A copy of legislation (H.R. 6127) introduced by Representative Emanuel Celler, known as the Civil Rights Act of 1957, to provide means of further securing and protecting the civil rights of persons within the jurisdiction of the United States.
A letter congratulating Rivers on his speech before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Constitutional rights. Alfred is encouraged by Rivers' continued fight to protect states' rights.
A "Fact Sheet" produced by the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights that attempts to counter some of the arguments and misconceptions against H.R. 6127, the civil rights bill.
A copy of Public Law 85-315 known as the Civil Rights Act of 1957. The Act establishes a Commission on Civil Rights and strengthens guarantees of civil rights, including the right to vote and trial by jury.
Representative Rivers addresses the Speaker of the House, condemns the report by the Civil Rights Commission, and argues that the creation and continued existence of the Civil Rights Commission is a danger to the very survival of America as a free nation.
A letter from Mrs. Trouche of Charleston expressing her disappointment in Rivers' harsh attacks against the current state of the FBI. She believes he should attack the Justice Department, for the FBI only carries out their orders.
A letter of support from an Alabama resident for Rivers' opposition of the Civil Rights Bill after reading about Rivers' speech in the Birmingham News.
