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1942 Wartime Party Game. 1942. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.FDR Library. Web. 29 June 2014.
<https://fdrlibrary.wordpress.com/tag/birthday/>.
This is a photograph of a game brought to the 1942 Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. by Charles H. McCarthy, a
member of the Cuff Link Gang. It resembles pin the tail on the donkey but replaces the donkey with Adolf
Hitler. I used this photograph to show what kind of entertainment would be present at the national presidents Ball.

"Advertising Men to Help Fight Against Infantile Paralysis." The Bulletin [Washington] 27 Dec. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article on the use of advertisements to promote attendance at the Birthday Ball. I used this
article to provide details on the strategy and to show how the Birthday Balls were a nation-wide movement that
had many supporters. I also used this article to get information on the painting that Christy donated to the
Birthday Ball campaign.

After Dinner Music. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm
Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of patients at Warm Springs gathered around a piano listening to music. I used this
photograph to demonstrate what life outside of treatment would be like for many residents.

Agne, Julia A. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 13 Jan. 1934. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This was a letter from the Croton Democratic Club in New York to FDR about their local Birthday Ball. I used
this for a quote on how much the American public admired FDRs bravery and perseverance.

Baker, Margaret M. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 25 Nov. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a mother who wrote FDR to tell him about her son, whose health was improving despite polio.
I used it as an example of a mother writing to FDR on behalf of her child.

Barrow, G. S. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 26 Nov. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is the second letter from the concerned English mother, thanking FDR for his reply and assuring him that her
son is getting better with his suggested treatment. I used this letter to demonstrate that FDR did not shy away from
discussing matters related to his illness with others, even foreigners.

Barrow, G. S. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 26 Sept. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from an English mother who was concerned about her sick son. I used it to show that news of
FDR's illness had traveled overseas in little over a month.

Beaumont, Louis D. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 28 Apr. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a man asking for permission to build an institution for polio patients in Palm Beach, Florida.
It was used to demonstrate the diverse intentions people had when writing to FDR.

Baldwin, Faith. "Not Everyone Can Dance." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1938: 24-25. Print.
This is an article describing the plight of those struck with poliomyelitis. I used this article as an example of the
content in the 1938 issue of The Presidents Birthday Magazine.

Basil O'Connor Poses with 1952 Poster Child Larry Gross and President Harry Truman. 1952. March of Dimes
Foundation, White Plains. PBS. Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/photo-gallery/polio/>.
This is a photo of OConnor, Larry Gross, and Truman. I used this photograph to show how the legacy of the
March of Dimes continued on even after FDRs death. Presidents of the United States continued to be involved
with the organization well into modern times.




Belinger, Maria O. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 28 Jan. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter with a poem from Maria Belinger to FDR wishing him a happy birthday. I used this as an example
of a unique celebration of FDRs birthday (she wrote a very long poem to pay homage to FDRs various
accomplishments).

Berlin, Irving, Marion Hutton, and Ray Eberle. The President's Birthday Ball. Bluebird, 1942. AmHistory.SI.edu. Web. 29
June 2014. <http://amhistory.si.edu/polio/howpolio/enlargefdr_05.htm>.
This is sheet music for The Presidents Birthday Ball by Irving Berlin for the 1942 Birthday Ball. I used this
music to show the different kinds of contributions artists would make to FDRs cause (i.e. Christy donated his
large paintings and Berlin donated his musical compositions).

Bettis, Velma. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 10 Feb. 1945. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a young student in Chamblee, Georgia to FDR about fundraising for the National Foundation
for Infantile Paralysis. I used this letter to give an example of young children working hard to help the presidents
fight against poliomyelitis.

"Birthday Ball in Bermuda." The Bulletin [Washington] 27 Dec. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article interviewing the host of the Birthday Ball in the Bermudas. I used this article to
demonstrate the wide scope of the Birthday Balls as they even happened in British territories.

Birthday Ball in Tuttle, North Dakota. 1938. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of four women beside a large poster of Roosevelt at their local Birthday Ball. I used this
photograph to show the different kinds of celebrations that would take place on FDRs birthday in different places
around the United States.

Birthday of the President Dublin Issue. Perf. Eleanor Roosevelt, Jerry King. N.d. YouTube. 13 Apr. 2014. Web. 29 June
2014. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxcMWmtC_N4>.
This is a video of the 1942 Diamond Jubilee held in honor of FDRs birthday. I used this video to show the
different kinds of events and guests that were present at the national Ball (young boy afflicted with infantile
paralysis accompanied by Eleanor Roosevelt).

Blanchard, Harold. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. N.d. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a Canadian college student with polio, telling FDR how he had inspired him during his worst
days, and that he was going to go on to become a minister. I used it as an example of a letter from a polio victim.

A Boy Swimming. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs:
Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of a young patient at Warm Springs swimming in one of the therapeutic pools. It is used to
show daily life at the facility since many patients would swim to relax and exercise their muscles.

Boston News Bureau. "An Active Sick Man." Boston News Bureau 6 June 1927: n. pag. Print.
This article discussed FDR's activism in his community and on the--albeit smaller--political scene during the
years 1921 to 1928. I used it to show that FDR remained an important part of his community after he fell ill and
before he became governor of New York.

Briegel, Jesse. "The Waldorf-Astoria Celebration." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1937: n. pag. Print.
This is a magazine article about the Waldorf-Astoria Birthday Ball of 1937. I used this article to give the viewer a
mental picture of what the Birthday Ball looked like since the author gave many descriptions filled with imagery.

Brown, Elliot C. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 19 Aug. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from the Roosevelts' friend, Elliot, sending her condolences days after FDR fell ill. I used this letter
to show that maybe the Roosevelts' relationship with Elliot, the owner of a contracting company for the Grand
Central Terminal, may have made FDR's secret subway possible.

Bruce, Marjorie. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 28 Dec. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a 14-year-old girl writing to tell FDR about a club whose purpose is to bring joy to the lives
of polio victims. This was used to show variety of letters FDR received.

Bulkley, Reginald. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 15 July 1923. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter written to FDR before he became president, but nevertheless shows how much people cared about
him; so much so that they'd send word of a new, more comfortable folding wheelchair. The information about the
wheelchair was enclosed with the letter. I used the letter to demonstrate how beloved FDR was, both before and
after his presidency.

Byrne, James. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1945. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from James Byrne, a second grade student, to FDR about collecting money for the National
Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. I used this letter to show that even young children were actively involved in the
planning and execution of local Balls.

Cake Pieces from Franklin D. Roosevelt's Birthday Ball. N.d. National Museum of American History, Washington.
AmericanHistory.SI.edu. Web. 28 June 2014. <http://blog.americanhistory.si.edu/osaycanyousee/2013/week24/>.
This is a photograph of cake pieces from the 1934 Birthday Ball. I used this photograph to show how much
significance the Birthday Balls had to citizens since one person had kept a piece of the cake for so many years.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Apr. 1932: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Aug. 1931: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Aug. 1932: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Jan. 1932: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Jan. 1933: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle July 1932: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

"Calendar Of Interesting Events At Warm Springs." Polio Chronicle Nov. 1932: n. pag. Print.
This is a list of the different events and activities that went on in Warm Springs. I used this information to
construct an accurate portrayal of the entertainment and recreation options that patients at Warm Springs
wouldve had throughout different times of the year.

Camalier, Renah F. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 4 Jan. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from Renah F. Camalier, a member of the Cuff Link Gang, to FDR about the cuff links he sent her.
I used this letter to show that the members were still close even after the election of 1920 and to make the Cuff
Link Gang more personal by including a handwritten letter.

Campus Pool. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs:
Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the campus pool at Warm Springs. I used this photo to show what the inside of the
treatment center looked like and used it as a comparison with the old, glass-enclosed pool built earlier.

Carrier's Bakery Birthday Ball Cake. 1935. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photo of the birthday cake baked by Carriers Bakery for a local Birthday Ball in 1935. I used this
picture to show the effort put into community Balls and also to show what kinds of food would be served at these
Balls.

Celebrities Red Skelton and John Garfield Cut the Cake at a Birthday Ball. 1944. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde
Park. FDR Library. Web. 29 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of Red Skelton and John Garfield cutting the birthday cake at the 1944 Birthday Ball for
FDR. I used this photograph to show what the cake looked like and what type of people attended the national Ball.

Charles, Eleanor. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a young girl who simply wrote to tell FDR that her brother was in the Army Air Corps and to
express that she wanted to meet him and Eleanor. I used the letter to the different purposes people had for writing
to FDR.

Charts and Graphs with Figures on Polio Cases in the United States. Rep. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Eisenhower.Archives.gov.
Eisenhower Presidential Library. Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://www.eisenhower.archives.gov/research/online_documents/salk/Salk_A.pdf>.
This is a compilation of statistics on polio cases in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. I
used these graphs as a representation of how severe the polio epidemic in the US was at the time of FDRs
presidency and to show how the disease frequency seemed to rise and fall in a cyclic pattern.

Christmas At Warm Springs. 1933. Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation Archives, Warm Springs.
DisabilityMuseum.org. Web. 28 June 2014. <http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/dhm/lib/catcard.html?id=1074>.
This is a photograph of children at Warm Springs sitting around a Christmas tree. I used this photo to show what
the Foundation was like during the holiday season.

Christy, Howard C. President's Birthday Magazine 1935 Cover. 1935. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
President's Birthday Magazine. N.p.: n.p., n.d. N. pag. Print.
This is the painting that was used for the Presidents Birthday Magazine cover. I used this to show how significant
FDRs birthday was to the country since there was an entire magazine dedicated to his birthday and a famous
painter was willing to create art specifically for the event.

Christy, Howard C. President's Birthday Magazine 1937 Cover. 1937. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
President's Birthday Magazine. N.p.: n.p., n.d. N. pag. Print.
This is the painting that was used for the Presidents Birthday Magazine cover. I used this to show how significant
FDRs birthday was to the country since there was an entire magazine dedicated to his birthday.

Christy, Howard C. President's Birthday Magazine 1938 Cover. 1938. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
President's Birthday Magazine. N.p.: n.p., n.d. N. pag. Print.
This is the painting that was used for the Presidents Birthday Magazine cover. I used this to show how significant
FDRs birthday was to the country since there was an entire magazine dedicated to his birthday.

"Come to the Birthday Ball for the President." The Bulletin [Washington] 26 Dec. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article encouraging readers to attend their local Birthday Balls. I used this to show some
different types of advertisements for the 1936 Birthday Ball.

Committee for the Celebration of the Presidents Birthday. Diamond Jubilee: The Presidents Birthday Ball 1942.
Washington, D.C.: Committee for the Celebration of the Presidents Birthday, 1942. The National WWII Museum,
New Orleans, Louisiana. Web. 29 June 2014.
This is a flyer advertising the presidents Birthday Ball of 1942, also known as the Diamond Jubilee. I used this
flyer to show the kinds of advertisements that were used for FDRs 60th birthday.

Cunningham, Orval J. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 8 Sept. 1922. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This letter from a Kansas doctor to Roosevelt is a response to FDR's inquiry about a different type of treatment. I
used it to show that Roosevelt was looking for new, different ways to treat his illness and improve his health,
from the beginning.

Curtin, John. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Australias Prime Minister Curtin to FDR wishing him a happy birthday. I used this letter to
show that even during times of war, world leaders still took the time to acknowledge FDRs birthday.

Death Certificate for Franklin D. Roosevelt, 12 April 1945, File No. 9676, State of Georgia Department of Public Health.
Certified copy in possession Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York
This is the death certificate of FDR. I used this image on The Extinguishing of a Bright Flame page as it was
relevant to the topic of FDRs death and legacy

Delenor, Lillian. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 2 Feb. 1940. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Lillian Delenor to FDR describing the Birthday Ball in Kansas for black citizens. I used this
as an example of a unique celebration of FDRs birthday (only Ball in Kansas for black citizens).

Derwin, William J. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 17 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from the chairman of the Waterbury Infantile Paralysis Fund Campaign to FDR about their local
efforts to support FDRs cause. I used this letter to show how the media (sports reporters) and the military were
both very involved in local celebrations.

Draper, George. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 23 July 1925. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Draper to FDR, asking for a sample of his blood to concoct a serum for the treatment of polio
victims. The letter was used to show that FDR worked with his doctor to help others during his hiatus from the
larger political scene.

Eckhart, Jud. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 18 Nov. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a man who witnessed a child first contract polio, then be rushed to the hospital and suddenly
cured. This was used to show that people wanted to personally help FDR get better.

Eleanor Roosevelt Arrives at the Shoreham Hotel for a Birthday Ball. 1935. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 28 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photo of Eleanor coming to the Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. I used this photograph to show what
Eleanor wore during the celebration.

Eleanor Roosevelt at a Birthday Ball. 1941. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photo of Eleanor socializing at the Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. with celebrities. I used this
photograph to show the high-profile attendees of the Ball.


Eleanor Roosevelt Cuts the Cake at a Birthday Ball. 1936. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web.
28 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of Eleanor cutting the cake at the 1936 Birthday Ball. I used this photo to show the viewer
what Eleanor was wearing on the night of the celebration and also what the festivities would have looked like.

Eleanor Roosevelt Cutting the Cake at a Birthday Ball. 1934. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library.
Web. 28 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of Eleanor Roosevelt cutting the cake at the 1934 Birthday Ball. I used this photo to give a
visual representation of what the festivities at the Ball looked like.

Eleanor Roosevelt Cutting the Cake at a Birthday Ball. 1938. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library.
Web. 29 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of Eleanor Roosevelt cutting the cake at the 1938 Birthday Ball. I used this photo to give a
visual representation of what the festivities at the Ball looked like.

Elks Home Birthday Ball. 1934. Painting. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, n.p.
This is a painting that advertised for a local birthday ball in Elk City, Oklahoma. I used this as a banner for the
1934 Birthday Ball page as an example of a local celebration of FDRs birthday.

Elks' Home. National Birthday Ball for The President. Pottstown: n.p., 1935. Print.
This is the front cover of a Birthday Ball program for a local Ball in Pottstown. I used this image to show the type
of hand-outs that would have been given at a local Birthday Ball.

Elmore, Frances, and Bruce H. Smith, Jr. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 24 Jan. 1945. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from executives at the American Red Cross to FDR regarding a Birthday Ball in Brazil. I used this
to show that FDRs birthday was being celebrated all over the world, not just in the mainland United States.

Elvis Presley Posing with Polio Poster Child. 1956. Photograph. March of Dimes Foundation, White Plains. Elvis.com.
Web. 29 June 2014. <http://www.elvis.com/news/detail.aspx?id=5313>.
This is a photograph of rock and roll star Elvis Presley with Joanne Wilson, 1956 March of Dimes poster child. I
used this photo to show how the 1950s was still a major time for celebrity involvement with the March of Dimes.

"Events of the Evening." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is an article in the Presidents Birthday Magazine that listed the events that occurred at the 1936 Birthday
Ball chronologically. I used this article to give the viewer an accurate sense of the types of entertainment and
speeches that would have been given at a presidential Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C.

"Events of the Evening." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1937: n. pag. Print.
This is an article in the Presidents Birthday Magazine that listed the events that occurred at the 1937 Birthday
Ball chronologically. I used this article to give the viewer an accurate sense of the types of entertainment and
speeches that would have been given at a presidential Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C.

Everett. "President Franklin Roosevelt." Fine Art America. FineArtAmerica.com, 2014. Web. 28 June
2014. <http://fineartamerica.com/featured/president-franklin-roosevelt-everett.html>.
This is a rare picture of FDR in his wheelchair. I placed it on the homepage to show an image of Roosevelt as a
victim of a crippling disease.

FDR and Companions Swimming at Warm Springs, 1930. 1930. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Georgia Info:
An Online Georgia Almanac. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://georgiainfo.galileo.usg.edu/topics/history/article/progressive-era-world-war-ii-1901-1945/franklin-d.-
roosevelts-nineteenth-visit-to-georgia>.
This is a photo of FDR swimming in a pool at Warm Springs with other patients. This was used in a slideshow
showing FDR relaxing at Warm Springs to show that he too would use the facilities along with the rest of the
patients.

FDR at Campobello. 1933. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Presidential Library and Museum. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/archives/collections/franklin/?p=digitallibrary/digitalcontent&id=2055>.
This is a photo of FDR sailing aboard the Amberjack II on his way to Campobello from Massachusetts. I used this
image to show how FDR changed after he became paralyzed, and how he continued to frequent Campobello,
where he first contracted his illness.

FDR at Warm Springs. 1937. Vanishing Georgia. Digital Library of Georgia. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/cgi/vanga?userid=public&dbs=vanga&action=results&rset=&recno=1&numrecs=96&
format=_contact>.
This is a photograph of FDR in a striped swimming suit sitting poolside at Warm Springs. This was used in a
slideshow showing FDR relaxing at Warm Springs to show that he too would use the facilities along with the rest
of the patients.

FDR Campobello. 1912. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Presidential Library and Museum. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/archives/collections/franklin/index.php?p=digitallibrary/digitalcontent&id=215
0>.
This is a photo of FDR with his son at Campobello in 1912, before he became ill. I used this image to demonstrate
a change in Roosevelt before and after he fell ill, while still in the same setting.

FDR in Swimsuit. N.d. Pampered Penguin. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://pamperedpenguin.blogspot.com/2012/05/may-22-23-2012-warm-springs-ga.html>.
This is a photograph of the exhibit in the Warm Springs museum that shows FDRs bathing suit. I used this on the
introduction to Warm Springs page to help the viewer better visualize what FDR may have looked like while he
was relaxing and recovering at the facility.

FDR in Warm Springs, GA, 1932. Perf. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. 1932.Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and
Museum. Web. 27 June 2014. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3a4tEvCDJ0>.
This is footage of FDR and his close associates eating at a table in Warm Springs. I used this video as a
representation of daily life at Warm Springs and what the staff looked like at the time.

FDR with George Foster Peabody and Four Other Men at Warm Springs. 1930. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde
Park. Georgia Info: An Online Georgia Almanac. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://georgiainfo.galileo.usg.edu/topics/history/article/progressive-era-world-war-ii-1901-1945/franklin-d.-
roosevelts-twentieth-visit-to-georgia>.
This is a photograph of FDR and some of the main staff at Warm Springs. He is sitting beside Dr. LeRoy Hubbard
in this picture. I used this to give a personal feel to the Warm Springs Foundation by giving a face to those who
worked there and helped make daily operations possible.

Fifth Regiment Armory. The President's Birthday Ball. Baltimore: n.p., 1939. Print.
This is a program given out by the 5th regiment armory in Baltimore to promote the local Birthday Ball. I used
this to show the typical hand-out that would have been given out at a local Ball.

"Final Figures for 1943 President's Birthday Ball." The Winthrop News 7 Oct. 1943: 1. News.Google.com. Google Inc.
Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=1023&dat=19431007&id=Ec0kAAAAIBAJ&sjid=Iw8GAAAAIBAJ&
pg=751,583811>.
This is a newspaper article about the amount raised for the 1943 Birthday Ball. I used this to demonstrate the level
of success of state Balls.

Foligne, Madeleine. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 2 Aug. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a French woman, asking for aid from FDR for her illness. I used it as an example of letters
FDR would receive from foreigners.

For Our Only Defense Against Killing Crippling Infantile Paralysis. 1940. Advertisement. Print.
This advertisement is about the different ways in which the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis is fighting
against polio (increasing research, ensuring competent treatment, and giving motion aid). I used this to show some
of the specific ways in which the funds of the National Foundation were utilized.

Frank, H. B. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 23 Jan. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This letter is from the wife of a variety store owner, telling FDR about her polio-stricken son, who she believed
became ill from overexertion, like FDR. This was used as an example of the parent of a polio victim writing to
FDR.

Franklin D. Roosevelt in Warm Springs, Georgia. 1923. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web.
27 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/images/photodb/09-1594a.gif>.
This is a photo of FDR sitting by the pool in a tank top and black shorts. This was used in a slideshow showing
FDR relaxing at Warm Springs to show that he too would use the facilities along with the rest of the patients.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Waving a Check Representing the Proceeds from the First Birthday Ball in the White House. 1934.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 28 June 2014.
<https://fdrlibrary.wordpress.com/tag/polio/>.
This is a photograph of FDR holding a massive check for the money raised from the first Birthday Ball in 1934. I
used this photo to show that the Birthday Balls, despite their celebratory appearances, were mainly used to raise
money for the Warm Springs Foundation.

Franklin Roosevelt Marks His 60th Birthday with the Diamond Jubilee Birthday Ball. 1942. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 29 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of FDR sitting next to his cake for his 60th birthday. I used this photograph to show what the
cake looked like at the Ball and also to show that even large organizations like the AFL were involved in the
celebration.

Franklin Roosevelt Receives a Check for the National Institute of Paralysis from Hollywood Supporters. 1944. Franklin D.
Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 29 June 2014. <http://docs.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/bdphot.html>.
This is a photograph of FDR receiving a check for the National Foundation of Infantile Paralysis from Hollywood
celebrity supporters. I used this photograph to show that the Birthday Balls, despite their celebratory appearances,
were mainly used to raise money for the National Foundation.

Frank Sinatra Helps Support the March of Dimes in 1946. 1946. March of Dimes Foundation, White Plains. PBS. Web.
29 June 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/the-day-polio-began-losing-its-grip-on-america/>.
This is a photo of singer Frank Sinatra promoting the March of Dimes. I used this photo to show how FDRs
influence extended beyond his lifetime and continued to make a difference in peoples lives after his early death.

"From the Press of January 31, 1936 Concerning the President's Birthday Ball." Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 13 Feb.
1936. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter to FDR showing the different reviews of the Birthday Ball of 1936 by newspapers. I used this to
show the publics positive reaction to the presidents Birthday Ball.

Fundraising for Roosevelt (1944). 1944. YouTube. 13 Apr. 2014. Web. 29 June 2014.
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wbddZFJs_0>.
This is footage of dimes being counted and sorted as a part of the March of Dimes campaign. I used this to give
the viewer a sense of the enormous about of dimes sent to the White House during the 1940s.

GeorgiaInfo. "Franklin D. Roosevelt's 2nd Visit to Georgia." GeorgiaInfo: An Online Georgia Almanac. GeorgiaInfo,
2014. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://georgiainfo.galileo.usg.edu/topics/history/article/progressive-era-world-war-ii-1901-1945/frankli
n-d.-roosevelts-second-visit-to-georgia>.
This is a photo of FDR at Warm Springs, dressed in his bathing suit and sitting by the pool. I used this image on
the homepage to illustrate an important part of his battle with his illness: Warm Springs.

Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1940. Rep. Warm Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1940.
DisabilityMuseum.org. NEC Foundation of America. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://disabilitymuseum.org/dhm/lib/detail.html?id=2168&page=all>.
This is the annual report of the Georgia Warm Springs Foundation for the year 1940. It was used to gain
information about the historical background of Warm Springs, the daily operations of the institution, and the
facilities present at Warm Springs.

Gerchow, Keith E., and William J. Hoot. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 5 Feb. 1945. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the co-chairmen of the Presidents Birthday Ball Committee of Monongalia County, West
Virginia to FDR about their local Ball. I used this as an example of a local organization asking FDR for his
autograph to be auctioned off in their Ball as was often done.

Gil Neira, Octavio, and Olga Arias Gil Neira. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 1 Mar. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a Colombian couple asking FDR for help for their sick son. I used it as an example of
international letters FDR received.

Glass Enclosed Pool. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm
Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the old, glass-enclosed pool at Warm Springs. I used this photo to show what the inside of
the treatment center looked like and used it as a comparison with the newer hydrotherapy pool later built.

Governor Hurley Buying Tickets for the Bermuda Birthday Ball. 1937. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde
Park.
This is a photo of Massachusetts Governor Hurley buying the first ten tickets to the Birthday Ball in Bermuda in
1937. I used this photograph to show how the Birthday Balls spread to other regions of the world outside of the
United States.

Grace Kelly Distributes Materials to Philadelphia Mothers' March Leaders. 1954. March of Dimes Foundation, White
Plains. PBS. Web. 29 June 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/photo-gallery/polio/>.
This is a photograph of actress Grace Kelly giving out polio-related materials to Mothers March leaders in
Philadelphia. I used this photo to show the strong celebrity involvement in the March of Dimes even after FDRs
death.

Greek Division Democratic Party of Cook County Illinois. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library. N.p.: n.p., 1934. Print.
This is an autograph book that was made and signed by members of the Greek Division of the Democratic Party
club of Cook County, Illinois. I used this to show how dedicated citizens were to FDRs cause.

Greene, Walter L. FDR Birthday Ball Cake. 1934. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of a birthday cake served at a local Birthday Ball. I used this picture to give an example of
the types of food served at local Balls during 1934.

Guestbook at Warm Springs. 1926. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photo of the guestbook used at Warm Springs for incoming patients. I used this photo to make the
process of entering into Warm Springs more real for the viewer by showing actual patients signatures.

Gwinn, Mark. "Angel Without Wings." Successful Living (n.d.): 17. Print.
Though not a letter, this journal clipping was sent to FDR by Elias A. Bailey, as a way to inform the president of
new methods of treatment for polio. I used this to show how much people cared about FDR.

"Happy Days at Warm Springs with President and Mrs. President." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1937: 27-28. Print.
This is a photospread in the Presidents Birthday Magazine for the 1937 Birthday Ball. I used this article to show
what type of content the Presidents Birthday Magazine contained.


Hasbrouck, Paul. Letter to Mr. Hasbrouck. 8 Apr. 1927. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from patient Paul Hasbrouck to his father while he was a resident at Warm Springs. I used this
letter to show how patients still kept in touch with their families during their stay. I also used it as an example of
daily life at the Foundation since Hasbrouck mentions many of his daily observances in the letter.

Hasbrouck, Paul. Postcard to Mr. Hasbrouck. N.d. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a postcard that patient Paul Hasbrouck wrote to his father while he stayed at Warm Springs. I used this
postcard to show how patients still kept in touch with their families during their stay. I also used it as an example
of daily life at the Foundation since Hasbrouck mentions many of his daily observances in the back of the
postcard.

Hicks, Perry. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 16 Aug. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a woman asking FDR for help to treat her polio-stricken brother. I used it as an example of
people who wrote to FDR seeking aid.

Hollander, Leonard M. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 26 Jan. 1934. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a letter from Leonard Hollander to FDR. I used this to show how FDRs cause affected people with polio
all around the country.

Hotel Association of Lakewood Birthday Cake. 1934. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of a birthday cake made in Lakewood, California by local bakers in 1934. I used this photo
to give an example of the types of food served at local Balls during 1934.

How Can I Help Fight Infantile Paralysis. Advertisement. 02 Jan. 1938. Print.
This is an advertisement informing citizens on why and how to donate to the Committee for the Celebration of the
Presidents Birthday. I used this to show the kinds of advertisements used during the Birthday Balls and also to
show to change of opinion of the AOA toward FDRs fight against infantile paralysis (their stamp of approval is
shown on the advertisement).

Howe, Harland B. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 5 Aug. 1937. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a man suffering from polio who wanted to inform FDR of a new type of leg brace that is
more comfortable than others. This was used to demonstrate the care people felt toward FDR.

Hubbard, LeRoy W. Annual Report Of The Surgeon-Chief, Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, Incorporated. Rep. Warm
Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1929. DisabilityMuseum.org. NEC Foundation of America. Web. 28
June 2014. <http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/dhm/lib/detail.html?id=2166&page=all>.
This is the annual report of the surgeon-chief (Dr. L. Hubbard) for the year 1929. I used this information to add
details about the Play House and the Infirmary.

Hurd, J. Milton. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 14 Dec. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from an architect who wanted to inform FDR of his theory that polio may be caused by exposure to
carbon monoxide gas. This was used to show that people were researching on their own and reporting it to the
president.

Hydrotherapy Techniques. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual
Report. Warm Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the hydrotherapy techniques they performed on patients at Warm Springs. I used this
photo to demonstrate what exactly hydrotherapy entails since the term may be considered a bit obscure.

Jacobs, Maurice W. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 22 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter the United Service Organizations director, Maurice Jacobs, wrote to FDR about their his local
Birthday Ball in 1944. I used this to show how the military was involved in many of the local Birthday Balls
celebrations as well as regular civilians.

Jenkins, William H. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 21 July 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a man who sent FDR a short story he wrote, from the perspective of a dime, to support the
March of Dimes. I used it as a unique example of creative things people sent FDR.

Joan Crawford Holds a Poster of the Polio-stricken President Roosevelt. N.d. March of Dimes Foundation, White Plains.
PBS. Web. 29 June 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/photo-gallery/polio/>.
This is a photograph of Hollywood star Joan Crawford holding a poster of FDR for the March of Dimes campaign.
I used this photograph to show how heavily involved celebrities were in FDRs cause even after his premature
death. I also used it to show how FDR was still the prominent figure in polio-related campaigns after his death.

Kirschenbaum, A. I. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 10 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from the president of the Young Israel of Parkchester organization to FDR regarding a local 1944
Birthday Ball. I used this to show how various local religious organizations would host their own Balls.

Kress, George. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 19 Dec. 1935. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a "California and Western Medicine" representative, thanking FDR for his tribute to the L.A.
nurses. It provided evidence that FDR intentionally and comfortably talked about his illness in public.

Kubicek, John. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1941. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the chairman of the Slovak American Committee for the Celebration of the Presidents
Birthday. I used this to show that the Birthday Balls engaged many different ethnicities of people.

Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 1 Feb. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a grandmother telling FDR about her polio-stricken grandson who drowned years ago, and
sending a dime for the March of Dimes cause. I used this as an example of a family member writing about a sick
loved one.

Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 7 Sept. 1936. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from an adult who had contracted polio, telling FDR her story. I used it as an example of a polio
victim that wrote to FDR.

Levy, B. Tilden. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 29 Aug. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter to FDR from a life insurance company representative, saying that he read in a newspaper about
FDR's illness. I used it to show that FDR's illness was a public affair, from the beginning.

Luther, Laura. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 31 Jan. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a young girl with polio. I used it as an example of a young child who wrote to FDR about
their struggles with the disease.

March of Dimes in Hawaii. 1939. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of Hawaiians supporting FDRs March of Dimes campaign. I used this photograph to show
how the Birthday Ball influence extended beyond the mainland and into the island territories.

Marilyn Monroe Encourages Americans to Take the Polio Vaccine. N.d. March of Dimes Foundation, White Plains. PBS.
Web. 29 June 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/photo-gallery/polio/>.
This is a photograph of Marilyn Monroe wearing a March of Dimes pin next to a poster encouraging the polio
vaccination. I used this photo to show how common it was for even big-name celebrities like Marilyn Monroe to
promote FDRs foundation in the 1950s.




Markey, Sydney B. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 11 Mar. 1935. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a woman who sent FDR a newspaper clipping of an article about a boy who slowly recovered
from polio. I used it as an example of people who sent FDR clippings from newspapers and magazines.

Medical Building. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs:
Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photo of the Medical Building at Warm Springs. I used this photograph to give a visual representation of
what the buildings looked like back in the 1940s and how large they were.

Metcalfe, Buehler. Letter to Stephen Early. 20 Jan. 1940. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the chairman of the Ice Tournament for School Children in Omaha, Nebraska to Stephen
Early about the local Birthday Ball. I used this letter to describe a unique celebration of FDRs birthday (the
children put on costumes and put on a play to raise money).

Michael Hoke. N.d. Childrensortho. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://www.childrensortho.com/history-childrens-orthopaedics-atlanta.html>.
This is a photograph of Michael Hoke, the second Chief Surgeon of Warm Springs. I used this picture to give a
personal feel to the Warm Springs Foundation by giving a face to those who worked there and helped make daily
operations possible.

Morgan, P., Jr. Letter to Chester Hammond. 13 Jan. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the chairman of reception, P. Morgan, to Lt. Colonel Chester Hammond about the itinerary
for Eleanor Roosevelt at the presidents Birthday Ball in 1943. I used this memo to show the meticulous planning
and coordination that went into each celebration.

Morgan, P., Jr. Memorandum to Door Committees. 28 Jan. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a memo from the chairman of reception, P. Morgan, to the door committees at the presidents Birthday
Ball in 1943. I used this memo to show the meticulous planning and coordination that went into each celebration.

The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. President's Birthday MagazineJan. 1938: n. pag. Print.
This is an advertisement announcing the start of the National Foundation by FDR. I used this to introduce the new
foundation (as opposed to the Warm Springs Foundation) as the prime benefactor of the Birthday Ball fundraisers.

National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis Campaign. 1942. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
NewDeal.FERI.org. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://newdeal.feri.org/library/photo_details.cfm?PhotoID=5317&ProjCatID=10100&CatID=6&subCatID=1024
>.
This is a photograph of a billboard for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. I used this photo to give an
example of advertising for the Birthday Balls and the fight against infantile paralysis.

"Nation's Leaders Lament F.R.'s Death." Pioneer Press [St. Paul] 13 Apr. 1945: n. pag. Print.
This is a collection of quotes from the worlds leaders regarding FDRs death. I used this article to give an
overview of the reaction of the nation to FDRs passing (many urged the public to put their trust in Truman or
called FDRs death a shock).

Nicks, Beverly. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 23 Jan. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a woman with a disability to FDR about their local 1942 Birthday Ball. I used this letter to
show that FDRs cause reached the millions of disabled people in the country, not only those afflicted with
poliomyelitis.





O'Connor, Basil. "Close to the Heart." March of Dimes: A Book of Good Deeds. Washington: Motion Picture Theaters,
1943. 1. Print.
This is the introductory note that Basil OConnor, president of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis,
wrote for the booklet given out at the Motion Picture Theatres Drive. I used this to given an example of one of the
largest partners of the National Foundation and the work that they do to help raise funds.

Parker School District. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1934. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a letter from the Parker SD to FDR containing hundreds of signatures from students wishing FDR a happy
birthday. I used this letter to demonstrate the level of enthusiasm and significance the presidents birthday had for
the common citizens.

Parran, Thomas. Letter to Marvin McIntyre. 7 Apr. 1938. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde
Park, New York.
This letter from the surgeon general to FDR's secretary states that he had enclosed information about polio care that
the president was interested in. I used the letter to show that, no matter when, FDR never gave up hope to lessen the
impact of his illness on his health.

Parrish, George. Letter to Culbert Olson. 25 Sept. 1935. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a letter from the L.A. health officer to the chairman of the Democratic State Central Committee of California
about FDR's arrival. I used it to show that FDR's tribute to the L.A. nurses was a public affair.

Patients Playing Ping-Pong. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report.
Warm Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of patients at Warm Springs playing ping-pong. I used this photograph to demonstrate what
life outside of treatment would be like for many residents.

Patients with a Giant Puzzle. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report.
Warm Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of patients holding giant puzzle pieces of Warm Springs. I used this photograph to represent
how patients entertained themselves at the Foundation.

The Pennsylvania Railroad Traffic Department. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 25 Jan. 1935. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the PA railroad department to FDR explaining their advertising techniques. I used this letter
to portray the intense effort that was put into some of the local Birthday Balls and to show how much dedication
the citizens had to their president.

Philip Hoerter and a Birthday Ball Cake. 1935. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. The Courier.
Brooklyn: n.p., 1935. N. pag. Print.
This is a photo of Mayor Philip Hoerter standing with a birthday cake that was donated to a local hospital. I used
this photo to make the local Birthday Ball more personal by showing a photo of the man that organized it.

Photograph, Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill at Tehran Conference. 1943. Photograph. John F. Kennedy Presidential
Library and Museum, Boston. <http://www.jfklibrary.org/Asset-Viewer/Archives/JFKPOF-006-007-p0073.aspx>
This is a photograph of Stalin, Roosevelt, and Churchill at the Tehran Conference during WWII. It was used to
show how FDR was actively involved in affairs besides the fight against polio.

Physios. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs: Georgia
Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the physiotherapists at Warm Springs. I used this photo to give the viewer an idea of what
the regular staff looked like at the time. It is used to represent daily life at the Foundation since physical therapy
was a main portion of the treatment many patients received.


Polio Patients at Warm Springs Georgia Spa Honoring the Dead President FDR. 1945. Kings Academy. Web. 27 June
2014. <http://www.kingsacademy.com/mhodges/03_The-World-since-1900/07_World-War-Two/07j_Final-
Assault-on-Germany-2.htm>.
This is a photograph of polio patients at Warm Springs, Georgia sitting outside of the Little White House while
FDRs body is driven past. I used this photograph to give a visual image of the patients at Warm Springs with
their physical aids since many of them are in wheelchairs surrounded by physical therapists.

The Presidents Birthday Ball. 30 Jan. 1939. Advertisement. Print.
This is an advertisement for FDRs 1939 national Birthday Ball. I used this poster to provide an example of an
advertisement used in 1939 to encourage citizens to attend the celebration.

"The President's Birthday Ball At The Waldorf-Astoria." DisabilityMuseum.org. NEC Foundation of America, n.d. Web.
29 June 2014. <http://www.disabilitymuseum.org/dhm/lib/detail.html?id=2038&page=all>.
This is a magazine article from The Presidents Birthday Magazine. I used it to create a slideshow based on the
outline of the events and entertainers that were present at the 1939 national Ball.

The President's Birthday Cake Louisville, KY. 1938. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of a large birthday cake baked for the president at a local Birthday Ball in Louisville,
Kentucky. I used this photo to show how dedicated the regular American was to FDRs cause since the cake is
highly ornate and professionally done.

President Roosevelt's Birthday (1941). Perf. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. 1941.YouTube. 13 Apr. 2014. Web. 29 June 2014.
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VGtSrlosUg>.
This is footage of the 1941 national Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. I used this video to show what FDR and
Eleanor Roosevelt looked like at the time as well as the different activities and guests that were present at the
celebration.

President Roosevelt Celebrates Birthday (1938). Perf. Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt. YouTube. N.p., 13
Apr. 2014. Web. 29 June 2014. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_jSrGPmnPY>.
This is a video showing attendees at the 1938 Birthday Ball in Washington, D.C. I used this video to show what
types of dances and what festivities went on at the national Ball.

President Roosevelt's 61st Birthday (1943). Perf. Eleanor Roosevelt. N.d. YouTube. 14 Apr. 2014. Web. 29 June 2014.
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy8xymyDrxY>.
This is footage of FDRs 61st birthday in 1943. I used this to give an example of the kinds of entertainment
available at the national Birthday Ball (ventriloquism).

Poughkeepsie Journal. "Rendezvous with History: Timeline." PoughkeepsieJournal.com. Poughkeepsie Journal, 2014.
Web. 28 June 2014. <http://archive.poughkeepsiejournal.com/projects/fdr/timeline/>.
This is a photo of FDR standing with the aid of crutches. It was used to show how FDR struggled and coped with
his paralytic illness.

"Puerto Rico 35 Ball." The Bulletin [Washington] 27 Dec. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article detailing the events that took place at the Birthday Ball in Puerto Rico. I used this
article to demonstrate the wide scope of the Birthday Balls as they even happened in places other than mainland
USA.

Raymond, Gene. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 5 Feb. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from actor Gene Raymond to FDR wishing him a happy birthday. I used this letter to show that
even celebrities participated in the celebration of the presidents birthday.

Renah F. Camalier's Cuff Links. N.d. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. FDR Library. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://www.fdrlibrary.marist.edu/aboutfdr/birthday.html>.
This is a photograph of Renah F. Camaliers cuff links. I used this photograph to show what the cuff links FDRs
Cuff Link Gang wore looked like (especially the engraved initials).

Ringling Brothers. The Bulletin [Washington, D.C.] 30 Mar. 1942: n. pag. Print.
This is an advertisement in The Bulletin for the Ringling Brothers fundraiser for the National Foundation for
Infantile Paralysis. I used this to give an example of a unique fundraiser for the Foundation (entire proceeds from
ticket sales opening night were donated to the National Foundation).

Roll Call of the States. Feb. 1943. Raw data. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a list of the total profit made from the motion picture theatre drive in each state. I used this to give an idea
of how much was raised in movie theatres alone (nearly 40%) for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis.

Ronald Reagan with March of Dimes Ambassador. 1986. March of Dimes Foundation, White Plains. MarchOfDimes.com.
Web. 29 June 2014. <http://www.marchofdimes.com/mission/mission-75.aspx>.
This is a photograph of President Ronald Reagan with March of Dimes National Ambassador, Scott Cunningham,
in 1986. I used this photo to show how FDRs influence extended beyond his lifetime and continued to make a
difference in peoples lives many decades later.

Roosevelt, Eleanor. Letter to James Roosevelt Roosevelt. 23 Aug. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is the second of three letters Eleanor wrote to James, Roosevelt's half brother, after Roosevelt contracted his
illness. Eleanor explains the details of the doctors' initial diagnosis, and I used this information to show what
doctors first thought of FDR's sickness.

Roosevelt, Eleanor. Letter to James Roosevelt Roosevelt. 25 Aug. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This was the last of three letters Eleanor wrote to James after FDR first became ill. She thanks him for his
condolences and again states details about FDR's diagnosis. I used this information to show what doctors initially
thought of FDR's illness.

Roosevelt, Eleanor. This I Remember. New York: Harper & Bros., 1949. Print.
This is Eleanor Roosevelt's autobiography that concerns mostly the years 1920 through 1945. She discusses the
impact of FDR's illness on his life, both personal and political, many times throughout the book, and I used this
information to provide detail about Roosevelt's political career after he fell ill, the way their family largely
ignored FDR's illness, and the rumors that were spread about FDR's health. I also used her famous quote on the
homepage, stating that FDR's illness made him a better man.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Address of the President on His 53rd Birthday Anniversary." The Second Annual Birthday Ball.
Washington, D.C. 28 June 1935. Address.
This is a speech on the radio made by FDR during his second annual Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more
accurate representation of the events, specifically FDRs annual radio address, that would have occurred at the
Ball.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Address of the President on His 57th Birthday Anniversary." The Sixth Annual Birthday Ball:
1939. Washington, D.C. Address.
This is a speech on the radio made by FDR during his sixth annual Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more
accurate representation of the events, specifically FDRs annual radio address, that would have occurred at the
Ball.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Address of the President on His 58th Birthday Anniversary." The Sixth Annual Birthday Ball:
1940. Washington, D.C. Address.
This is a speech on the radio made by FDR during his seventh annual Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more
accurate representation of the events, specifically FDRs annual radio address, that would have occurred at the
Ball.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Address of the President on His 59th Birthday Anniversary." The Eighth Annual Birthday Ball:
1941. Washington, D.C. Address.
This is a speech on the radio made by FDR during his eighth annual Birthday Ball. I took a quote from this speech
to show FDRs lasting passion for his cause.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Address of the President on His 64th Birthday Anniversary." The Eleventh Annual Birthday Ball:
1944. Washington, D.C. Address.
This is a speech on the radio made by FDR during his eleventh annual Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more
accurate representation of the events, specifically FDRs annual radio address, that would have occurred at the
Ball.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Appeal for Chilean Earthquake Victims." Washington, D.C. Speech.
This is a short speech made by FDR regarding the recent earthquake in Chile. I used this speech to demonstrate
that FDR had also performed other duties on his birthday besides attending the Birthday Ball and making his
radio addresses.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "Informal Remarks of the President to State Chairmen of Birthday Ball Committees." Washington,
D.C: 02 Dec. 1941. Web. National Archives, Washington, D.C.
<http://research.archives.gov/description/197996>.
This is a transcript of FDR expressing concern that Americans think he is 75 instead of 60 years-old. I used this to
provide a humorous anecdote about a mix-up during the presidents Diamond Jubilee in 1942.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to Basil O'Connor. 10 Dec. 1932. MS. NYS Library, Albany, New York.
This is a letter written by FDR to Basil OConnor about funding for the Patients Aid Fund. I used this letter to
show the willingness of the American people to donate to FDRs cause.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to Carl Byoir. 1 Feb. 1935. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Carl Byoir, a planner of the national Birthday Ball, to FDR. I used this letter to provide
information on a bet that was made between the two of them on how much money would be raised in the year
1935 from the Birthday Ball campaign.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to Dr. Albert H. Freiberg. 3 May 1926. MS. N.W. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a letter to Dr. A. Freiberg from FDR about how FDR is not trying to trick the AOA into providing him
positive publicity. I used this letter to demonstrate the AOAs suspicion toward Warm Springs and FDRs good
intentions.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to George Draper. 27 July 1925. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park, New York.
This response from FDR to Draper states that FDR is willing to give him a blood sample. This letter
was used to show FDR's activities during his hiatus from the major political scene.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to Harry Walker. 29 July 1924. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from FDR to an invalid, stating his improvements in health and expressing his hope for a full
recovery. This letter was used to show FDR's persistence and hope for recovery.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to R. Bertron. 4 Sept. 1924. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde
Park, New York.
This is a letter from FDR to a friend, detailing his methods of treatment and his hopes for his health in the future. I
used the letter to demonstrate that FDR never gave up hope for recovery and continuation of his past life, personal
and political.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. Telegram to Dr. Albert H. Freiberg. 2 May 1926. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a telegram sent to Dr. A. Freiberg by FDR about finding a doctor to head the medical operations at Warm
Springs. I used this telegram to show the process of hiring Dr. LeRoy Hubbard as the Chief Surgeon in the
Development page.


Roosevelt, Franklin D. Letter to Dr. LeRoy W. Hubbard. 5 May 1926. MS. NYS Library, Albany, New York.
This is a letter from FDR sent to Dr. L. W. Hubbard requesting him to be the Chief Surgeon for Warm Springs. I
used this letter to show FDRs intense desire for Dr. Hubbard to head the medical department at Warm Springs. I
also used it to demonstrate FDRs large hopes and aspirations for the Foundations therapy techniques.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "President Roosevelt's Message to Parents." Parents' Magazine n.d.: 17. Print.
This is an article FDR wrote to applaud parents of polio-stricken kids for their hard work and cooperation in
helping not only their kids, but others' as well. I used this to show that FDR did not try to hide his illness from
anyone.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "The President's Address." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is an article in the Presidents Birthday Magazine on the presidential radio address given on the eve of the
1936 Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more accurate representation of the events that occurred during the Ball
by providing the exact words FDR had spoken on the radio to the American people.

Roosevelt, Franklin D. "The President's Address." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1937: 5. Print.
This is an article in the Presidents Birthday Magazine on the presidential radio address given on the eve of the
1937 Birthday Ball. I used this to give a more accurate representation of the events that occurred during the Ball
by providing the exact words FDR had spoken on the radio to the American people.

Roosevelt Sitting Poolside at Warm Springs, Georgia. 1924. Ed Jackson, Carl Vinson Institute of Government.
AmHistory.SI.edu. Web. 27 June 2014. <http://amhistory.si.edu/polio/howpolio/fdr.htm>.
This is a photograph of FDR in his black swimsuit sitting poolside at Warm Springs. This was used in to show
that FDR found the resort enjoyable on his first visit in 1924.

Roosevelt Swimming in Warm Springs. 1935. USNews. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://www.usnews.com/news/photos/presidents-on-vacation>.
This is a photo of FDR swimming in a pool at Warm Springs with other patients. This was used in a slideshow
showing FDR relaxing at Warm Springs to show that he too would use the facilities along with the rest of the
patients.

"Roosevelt's Little White House at Warm Springs." National Parks Service. U.S. Department of the Interior, n.d. Web. 28
June 2014. <http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/presidents/roosevelts_little_white_house.html>.
This webpage is about FDRs first experience at Warm Springs in 1924. I used this site to add information on the
purchase of Warm Springs by FDR and the reasons he had for believing Warm Springs had potential as a
therapeutic center.

Roosevelt, Theodore. Letter to Eleanor Roosevelt. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Teddy Roosevelt to Eleanor, sending her and FDR his condolences after hearing of his illness.
The letter was used to show how FDR's illness affected his relations with other political figures.

Rose, Harriet E. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 31 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a child, Harriet Rose, to FDR about her local Birthday Ball. I used this letter to demonstrate
that even young children were heavily involved in their local Birthday Balls (she was the chief organizer).

Round Table Talk on Infantile Paralysis. Blue Network. N.d. Print. Transcript.
This is a transcript of the round table talk on the Blue Network with Eleanor Roosevelt, Basil OConnor, and
Helen Douglas. I used this script to show how polio affected the country in different ways. For instance, those
with polio were to receive better care with the aid of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, and many
high school students were encouraged to take the physical therapy career path.

S. 2501, 84 Cong. (1955) (enacted). Print.
This is the Senate Bill S.2501 authorizing grants to the states to assist in providing children and expectant mothers
with the Salk vaccine. I used this federal document to show how quickly the Salk vaccine was distributed on a
nationwide basis since both this bill and the vaccine were approved within the same year (1955).

Saenz, Peregrino. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 29 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from an Italian man asking for help for his polio-stricken son. I used it as an example of
international letters FDR received.

Schenck, Nicholas M. "Dimes That Save Lives." March of Dimes: A Book of Good Deeds. Washington: Motion Picture
Theaters, 1943. 2. Print.
This is an introduction to the booklet given out at the Motion Picture Theatres Drive. I used this as a segway into
the statistics shown later on in the booklet that are also included on the Marching to the White House page.

Scott, Fletcher. Letter to Missy LeHand. 12 Dec. 1940. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from F. Scott to FDR about Arkansas quota system. I used this information to explain the newly
emerging quota strategy for collecting funds for the Committee for the Celebration of the Presidents Birthday.

Seagram's. President's Birthday Magazine 30 Jan. 1936: n. pag. Print.
This is an advertisement made by Seagrams supporting the presidents Birthday Ball. I used this to give
an example of an advertisement sponsored by a company, which was a main strategy for increasing
attendance at Birthday Balls.

Shemp, Russell. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 5 June 1948. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt LIbrary, Hyde Park, New York.
This a letter from a pharmacist who believes he has developed something that could help treat polio. This was
used to show the variety of people who wrote to FDR.

Shoumatoff, Elizabeth. Unfinished Portrait. 1945. Warm Springs Foundation, Warm Springs. Georgia Info: An Online
Georgia Almanac. Digital Library of Georgia. Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://georgiainfo.galileo.usg.edu/topics/history/article/progressive-era-world-war-ii-1901-1945/franklin-d.-
roosevelts-forty-second-and-final-visit-to-georgia>.
This is the last portrait of FDR ever made. It was unfinished since FDR died in the middle of the sitting. I used
this painting to show the Unfinished Portrait that I had mentioned earlier in The Extinguishing of a Bright Flame
page. It showed what FDR may have looked like in his last moments before death.

Simpson, Kirke L. "Carry On, There Is Nothing to Fear But Fear Itself."Oklahoman [Oklahoma City] 13 Apr. 1945: n.
pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article about one persons reaction to FDRs death. I used this article for a quote on how
inspiring FDR was to the American public during the Great Depression, World War II, and fight against infantile
paralysis, for his famous words never left the minds of the people even after his death.

Snippy and Snappy. 1941. Photograph. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photo of two chipmunks named Snippy and Snappy that performed to raise money for FDRs birthday. I
used this as an example of a unique celebration of FDRs birthday (the chipmunks learned many tricks and acts to
entertain people in return for a small fee).

Souvenir Program Presidential Birthday Ball. Arnold: Ukrainian Hall, 1938. Print.
This is the cover of a program for a Birthday Ball in Arnold, PA. I used this to portray the types of hand-outs that
would be given out at a typical local Birthday Ball.

Spargo, John. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 5 Aug. 1942. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a man who wanted to inform FDR of the history of polio and what may have been the first
documented case of it. I used it to show that people sincerely wanted to help FDR with his illness in any way they
could.

"Sponsored Advertising." The Bulletin (27 Dec. 1936): n. pag. Print.
This is a page from a newsletter by The Bulletin explaining the campaign of sponsored advertising. I used this
source to get statistics and information on the strategy that was used to promote attendance at FDRs Birthday Ball
of 1936.

Steibel, Rob. "FDR." Kirby Dynamics. Jack Kirby Museum, 4 Apr. 2011. Web. 28 June 2014.
<http://kirbymuseum.org/blogs/dynamics/2011/04/04/fdr/>.
This is a photo of FDR at his desk in the White House. I used it to show how FDR is generally perceived today: a
strong and successful president.

Sunbathing. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs:
Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the sunbathing area. I used this photo to demonstrate that there were many recreational
opportunities available at Warm Springs for patients when they werent receiving treatment.

Tappan Intermediate School Gymnasium. 1941. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park.
This is a photograph of a gymnasium in Detroit, Michigan decorated for their local Birthday Ball. I used
this photograph to show how much effort and dedication was put into preparing for FDRs birthday in each and
every community.

Thomas, Isabella. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 7 May 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a woman who wanted to share with FDR a success story of a young polio-stricken man that
was able to graduate from The West Coast Training Center of United States Army Air Forces. I used it as an
example of success stories FDR would receive by mail.

Tobin, James. The Man He Became: How FDR Defied Polio to Win the Presidency. New York:
Simon & Schuster, 2013. Print.
This book is about Roosevelt's political comeback and reentry into politics after he fell ill and how he won the
presidency despite his disability. I used both general information and quotes from this book to describe what
others thought FDR's illness would entail for his political career, and to dispel the myth that the American people
were ignorant of FDR's illness and that he intentionally hid it from the public eye.

"To Help Fight Infantile Paralysis." President's Birthday Magazine Jan. 1937: n. pag. Print.
This is a magazine article on where the money raised by the Birthday Ball of 1937 will go. I used this article to
specify how the money would be utilized by the Warm Springs Foundation after it was collected (i.e. funding
research).

"Tribute to Los Angeles Nurses by President Franklin D. Roosevelt." California and Western Medicine 41.4 (1935): 394.
Print.
This is an article about the L.A. nurses who contracted polio from their patients, along with FDR's letter of tribute
to them. This was used to show that FDR's illness was widely known.

Truesdell, David O., Mrs. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 11 Jan. 1941. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park,
New York.
This is a letter from a woman asking FDR to write her note allowing her to start an organization for obtaining iron
lungs so she could publish the note in a newspaper. This was used to show the diversity of intentions people had
in writing FDR.

Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. Print.
This was the 20th anniversary report of the Warm Springs Foundation. It was used to find statistics on the patients
residing at Warm Springs and was also used to find out more about the different buildings and treatments offered
at Warm Springs. Pictures were also used from the pamphlet of the Medical Building and FDRs arrival at the
institution.

Urban, Mary. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 12 Jan. 1937. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the Mayors Committee for the Birthday Ball for the President in Yonkers, New York. I used
this letter to give an example of a creative way to celebrate FDRs birthday (by building a pretend doll-house
hospital for children to play in).


U.S. Treasury Department Public Health Service. Public Health Bulletin. N.p.: Public Health, n.d. Print.
This is the cover of the bulletin information that FDR sought, sent to his secretary by the surgeon general. It was
used to illustrate the polio care information in which FDR was interested.

Voice of the Democratic Women of Oklahoma. Fight Infantile Paralysis. Oklahoma: n.p., 1939. Print.
This is a pamphlet that urges citizens to join FDR in the fight against polio. I used this photograph to show a type
of advertisement that was used to encourage people to attend the Birthday Ball of 1939.

Walking Area. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm Springs:
Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of patients walking with canes and physical therapists on the walking grounds. I used this
photo to show what the daily treatments were at Warm Springs and how patients spent their time while at the
Foundation.

Warm Springs Foundation. Statistics of the Twentieth Year. 1947. Raw data. Warm Springs Foundation, Warm Springs.
These are statistics regarding the demographics of Warm Springs patients and the number of medical operations
performed. I used this data to give more information on the patients of Warm Springs. I also used it to give
examples of what kinds of medical treatment patients would receive at the Foundation.

Warm Springs Institute. N.d. New Georgia Encyclopedia, Warm Springs. Digital Library of Georgia. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/meta/html/nge/ngen/meta_nge_ngen_m-1441.html?Welcome>.
This is a photograph of the Little White House. I used this as a visual representation of where FDR would have
stayed in Warm Springs.

"Was Resting in Georgia; Death Sudden." Courier Journal [Louisville] n.d.: n. pag. Print.
This is a newspaper article detailing exactly what happened during the presidents death from eye-witness
accounts. I used this article to craft an accurate portrayal of the sudden and abrupt nature of FDRs death.

Wayburn, Ned. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 23 Jan. 1937. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the theatrical producer of the pageant held at the national Birthday Ball to FDR. I used this
letter to give the viewer a sense of the planning that went into each Ball in terms of scheduling.

Weaver, R. H., Marie Pharr, Wilma McQueen, J. E. Wright, Robert Casttoff, and A. C. Graham. Letter to Franklin D.
Roosevelt. 29 Apr. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from students of Hardin Junior College. These students had disabilities and thanked FDR for
helping polio victims and allowing them to be educated so that they could take part in the war effort at home. It
was used to show the diversity of people who wrote to FDR.

Weibel, Barbara A. Untitled Photograph of the Pools at Warm Springs. N.d.The Schiller Institute. Web. 27 June 2014.
<http://schillerinstitute.org/educ/hist/eiw_this_week/v4n4_jan27_1934.html>
This is a photograph of the pools at Warm Springs. I used this on the overview of the Warm Springs Foundation
page to show what the therapeutic pools Warm Springs was famous for might have looked like.

The White House. Citations given by the President to Dr. Jonas E. Salk and the National Foundation for Infantile
Paralysis.Eisenhower.Archives.gov. Eisenhower Presidential Library, n.d. Web. 29 June 2014.
<http://www.eisenhower.archives.gov/research/online_documents/salk/Salk_C.pdf>.
These are citations for both Dr. Salk and the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. I used these citations to
portray the immense amount of respect and gratitude given to both parties as well as FDR since he was explicitly
mentioned in the citation for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis.

Whitted, Theo H. Gift of Life. 1940. MS. Duke University, Durham.
This is the manuscript for the play Gift of Life performed for FDRs birthday in Durham, North Carolina. I used
this as an example of a unique celebration of FDRs birthday (a one act play that was performed on both stage and
radio to raise money for the fight against poliomyelitis).


Wilbiren, Tommy. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 18 Jan. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from Tommy Wilbiren, a member of the military, to FDR about his efforts to collect money for the
March of Dimes. I used this letter to show the variety of people that fundraised for FDRs cause.

Wilder, Bruce. "Canadian Student Who Beat Polio May 'Ppay Off' by Becoming Minister." [Toronto] 19
Nov. 1940: n. pag. Print.
This is the newspaper article about the Canadian student that he enclosed in his letter. I used it as an example of
clippings that FDR would often receive.

Wilson, Woodrow. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 16 Sept. 1921. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt
Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter that Wilson wrote to FDR, wishing him well after hearing the news that he had fallen ill and had to
be hospitalized. I used this letter to show what a political force FDR was even before he fell ill and the effect of his
illness on his relationships with other politicians.

Wiss, Hellen. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 28 Jan. 1941. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from Hellen Wiss, a ten year-old child, to FDR wishing him a happy birthday. I included this letter
because it showed that even young children were aware and involved in the presidents Birthday Ball campaign.

Wolcovinsky, Samuel. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 18 Mar. 1944. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library,
Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from a Colombian man seeking help for his polio-stricken son. I used it as an example of letters FDR
received internationally.

Women Square Dancing. 1947. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park. Twentieth Anniversary Annual Report. Warm
Springs: Georgia Warm Springs Foundation, 1947. N. pag. Print.
This is a photograph of the women of Warm Springs gathered for square dancing. I used this photo to show what
patients did during their free time apart from treatment.

Wood, George. Letter to Pat Harrison. 18 Jan. 1939. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from George Wood, an editor of the Winona Times, to Senator Harrison about their local Birthday
Ball. I used this to give an example of a unique celebration held in honor of FDRs birthday (a wedding was used
as entertainment).

Yondley. "President's Birthday Ball." The President's Birthday Ball. Washington: n.p., 1939. Print.
This is a cartoon of people attending FDRs Birthday Ball expressing how theyre doing good and having fun
simultaneously. I used this cartoon to show how the Birthday Balls were perceived as both enjoyable celebrations
and progressive fundraisers to help end poliomyelitis.

Young, Mary L. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 30 Jan. 1945. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York.
This is a letter from the director of a Birthday Ball, Mary Young, to FDR. I used this letter as an example of a
unique celebration of FDRs birthday (staged a doll-house clinic for the children).

Ziegenfus, Eleanor. Letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt. 28 Aug. 1943. MS. Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New
York.
This is a letter from a mother who wants a signed photograph from FDR for her polio-stricken 5-year-old
daughter. This was used as an example of a parent writing on behalf of their sick child.