogation of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, mentioning Representative Rivers, entitled "Don't 'Spare' the Joint Chiefs" on page 31.

A copy of The Marine Corps Gazette containing an interview with L. Mendel Rivers, recently appointed as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Two copies of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter The Officer containing an article on page 7 and 28-29 entitled "Writer Views a Restless Rivers and his Fabulous Career" concerning Rivers' recent appointment as chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Service containing an article entitled "Chairman Rivers Proposes $1-Billion Pay Raise; Declares its Justification 'Needs No Study'" on pages 1-2.

An oversize copy of the magazine Air Force Times containing an article entitled "Rivers Asks 10.7% Pay."

An oversize copy of the magazine Army Times containing an article entitled "Rivers Seeks 10% Pay Hike."

A copy of the Cape May Eagle newsletter with Representative Rivers as the cover subject as a result of his push for legislation (H. R. 5725) to substantially increase the base pay of all members of the United States Armed Services.

Three copies of the newsletter Naval Affairs with Representative Rivers as the cover subject and an article on pages 4-6 concerning his push for legislation (H. R. 5725) to substantially increase the base pay of all members of the United States Armed Services.

A copy of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter containing a copy of the address given by L. Mendel Rivers at the Mid-Winter Conference banquet where he received the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) 1965 Minute Man of the Year award on pages 9-12.

A copy of the magazine C-141 Service.

A copy of the magazine United States Lady containing an article, on pages 51-52, entitled "House more for Personnel than Senate is" concerning a new Armed Services pay bill (H. R. 9075) sponsored by Representative Rivers.

A copy of the Navy magazine All Hands containing a feature on Charleston's Mine Warfare School and supply and support for Polaris submarines.

A copy of the Navy Department periodical Direction containing a quote from Representative Rivers on the back cover concerning nuclear propulsion.

A copy of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter containing a brief entry and photograph of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to the Springfield Army Reserve Armory in Missouri.

A copy of The New York Time Magazine containing an article entitled "'Rivers Delivers': The Powerful Armed Forces Chairman From Hell Hole Swamp Comes Up With Plums for G. I.'s and the Home Folks."

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing an article, on pages 11 and 25, entitled "The Draft Law Needs New Study" concerning Representative Rivers' plans for new draft laws to reduce deferments.

A copy of the testimony of Juanito Castro Ruz given at a hearing before the House Committee on Un-American Activities.

An oversized magazine about the United States House of Representatives and its history.

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing a brief article, on page 6, entitled "Congress May Turn Spotlight on ASW" concerning a recommendation by Representative Samuel Straton to Representative Rivers that the House Armed Services Committee fully explore the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Program to respond to the growing Soviet submarine threat.

A copy of The College of Charleston Newsletter containing a brief article, on page 5, entitled "'Blue Ribbon' Luncheon" concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

A clipping taken from The Baltimore Sun containing a political cartoon entitled Mutiny on the Bounty depicting a sailor (Representative Rivers) attempting a mutiny on the captain (Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara) on a ship labeled "Military Spending Powers."

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing an article, on page 13, entitled "Champion of the Armed Forces" concerning the success of Representative Rivers as chairman of the House Committee on Armed Services and his label as "The Serviceman's Congressman."

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing an article, on pages 1 and 5, entitled "'Total Tab' Auto Shipment" concerning legislation introduced by Representative Rivers to authorize the Government to completely pay for the expense of shipping home privately-owned automobiles of certain overseas personnel.

A copy of Navy Magazine containing an article, on pages 21-26 and 39-41, entitled "The Case for a Nuclear Surface Fleet" concerning a report submitted by House Armed Services Committee making a strong case for the immediate focus on building a nuclear-powered surface fleet.

Three copies of the newsletter Army News Features containing a brief article entitled "New Bill Would Create Senior Noncom Positions" concerning legislation introduced by Representative Rivers to create a statutory office for a senior enlisted man in each of the Armed Services.

A copy of the magazine Capitol Hill containing a cover photo of Representative Rivers attending the Annual Congressional Baseball Game.

A copy of The Journal of the American Dental Association containing a photo of Representative Rivers, on page 605, at the Conference on Comprehensive Oral Surgery held at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D. C.

A copy of Family Magazine containing an article entitled "A Hard Look at Fringe Benefits by Rep. L. Mendel Rivers."

A copy of the magazine Armed Forces Management containing an article, on pages 37-44, entitled "In the McNamara Era, What is Congress' Role in National Defense" concerning the House Committee on Armed Services' role in the area of military affairs and national defense.

A copy of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter containing an article, on page 10, entitled "Planning National Defense" concerning the relationship between the House Armed Services Committee and the Executive Branch.

A copy of The Journal of the Armed Forces containing an article, on pages 1, 3, 8, 21, 29, and 31, entitled "A Promissory Note Comes Due" concerning Department of Defense delays in the implementation of new Armed Services pay structures championed by Representative Rivers.

Four copies of transcripts of Representative Rivers' participation as a guest on the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) program Meet the Press. Rivers fielded questions on various topics including the draft, the Vietnam War, President Lyndon B. Johnson, General Westmoreland, Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara, the construction of a new hospital in Charleston, South Carolina, Navy ship construction, the Civil Rights movement, and Nuclear Missile Defense.

A copy of the transcript for an episode of the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) program Meet the Press with guest Harold E. Holt, the Prime Minister of Australia. Topics primarily concern the Vietnam War.

Two copies of economic and topographic maps of Vietnam and the Asian Continent produced by the United States Government Printing Office as a House Document.

A copy of True Magazine containing an article, on pages 15-18 and 22, entitled "He Pounds the Gavel of War." The article presents a scathing picture of L. Mendel Rivers as a "war hawk."

A copy of the magazine Naval Affairs containing a cover photo of L. Mendel Rivers' portrait and a brief entry in the "News of Members" section on page 13 reporting on the portrait unveiling ceremony.

Three copies of The Baptist Courier containing an article, on page 7, entitled "Baptist College Breaks Ground for Library" concerning the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new library building at the Baptist College in Charleston, South Carolina, named in honor of L. Mendel Rivers.

A copy of the South Carolina magazine Sandlapper containing an article on the Naval Shipyard in Charleston.

Two copies of The American Marine Engineer containing an article containing exerpts from Representative Rivers' commencement address "Dangerous Seas Ahead" addressed to the fourth graduating class of the Calhoon Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association's (MEBA) Engineering School.

A copy of Armed Forces Journal containing an article, page 15, entitled "Future Raises-If Pay Reform is Not Enacted" concerning a clause inserted by L. Mendel Rivers that required federal civilian pay scales to match military pay scales.

A copy of the National Association of Armed Forces Retirees (NAAFR) newsletter NAAFR Affairs containing a message of support from Representative Rivers.

A copy of a monthly publication produced by the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce containing a brief welcome to Representative Rivers who was scheduled to speak at the annual state convention of the Texas Air Force Association in San Antonio, Texas.

A copy of the Reserve Officer Association's (ROA) newsletter containing an article, on pages 20-21, entitled "Speaker McCormack Praises Rivers Who Describes Mission as 'Point Man'" concerning a Reserve Officer Association (ROA) luncheon where House Speaker John W. McCormack praised Representative Rivers.

A copy of a report concerning legislation (H. R. 14000) authorizing appropriations for military procurement and research and development for 1970.

A copy of the newsletter Christian Beacon.

A copy of the magazine Naval Affairs containing a photo of L. Mendel Rivers speaking with A. C. H. Bullwinkel during the Southeast Regional Caucus held in Charleston, South Carolina.

Half a copy of the magazine Naval Affairs.

A few pages from the magazine Naval Affairs containing a brief message greeting from L. Mendel Rivers in honor of the Fleet Reserve Association's National Convention.

A copy of Armed Forces Journal containing an article, on page 2, entitled "House Acts on Defense Money Bill" concerning Representative Rivers' support for additional ship construction appropriations for the Navy.

A copy of Armed Forces Journal containing a photograph of L. Mendel Rivers, on page 11, at an elementary school in Altus, Oklahoma, named in his honor.

A copy of the magazine Army containing an article, on pages 26-30, entitled "Coping with the Boob Image" concerning the portrayal of the army on television. Representative Rivers is quoted near the end. Also included is a copy of the articles pasted on black paper for inclusion in a scrapbook and a copy of a letter from Lt. Col. Tom Hamrick (author of the article) to L. Mendel Rivers concerning the article.

Two copies of the magazine Naval Affairs containing an article concerning Representative Rivers' appointment of a special subcommittee to hold hearings on legislation (H. R. 6226) to provide for survivor benefits for active and retired military personnel.

A copy of the magazine Naval Affairs containing an article concerning Representative Rivers' appointment of a special subcommittee to hold hearings on legislation (H. R. 6226) to provide for survivor benefits for active and retired military personnel.

A copy of The Stars and Stripes containing an article concerning a talk given by Representative Rivers to United States Airmen in Wiesbaden, Germany, about funding cuts in the military.

A copy of Congressional Record containing a speech given by Representative Rivers entitled "The Soviet Threat."

A copy of the magazine Naval Affairs containing an article concerning Representative Rivers' appointment of a special subcommittee to hold hearings on legislation (H. R. 6226) to provide for survivor benefits for active and retired military personnel.

A copy of United States News and World Report containing an article, on page 19, entitled "Top Fleet in the Mediterranean-U.S. or Russian?" containing a quote by Representative Rivers warning about the Soviet Union pushing the United States Navy out of the Mediterranean Sea.

A copy of Armed Forces Journal containing numerous articles featuring Representative Rivers on topics including defense budget cuts, deficiencies in the United States and NATO defenses in the Mediterranean, the prior announcement of defense contracts, and Rivers' push for increased Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) funding to combat the growing Soviet threat.

Three copies of The Baptist Courier containing an article, on pages 3 and 12-13, concerning the dedication of the newly constructed L. Mendel Rivers Library at the Baptist College at Charleston.

An oversized copy of Esquire Magazine containing an article entitled "Ol' Man Rivers."

A copy of the magazine Naval Affairs containing an article concerning Representative Rivers.

A copy of a publication commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Charleston Jewish Community Center containing a photograph, on the last page, of Representative Rivers paying tribute.

A copy of the report of the Special Subcommittee to Probe Disturbances on Military Bases entitled Inquiry into the Reported Conditions in the Brig, Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, CA.

Three copies of a speech given on the floor of the House of Representatives by L. Mendel Rivers entitled "The Soviet Threat."

Copies of L. Mendel Rivers' voting and attendance records for the Second Session of the 91st Congress.

A type-written copy of a brief biography of Representative Rivers.

A brief abstract/review, written by Margaret Gilmore of Charleston Southern University, for the book The Lion and the Lowcountry: Congressman L. Mendel Rivers by Jeffrey Davis.

An oversize copy of The Berkeley Independent containing an article entitled "Dimensions" concerning the layout on renovations of the L. Mendel Rivers boyhood home.

A copy of The Charleston Journal of Commerce.

A clipping from The Charleston Evening Post for August 22, 1919.

A copy of an article from The Charleston Evening Post on August 28, 1940, entitled "Democrats Select L. Mendel Rivers in First District Race."

A newspaper clipping containing a photograph of Representative Rivers participating in a congressional inspection committee and a copy of The New York Times for May 8, 1945, announcing the surrender of Germany and the end of the war in Europe.

A clipping from Life Magazine containing a photograph of Representative Rivers and President Truman and a clipping concerning President Truman's inaugural ceremony.

A clipping of an article from The Washington Post entitled "Dixiecrat Visits White House" concerning an invitation for L. Mendel Rivers to visit the White House by President Harry S. Truman to gain support for the 18-year-old draft bill. Representative Rivers participated in the revolt against President Truman in the 1948 election.

Newspaper clippings concerning the appointment of a new United States Judge for the Eastern District of South Carolina. Representative Rivers vied for the position but eventually withdrew.

A newspaper clipping from the Charleston News and Courier containing an article concerning Representative Rivers participation at the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new electric electronics building at the Charleston Navy Shipyard and a clipping from The News and Courier concerning a speech given by Representative Rivers at a dinner for the Transportation Corps Advisory Panel at the Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina.

Newspaper clippings concerning "L. Mendel Rivers Appreciation Day" in Charleston, South Carolina.

A newspaper clipping from the Charleston News and Courier concerning newly constructed Navy housing in Charleston, South Carolina.

A collection of newspaper clippings concerning Representative Rivers and the honoring of General Douglas MacArthur, the probing of black Muslims, a new Military Air Transport service route from Charleston, South Carolia, to Frankfurt, Germany, and the honoring of Representative Rivers by soldiers serving in Vietnam.

A newspaper clipping from the Charleston News and Courier from June 16, 1963.

A newspaper clipping concerning a visit to Charleston and Georgia by President Johnson's wife and a clipping of an article concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

Newspaper clippings primarily concerning a battle between Representative Rivers and Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara over military spending.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers asking for raids on China and the resumption of bombing in North Vietnam.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Fritz Hollings' Vietnam speech, a challenge to Congress' to take a stand on the Vietnam war, and the light infantry.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including military pay raises, the readiness of the Navy, rising black influence in politics, the merchant marine, and General Westmoreland.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' annual "bird luncheon," the Vietnam War, the testimony of United States Air Force Officials testifying in a UFO probe, and an announcement by Representative Rivers of his bid for re-election.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' avocation of a tougher foreign policy, Rivers' denouncing of French President Charles de Gaulle, support for the military, and Armed Forces Day.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including praise for Representative Rivers from the United States House of Representatives' floor, the John Birch Society, and a copy of The Congressional Record.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including the Vietnam War, a defense bill passed by the House, praise for Rivers, and Rivers' accepting a Boy Scouts award.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' condemnation of "Civil Upheaval" and Civil Rights legislation, the Vietnam War, and naval buildup.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including support for Rivers' Vietnam victory challenge and the signing of the military construction bill.

Newspaper clippings on assorted topics including China, an aircraft complex planned by Lockheed, and the escalation of the Vietnam War.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' plans to attend the Paris NATO meeting and an address to North Charleston.

Oversize newspapers from various counties within South Carolina's 1st Congressional District containing a message of thanks from L. Mendel Rivers following his re-election to Congress. He ran unopposed.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' criticism of the Public Health Service, Rivers' attempts to impeach Federal Judge Howard F. Corcoran, and shipyard news.

Two newspaper clippings of articles concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including escalation of the Vietnam War, Rivers' condemnation of a truce with North Vietnam, and Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara being forced to ease restrictions on bombing.

A newspaper clipping containing an article concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' charge that the administration never had any plan for winning a military victory in the Vietnam War.

Three newspaper clippings containing articles concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

A copy of the International Herald Tribune containing an article entitled "Rivers Says Helicopter Pilot Gave No Evidence of Massacre" concerning the My Lai Massacre.

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' support for the military, a clash between Chairman of the Appropriations Committee George Mahon and Rivers over military spending, and praise for Representative Rivers' successes.

Photocopied articles concerning L. Mendel Rivers' order for a probe of the My Lai Massacre case.

A copy of The Charleston Evening Post with the headline "Rep. Rivers Dies of Heart Failure."

Two copies of The News and Courier containing the headline "Final Tributes to Rivers to Begin Here Today" as well as other articles on L. Mendel Rivers.

A copy of The Charleston Evening Post with the headline "Rivers Services are Tomorrow at Grace Church."

Two copies of The News and Courier containing the headline "Top Leaders Here for Rivers' Rites."

Two copies of The Charleston Evening Post with the headline "Rep. Rivers Buried Near His Birthplace."

A copy of The Charleston Evening Post with the headline "Rivers' Funeral Procession Traced Route of His Life."

Two copies of The News and Courier containing the headline "Rivers Laid to Rest in Rural Churchyard."

Newspaper clippings concerning topics including praise for L. Mendel Rivers, the GOP caucus deciding not to oppose L. Mendel Rivers, and Rivers' heart condition.

Newspaper clippings containing articles concerning Representative Rivers' annual "bird luncheon."

Copies of newspaper editorials primarily concerning Representative Rivers' death and expressing condolences.

Numerous copies of full newspapers containing articles and headlines concerning L. Mendel Rivers' death and funeral services. Newspapers include The Berkley Democrat, The News and Courier, The Time-Herald, The Charleston Evening Post, The State, The Columbia Record, and The Georgetown.

A copy of The News and Courier containing an article entitled "Rivers' Death Stirs Tumult."

A clipping of a newspaper article from The News and Courier entitled "A Legend Dies: Rivers Had His High Noon."

Two newspaper clippings from The Times-Herald containing a photograph of Peg Eastman and Marion Ravenel christening the submarine U.S.S. L. Mendel Rivers and an article entitled "Thurmond Calls for Sea Power to Meet Threat."

A newspaper clipping from The Allendale County Citizen containing an article entitled "Many Watch Sub Mendel Rivers Launching Feb. 1."

Newspaper articles concerning a failed fundraising campaign to restore the boyhood home of L. Mendel Rivers.

Undated newspaper clippings concerning topics including Rivers' appointment as chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Armed Services pay increase, and praise for Representative Rivers.

A copy of the statement of L. Mendel Rivers on his petition and protest before the State Democratic Executive Committee in Columbia, South Carolina. Representative Rivers protested against alleged corruption during his run for the Democratic Nominee of the First Congressional District of South Carolina.

The first page from a statement given by Representative Rivers concerning the death of President John F. Kennedy.

Two copies of an address delivered by L. Mendel Rivers at the commissioning of the ballistic missile submarine John C. Calhoun in Newport News, Virginia.

A copy of a speech given by L. Mendel Rivers at the Texas State Convention for the Air Force Association in San Antonio, Texas, entitled "New Myths and Old Realities."

Copies of the transcripts and closing remarks given by L. Mendel Rivers at the Keel Laying Ceremony for the U.S.S. South Carolina.

Three copies of a speech given by L. Mendel Rivers at the dedication ceremony for a new naval supply center in Charleston, South Carolina.

An oversize photograph of the faculty and student body of the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina.

An oversize portrait photograph of L. Mendel Rivers taken in Washington, D. C.

A photograph from the Northwestern National Life Insurance Company containing a photograph of the nine justices of the United States Supreme Court.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a "Congressional Party" at the Naval Air Station in Jacksonville, Florida.

A signed likeness of Representative John E. Rankin given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize portrait of Representative Carl Vinson given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversized signed photograph of Admiral Ben Moreell given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph of Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife) accepting the Navy Yard Employees' Gift, as sponsor, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, at the launching ceremony of the submarine Sirago.

A photography of L. Mendel Rivers attending the Chamber of Commerce Wartime National Foreign Trade Meeting at the Propeller Club in Charleston, South Carolina.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing in a group with General Douglas MacArthur.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to Okinawa, Japan. Also pictured are Rear Admiral John D. Price, Brigadier General Timberlake, Brigadier General Hodson, and Lindley Beckworth.

Six photographs and copies of a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to the naval hospital in Oahu, Hawaii.

Seven photographs of a trip by L. Mendel Rivers to what is likely Japan.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with the Azalea Queen and Miss South Carolina in front of the United States Capital Building and at a luncheon.

An oversized signed photograph of a United States Navy Rear Admiral given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversized signed (illegible) photograph of an unidentified man given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversized signed photograph of John S. Cator given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A signed photograph from the Assistant Chief of the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery and Chief of the Dental Division, Alfred W. Chandler.

An oversized signed photograph of Rear Admiral Daniel W. Ryan given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Twelve photographs of a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to see Captain Charles Morrow. Also pictured are Jolian Leamond, Harold Simmons, and L. Mendel Rivers' mother.

Two group photographs taken at the White House with L. Mendel Rivers standing next to President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending an exhibit and demonstration of United States Army equipment at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. Also pictured are Secretary of the Army Robert T. Stevens, Under-Secretary of the Army Earl D. Johnson, Major General Elbert L. Ford, William J. Green, Jr., Walter Norblad, and Paul Cunningham.

An oversize photograph of South Carolina Representatives during the 83rd Congress including James P. Richards, John L. McMillan, L. Mendel Rivers, John J. Riley, W. J. Bryan Dorn, and Robert T. Ashmore standing before the Capital Building in Washington, D. C.

Three official photographs of a United States Navy procession including a photograph with L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversized signed photograph of the United States Secretary of the Army Robert T. Stevens given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting Wiesbaden Air Base in Germany. Also pictured are Colonel G. L. Stubs, Colonel R. J. Clizbe, and Colonel Melvin McNickel.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers talking with actor Charlton Heston, costumed for his role as Moses, on the movie set of The Ten Commandments at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, California. Also pictured is Edward T. Fogo, assistant special counsel of the House Armed Services Committee.

An official United States Navy photo of Admiral James L. Holloway, Jr. of the United States Navy.

An oversized signed photograph of the United States Secretary of the Navy Charles S. Thomas given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize signed portrait photograph of Representative Dewey Short given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A copy of an invitation to an appreciation day celebration in honor of L. Mendel Rivers in Charleston, South Carolina, and two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the celebration dress parade at the Citadel Military College.

Four photographs and copies of L. Mendel Rivers arriving on a United States Navy Aircraft Carrier.

Eleven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visit to Spain including his attendance at a reception in honor of Murray Snyder at the Castellana Hilton Hotel, and a luncheon in Rota, Spain. Also pictured are General Donovan, Mrs. Lodge, Francisco Mata Manzandeo, Ambassador John Davis Lodge, Mrs. Donovan, Murray Snyder, Major General H. K. Mooney, Mrs. James A. Smith, Mrs. Glenn Beall, Senator Glenn Beall, Glenn Beall Jr., Captain Thomas Robinson, Captain James A. Smith, and Commander Perey W. Rairden. Also included is are two letters from Ambassador John Davis Lodge concerning L. Mendel Rivers' visit.

An oversize signed portrait photograph of J. Rodenham given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and Representative Frank W. Boykin signed by Boykin. Also pictured is chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Carl Vinson.

An undated photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing beside President John F. Kennedy at a formal event.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers at a Dry Docks Commemoration.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a St. Patrick's Day Party hosted by Representative Mike Kirwan. Also pictured is chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Carl Vinson.

Seventeen photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' Annual "bird luncheon" hosted in honor of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Those pictured include General Taylor, General Wheeler, Admiral Anderson, General Shoup, General LeMay, House Majority Leader Carl Albert, Charles Halleck, Varl Vinson, Representatives Arends, Ford, Kirwan, Miller, Philbin, Sikes, and Senator Russell, former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey, W. A. Pulber, and Governor Russell of South Carolina.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers at the dedication ceremony and open house for the Menriv Park (named in honor of L. Mendel Rivers) United States Navy Family Housing project for the United States Naval Ammunition Depot in Charleston, South Carolina. Also included is a program for the ceremony.

Twelve negatives from L. Mendel Rivers' attendance at a luncheon hosted by General Mark W. Clark.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with the Supreme Allied Commander of Europe, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer, at his office near Paris, France.

Ten photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the retirement party for Captain Harry Cox at the Charleston, South Carolina Elk's Club. Also pictured are Captain and Mrs. Harry C. Cox, Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), Rear Admiral I. J. Galantin, E. D. Biggerstaff, Jr., Captain P. W. Garnett, and Captain O. C. Robbins.

A photograph taken on Carl Vinson's (chairman of the House Committee on Armed Services) birthday. Included in the photograph are L. Mendel Rivers, Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara, Carl Vinson, and Senator J. Strom Thurmond.

Thirteen photographs of from L. Mendel Rivers' Annual "bird luncheon." Those pictured are Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara and Carl Vinson.

A photograph of President Lyndon B. Johnson signing a defense authorization bill with Carl Vinson and L. Mendel Rivers in the background.

Seven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a testimonial dinner in his honor at the Citadel Military College of South Carolina. Also pictured are Citadel alumni and World War II fighter Ace Roland F. Wooten, Jr., former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey, Palmer Gaillard, Lucy Gaillard, General Curtis LeMay, and Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife).

Thirty-eight photographs from a Congressional Award Ceremony honoring former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey. Those pictured include L. Mendel Rivers, Jack Dempsey, Carl Vinson, Representative Frank Boykin, Richard Mahon, Richard Wooten, William Jennings Bryan Dorn, Speak of the House John McCormick, General Mark Clark, Ed Sullivan, Harold Simmons, Admiral Red Raborn, Blanche Rivers Odom (L. Mendel Rivers' sister), and L. Mendel Rivers, Jr. (L. Mendel Rivers' son).

A signed photograph of former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey with L. Mendel Rivers. Also pictured are Harold Simmons and Frank Jameson.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, along with other members of the House Armed Services Committee.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with President Lyndon B. Johnson.

Ten photographs of L. Mendel Rivers touring the U.S.S. Proteus during a House Armed Services Committee trip to Europe.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' meeting with Commander M. R. Mowry at the Naval Base in South Carolina. Also pictured is Palmer Gaillart. Also included thank you letters from L. Mendel Rivers to Commander M. R. Mowry and Representative Michael J. Kirwan.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers being presented with an honorary membership certificate and medal by the "Old Guard" of the City of Philadelphia.

A photograph of Carol Vinson (chairman of the House Armed Services Committee) accepting an award standing next to L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph of President Lyndon B. Johnson signing the Tonkin Gulf Resolution. L. Mendel Rivers is seen standing in the background behind the President.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers holding a painting commemorating Operation Sea Orbit on the U.S.S. Bainbridge. An around-the-world cruise of the United States Navy's Task Force One in 1964.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers on board the U.S.S. Lake Champlain while cruising the Atlantic during Operation Steel Pike One. The largest peacetime amphibious landing exercise in history which took place off the coast of Spain.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers observing training operations during Operation Steel Pike One. The largest peacetime amphibious landing exercise in history which took place off the coast of Spain.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a reception given by the Supreme Allied Commander of Europe, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer, at Allied Headquarters near Paris, France.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers at a reception at the Athens Hilton Hotel in Greece. Also pictured are Colonel Edward Chalgren, Jr., Mrs. Chalgren, Colonel Oliver K. Marshall, Representative Leslie G. Arends, Major General Harry L. Hillyard, Lt. General Ioannis Pipilis, and Colonel Paul A. Voyatzis.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers using a shovel at the Groundbreaking Ceremony at the Beaufort-Jasper Water Authority in South Carolina. Also pictured is Senator J. Strom Thurmond.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers aboard the Nuclear Ship Savannah during its visit in Charleston, South Carolina.

An unidentified photograph, possibly taken while Earnest "Fritz" Hollings served as South Carolina Governor and met with the South Carolina Delegation. Also pictured are L. Mendel Rivers, Senator J. Strom Thurmond, and Robert E. McNair.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' attendance at a ceremony at the Citadel Military College in Charleston, South Carolina, for General Mark W. Clark, President of the Citadel (1954-1965). One of the photographs has been signed by General Clark.

Five photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' attendance at a reception and ceremony at the Naval Ammunition Depot (NAD) Officer's Club at Pier Bravo in Charleston, South Carolina. Also pictured are Captain J. T. Traylor, Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), R. Blandford, and Lieutenant D. Shelton.

An oversize photograph of a United States Navy sailor reading from The Navy Times containing a headline entitled "Big Military Pay Raise Gaining Public Support." The photograph hung in L. Mendel Rivers' office during the 1960s.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the Southern Governor's Conference. Also pictured are Governors George Wallace and Robert E. McNair.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending Armed Forces Day celebrations at the Springfield Armory in Missouri.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a party hosted by Representative Dewey Short. Also included is a copy of a thank you note sent by L. Mendel Rivers for receiving the photographs.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a Washington, D.C., Senator's baseball game on Armed Forces Night.

Five photographs and a negative of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Also pictured are Representative Leslie C. Arends and Representative (future Secretary of Defense) Melvin Laird.

Five photographs of a bust of L. Mendel Rivers. The photographs were mailed on August 20, 1965.

Twenty-one photographs of L. Mendel Rivers taking over his new position as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

A photograph of Carl Vinson (Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee) accompanied with a signed note from Carl Vinson concerning L. Mendel Rivers' new appointment to succeed him as chairman.

Eight photographs from L. Mendel Rivers trip to South Korea. Also pictured are Representative Speedy O. Long, Porter Hardy, Jr., and retired General Mark W. Clark.

Five photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' visit to the Atsugi Naval Air Station in Japan. Also pictured is retired General Mark W. Clark, Major General Lloyd E. Fellenz, and Colonel Stephen W. Holderness.

Six photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' visit to Taiwan. Including a meeting with President Chiang Kai-Shek. Also pictured is former General Mark W. Clark.

Two photographs of a visit by L. Mendell Rivers to Tan Son Nhut Air Base in Vietnam to discuss legislation to increase military pay. Also included is a press release from the headquarters of the 2nd Air Division in San Francisco, California, concerning the visit and photographs.

Five photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' attending the dedication ceremony of the Ryan Plant in Walterboro, South Carolina.

Nineteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon in honor of retired General Mark W. Clark. Also pictured are Speak of the House John McCormick and former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey. The photographs themselves were received by Representative Rivers on October 21, 1965.

Three photographs (and copies) of L. Mendel Rivers attending the launching ceremonies for the submarine U.S.S. Mariano G. Vallejo. Also pictured is Rear Admiral Edward D. Fahy.

Fourteen photographs (and copies) of L. Mendel Rivers' arrival at the airport in New Orleans for Navy Day. Also pictured is Representative Eddie Herbert who succeeded Rivers as chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers holding a certificate from the North Island Association at the United States Naval Air Station in San Diego honoring L. Mendel Rivers. The two photos were taken from L. Mendel Rivers' desk by Bill Short.

A photograph of Jack Jameson standing next to a private plane and a photograph of a luxurious house in San Francisco, California.

Nineteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting and airbase and accepting an award given to him by the Civil Air Patrol. Also included are two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers speaking with a United States Army officer in his new office in the Rayburn building. Also pictured is a half completed bust of L. Mendel Rivers.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' participation at the C-141 acceptance ceremony at the Charleston Air Force Base. The C-141 was a strategic airlifter in service with the Military Air Transport Service.

A photograph showing the dedication of the House Armed Services Committee Room to former Chairman Carl Vinson. Pictured are Carl Vinson, L. Mendel Rivers, Representative William G. Bray, Charles Gibson, and Speak of the House John McCormick.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers at the groundbreaking of a Veterans Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina. Also pictured are Bryan Dorn, Palmer Gaillard, retired General Mark W. Clark, Senator Strom Thurmond, and Albert Watson.

Forty-seven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon for Madame Chiang Kai-Shek, wife of the President of the Republic of China (Taiwan). Also pictured is Representative (and future President) Gerald R. Ford.

Twelve photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' attendance at an air show in Paris, France.

Four photographs of the submarine U.S.S. John C. Calhoun.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing in front of the Robert Emmet statue on Massachusetts Avenue in Washington D. C. at the re-dedication ceremony in 1966.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a military ball in Charleston, South Carolina.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers attending a National Aero-Space Services Association luncheon in Washington, D. C.

A signed photograph of L. Mendel Rivers and Naval Officer Norm Shaffer.

An empty envelope labeled "Photos taken at American Dental Oral Association June 18, 1966." Attached is a sticky note on which "Lost during review" is written.

Seven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a reception honoring the Commissioner of the National Football League (NFL) Pete Rozelle.

A photograph of a street sign labeled "Mendel Rivers Pkwy" in Pleiku, Vietnam. The sign has a human skull attached to the top. The sign was erected by soldiers in honor of Representative Rivers' efforts on the Armed Services Pay Raise legislation. Also included is a handwritten letter from an army staff sergeant to accompany the photograph.

Nine photographs of a party, held in the Air Force Liaison Office, attended by L. Mendel Rivers in honor of General Corbin. Also pictured is Representative Leslie C. Arends.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with South Korean Ambassador Hyun Chul Kim at the National Day Reception.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and Representative Carl Vinson (former Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee) meeting with a Pennsylvania appointee to the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon given by Hugh D. Auchincloss at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D. C.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to Brookley Air Force Base in Mobile, Alabama. Also pictured are Major General C. B. Root and former Representative Frank Boykin.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers, Jr., (L. Mendel Rivers' son) and Koko Kim at a Reception for the Korean Defense Minister in Washington, D.C.

A signed photograph of Governor George Wallace of Alabama.

A signed photograph of Nancy Moore (Miss South Carolina).

Five photographs of L. Mendel Rivers with Red Rayborn, the project manager for the Polaris nuclear-armed submarine program.

Two photographs of a meeting between L. Mendel Rivers and Sergeant Major Woolridge at L. Mendel Rivers' office.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a metals site dedication ceremony in Marion, South Carolina. Also pictured is Senator and former South Carolina Governor Earnest "Fritz" Hollings.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers attending the National Broiler Council Congressional Reception. Also pictured are Representative Walter B. Jones, Paul Morgan, Senator Sam J. Ervin, Representative Basil L. Whitner, Representative James L. Broyhill, E. S. Kendrick, and Jack Spain.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Paul W. Airey.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with the Earl of Shaftesbury.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers with General William Westmoreland before Westmoreland's speech before Congress. Also pictured are Senator J. Strom Thurmond and Representative Leslie C. Arends.

A signed photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with Carl Sanders taken while attending a special event in Augusta, Georgia, where he gave a speech at a Boy Scout ceremony.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon for former congressman Harry Sheppard.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending an informal coffee meeting held by Representatives Ed Dorwinski and Don Rostenkowsk for King Peter II of Yugoslavia.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers accepting a distinguished public service award from the American Legion Department of South Carolina.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the annual Beaufort, South Carolina, Water Festival.

Eighteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' birthday party given by Representative George Elliott Hagan.

Fourteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' visit during the North Atlantic Assembly of NATO members at the Supreme Headquarters for Allied Powers in Europe near Paris, France.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with Colonel Robin Olds.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting a Naval hospital in Long Beach, California, and an invitation and program for a Navy Day banquet hosted in honor of L. Mendel Rivers.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with former child movie star Shirley Temple Black. Shirley visited Washington, D.C., and wanted to meet Representative Rivers.

Four photographs of a visit by General William Westmoreland to L. Mendel Rivers' office.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers arriving by plane to meet United States Navy Admirals during a NATO trip.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with Citadel alumni and World War II fighter Ace Roland F. Wooten, Jr. shortly before his death in a private plane accident on February 25, 1968.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the mid-winter meeting of the Reserve Officers Association. Also pictured is Senator J. Strom Thurmond.

A signed photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with retired Admiral Kim Yong Kwan of the Navy of the Republic of Korea.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and his wife riding in an unidentified procession as the guest of honor.

Numerous photographs taken during L. Mendel Rivers' portrait dedication ceremony.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers giving a speech at a reception for Admiral J. S. Dorsey.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending General William Westmoreland's swearing in ceremony. Also pictured are President Lyndon B. Johnson, House Majority Leader Carl Albert, and Secretary of Defense Clark Clifford.

Fourteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a party in honor of Admiral John McCain. Also pictured are Admiral Red Rayburn and Secretary of the Navy Paul R. Ignatius.

Thirteen photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' annual "bird luncheon" hosted in honor of Vice-President Hubert Humphrey. Also pictured are Speak of the House John McCormick, Secretary of Defense Clark Clifford, and former Representative Frank Boykin.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a Christmas Party at Shaw Air Force Base near Sumter, South Carolina. Also pictured is former Representative Charlie Halleck.

An unlabeled photograph of L. Mendel Rivers in Congress.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with Richard W. "Dick" Moore of Altus, Oklahoma. Moore was Chairman of the Military Affairs Committee of Altus Air Force Base.

An oversize signed photograph of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with President Lyndon B. Johnson in the White House. Also included is the letter that accompanied the photograph.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers using a shovel at the groundbreaking ceremony for a new family housing project at Shaw Air Force Base near Sumter, South Carolina.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers congratulating Major General Winston P. Wilson (nicknamed "Wimpy") on receiving the Distinguished Service Medal.

A photograph of Leslie C. Arends and L. Mendel Rivers at a House Armed Services Committee meeting.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers receiving a copy of a Report on the War in Vietnam from General William Westmoreland.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the Daytona Congressional Medal of Honor Race in Daytona, Florida, in which all surviving Medal of Honor recipients were invited to attend the race and be flown in via military aircraft.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a party for Representative Felix E. Hebert. Also pictured is General William Westmoreland.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers participating in the swearing in ceremony for General John D. Ryan as Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force and Admiral Thomas H. Moorer as Chief of Naval Operations. Also pictured are Senator John C. Stennis and Secretary of the Navy John Chafee.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and Representative William Nichols about to depart from Pope Air Force Base in North Carolina to give a lift to Private James C. France on a trip to Alabama International Speedy for the first Talladega 500 Race. James C. France's father owned the race track.

Nineteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a party in his honor given by Representative Wilson. Also pictured are Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), Senator J. Strom Thurmond, Nancy Thurmond, Representative Felix E. Hebert, General Lewis W. Walt, General John D. Ryan, and Admiral Thomas H. Moorer.

Five photographs of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with officers at a meeting of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with House Majority Leader Carl Albert.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers listening to a question from the floor during a meeting with United States Air Force Europe airmen at Lindsey Air Station in Germany.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing with a delegation behind President Richard M. Nixon signing a bill for a Commemorative Medal. Also included is a letter from the Deputy Assistant to the President to accompany the photograph.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers and Ray Cote. Included is a letter from Frank G. Jameson of the Ryan Aeronautical Company in San Diego, California, requesting an autographed copy of the photograph.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma surrounded by children attending the elementary school named in his honor. Also included is a letter from the President of the Altus Chamber of Commerce to accompany the photographs.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending an event at what appears to be Middleton Plantation in Charleston, South Carolina.

Five photographs of L. Mendel Rivers using a shovel to break ground and giving a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a new Naval Hospital in Charleston, South Carolina.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers and Representative George Elliott Hagan accepting awards from the Savannah City Council in Georgia.

A booklet of photographs from a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to the Fort Worth Texas Division of General Dynamics to inspect new military aircraft.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers and Michael E. Conway attending an Armed Forces Day civic luncheon in San Francisco, California.

A photograph of Representative George Elliott Hagan and L. Mendel Rivers at the House Armed Services Committee Shipboard Hazard and Defense (SHAD) Breakfast.

Numerous photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a ceremony held by the Nationals Capital Chapter of the Air Force Association of the United States where Rivers received the Distinguished American Award. Also pictured are Vice-President Spiro Agnew, Margaret Rivers Eastman (L. Mendel River's daughter), Robert Eastman (Rivers' grandson), and Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife). Also included are a program booklet for the ceremony and a signed photograph from Medal of Honor recipient Major Bernard F. Fisher.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) offices in The Hague, Netherlands.

Thirteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and family attending the Keel Laying Ceremony of the U.S.S. South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina. Also pictured are Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), Margaret Rivers Eastman (daughter), and Senator J. Strom Thurmond. Also included is a program for the ceremony.

A substantial amount of photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon and giving a speech to the Democratic National Congressional Committee. Also pictured are Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, Speak of the House John McCormick, Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, Representative (and future President) Gerald R. Ford, former Secretary of Defense Clark Clifford, and House Majority Leader Carl Albert.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers in Orlando, Florida, including a picture of him standing next to a large swordfish.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon in for Ambassador Pauls in Washington, D.C.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers holding the new South Carolina postage stamp.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers as a baby and a print of the same photograph on an oversize piece of cardboard.

Two photographs of L. Mendel Rivers with a beauty queen (probably Miss South Carolina) and Representative Sam Rayburn.

Fifteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and Representative Frank W. Boykin.

Eight photographs of L. Mendel Rivers in group shots taken on the Capital Building steps in Washington, D.C., Also pictured are L. Mendel Rivers, Jr. (son), former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey, Speaker of the House John McCormack, Representative Frank Boykin, Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), and Senator Burnet R. Maybank.

An oversize signed photograph of United States Marine Corps Commandant Leonard F. Chapman given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph of two unidentified officers standing next to a monument for Charlesfort in Beaufort, South Carolina.

Numerous photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending various civilian events. Including a photograph of Rivers in his baseball uniform at the Congressional Baseball Game. Also pictured are Citadel alumni and World War II fighter Ace Roland F. Wooten, Jr., South Carolina Governor Earnest "Fritz" Hollings, Vice-President Hubert Humphrey, and Harold Simmons.

Eleven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers with General Mark W. Clark, President of The Citadel Military College in Charleston, South Carolina.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a ceremony and giving a speech with General Mark W. Clark, President of The Citadel Military College.

Nine photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a dinner ceremony with Colonel Garcia.

An oversize signed photograph of United States Navy Admiral and Chief of Operations Louis E. Denfeld given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Four photographs of L. Mendel Rivers speaking and attending a function at the Denver Hilton Hotel in Colorado.

Ten photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending functions during the 1940s.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers arriving at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska. Rivers briefly stopped in Alaska while returning from Japan and his Far East tour before his final return flight to Washington, D.C.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with religious leader Billy Graham.

An oversize signed photograph of religious leader Billy Graham given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An image of the Great Seal of the United States.

An oversize photograph of a hunting trip hosted by Representative Frank Boykin. L. Mendel Rivers is pictured with a hunting dog.

A photograph of a painting of President Andrew Jackson.

Eighteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and Frank G. Jameson of the Ryan Aeronautical Company in San Diego, California. Also pictured are former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey and Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife).

Seven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers with President Lyndon B. Johnson. Also pictured are Vice-President Hubert Humphrey and the President's wife "Lady Bird" Johnson.

An oversize signed photograph of United States Air Force Major General Joe W. Kelly given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Seven photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon for the Supreme Allied Commander of Europe, General Lyman L. Lemnitzer.

An oversized photograph of L. Mendel Rivers standing next to General Douglas MacArthur.

An oversize signed photograph of United States Air Force Birgadier General Harold R. Maddux given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A signed photograph of Representative John McCormack. Also pictured is General William Westmoreland.

Numerous photographs of L. Mendel Rivers meeting with various military personnel.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives, William "Fishbait" Miller.

An oversize signed photograph of Tom Moorer given to L. Mendel Rivers. Also pictured are L. Mendel Rivers and Representative Carl Vinson.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers that appears in The National Cyclopedia of American Biography.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting the Naval Base in South Carolina. Also pictured is Admiral Hyman G. Rickover.

Numerous posed photograph portraits of L. Mendel Rivers throughout his career.

Fourteen photographs of L. Mendel Rivers and his wife Margaret Middleton Rivers attending unidentified events.

An oversize signed photograph of United States Air Force Brigadier General J. G. Rodenham given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Six photographs of L. Mendel Rivers visiting the Naval hospital at Shaw Air Force Base near Sumter, South Carolina. Also pictured is former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion Jack Dempsey

An oversize signed photograph of United States Marine Corps Commandant Lemuel C. Shepherd, Jr. given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Numerous signed photographs of Congressmen and military officers including Representative Frank Boykin, Carl Vinson, and General Lyman L. Lemnitzer among others.

Three photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a luncheon at the United States Army's Berlin Command in Germany where he met with soldiers from South Carolina.

A photograph of Air Marshall Sir Denis Spotswood of the Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom.

An oversize signed photograph of John Sullivan given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize signed photograph of Senator W. Stuart Symington, Jr. given to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize photograph of L. Mendel Rivers talking on a telephone at his office.

An oversize signed likeness of Representative Albert R. Thomas given to L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers with Senator J. Strom Thurmond at an unidentified event.

An oversize photograph of L. Mendel Rivers and an unidentified man seated in an airplane.

A photograph of L. Mendel Rivers' wife Margaret Middleton Rivers with Pat Solomon holding a South Carolina Tri-centennial Scarf. Pat owned a shop in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, and designed the scarf for the South Carolina Tri-centennial. Also included is a photograph of the scarf on a table at a dinner attended by L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversized signed photograph (and copy) of President Harry S. Truman given to L. Mendel Rivers.

Twenty photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending an unidentified function. Also pictured are Rivers' wife Margaret Middleton Rivers and General John R. Blandford.

Four unidentified oversized signed (illegible) photographs of politicians and military officers given by L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph and copy of L. Mendel Rivers with his wife Margaret Middleton Rivers at the United States Air Force Academy near Colorado Springs, Colorado.

A photograph of the full United States House of Representatives Chamber.

Nine photographs from a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to a United Sates Marines Base in the Pacific. Possibly dated around 1946.

Five Photographs of L. Mendel Rivers touring a United States Naval Vessel.

Ten photographs from a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to United States Navy ships and what appears to be China. Possibly dated around 1946.

A group photograph of L. Mendel Rivers presenting Representative Carl Vinson with silver service. Also pictured is Representative Frank Boykin. Also included is a photograph of Representative Vinson and L. Mendel Rivers standing in front of a signed photograph of President Lyndon B. Johnson.

A photograph album containing photographs from L. Mendel Rivers' surprise birthday party at the City Tavern Association in Georgetown, Washington, D. C.

A photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a Civil Air Patrol Conference.

A photograph album containing photographs of a visit by L. Mendel Rivers to Vietnam. Also pictured is General William Westmoreland.

A photograph album containing photographs from a launching ceremony, attended by Rivers, for the submarine Tautog by the Ingalls Shipbuilding Corporation in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

A photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the Navy Day Banquet and visiting the Naval Base in Long Beach, California.

A photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending his portrait unveiling ceremony.

A photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers' visit to the U.S.S. Northampton.

A photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a party given in his honor by Representative Wilson. Also pictured are Margaret Middleton Rivers (wife), General William Westmoreland, Senator J. Strom Thurmond, and Peg Rivers (L. Mendel Rivers' daughter).

An oversize photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the dedication ceremony for the construction of an elementary school named in his honor at Atlus Air Force Base in Atlus, Oklahoma.

A photograph album from the Nation's Capital Chapter of the Air Force Association containing photographs from a ceremony honoring L. Mendel Rivers.

A photograph album commemorating the 25th anniversary of the commissioning of the submarine U.S.S. Sirago. Margaret Middleton Rivers' (L. Mendel Rivers' wife) had originally sponsored the submarine and participated in the anniversary ceremony.

An oversize photograph album containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending the dedication ceremony for the construction of a library named in his honor at the Baptist College at Charleston.

A photograph album put together by the Editors and Photographers of LIFE Magazine containing a collection of photographs depicting L. Mendel Rivers in both professional and personal life.

Three oversize visual display boards containing photographs taken at L. Mendel Rivers' annual "bird luncheons" in March of 1962 and 1963. Also included are newspaper clippings from The News and Courier and The Charleston Evening Post concerning former world heavyweight boxing champion Jack Dempsey. Pictured are L. Mendel Rivers, Jack Dempsey, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee Carl Vinson, and Representative Frank Boykin.

Three oversize visual display boards containing photographs taken at L. Mendel Rivers' annual "bird luncheons" in March of 1963 and 1964. Also included are newspaper clippings from The News and Courier concerning former world heavyweight boxing champion Jack Dempsey.

Three oversize visual display boards containing photographs taken at a ceremony held at the Capital to present former world heavyweight boxing champion Jack Dempsey with a Congressional Award and photographs of Jack Dempsey attending a testimonial dinner for L. Mendel Rivers. Also included are numerous newspaper articles concerning Jack Dempsey from The News and Courier and The Charleston Evening Post.

An oversize visual display board containing newspaper clippings of articles taken from The News and Courier, The Charleston Evening Post, and The North Charleston Banner concerning a new monument to be erected in North Charleston in honor of L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize visual display board containing newspaper clippings of articles taken from The State and The Charleston Evening Post concerning a move by the United States to close down 95 military bases. None of the bases were located in South Carolina.

Three oversize visual display boards containing newspaper clippings of articles taken from The News and Courier, The Charleston Evening Post, The State, The North Charleston Banner, and The Charlotte Observer, concerning L. Mendel Rivers' new appointment as chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Two oversize visual display boards containing photographs of L. Mendel Rivers attending a dedication ceremony for a bust dedicated to him by the Kiwanis Club of North Charleston.

An oversize certificate of L. Mendel Rivers' membership in the Charleston, South Carolina, chapter of the Masonic Order of DeMolay for Boys.

L. Mendel Rivers' high school diploma from the High School of Charleston.

An oversize certificate for L. Mendel Rivers' completion of a course of study in the Scientific Modern Language Course at the High School of Charleston.

An oversize certificate admitting and qualifying L. Mendel Rivers as an attorney and counselor of the Supreme Court of the United States of America.

An oversize certificate signed by the Secretary of State of South Carolina certifying that L. Mendel Rivers was the duly elected Representative of the State of South Carolina's First Congressional District.

A certificate electing L. Mendel Rivers as an honorary fellow of the International College of Dentists.

An oversize certificate presenting L. Mendel Rivers with an award of merit by the Georgetown University School of Dentistry for his contributions to the dental profession through his legislating.

An oversize certificate conferring L. Mendel Rivers honorary membership in The Illustrious Order of Dragon Killers.

An oversize certificate appointing L. Mendel Rivers as an honorary "Mine Man."

An oversize certificate admitting L. Mendel Rivers as a member of the Eminent Society of Border Legionnaires after an inspection visit to the American and Russian occupation zone border in Bavaria, Germany.

A certificate from the Citadel Military College conferring upon L. Mendel Rivers the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws.

An oversize certificate from the Charleston Local Association of the National Association of Masters and Foreman granting honorary life-long membership to L. Mendel Rivers.

An oversize certificate proclaiming L. Mendel Rivers an Admiral of the Navy of the State of Nebraska.

A certificate of appreciation from the Post Graduate Clinic of the District of Columbia Dental Society for Rivers' "Valuable Contribution to the Annual Meeting."

A copy of a resolution from the Reserve Officers Association of the United States designating L. Mendel Rivers as an Honorary Life Member.

A certificate of appreciation from the Alexandria Boys' Club for L. Mendel Rivers' service as master of ceremonies at the annual awards banquet and celebration.

An oversize certificate declaring September 27, 1963 as "L. Mendel Rivers Day" by the County of San Diego California.

A distinguished service citation awarded to L. Mendel Rivers by the Military Government Association.

A certificate appointing L. Mendel Rivers to the rank of Honorary Colonel as a member of the Old Guard, City of Philadelphia.

An oversize certificate of citation presented to L. Mendel Rivers by the Old Guard, City of Philadelphia at the 107th Anniversary Dinner.