Text for a speech made by Barbara C. Jordan at the State Democratic Convention in Dallas, Texas.

Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan before the State Democratic Convention in Dallas, Texas, on which she served as the first African American officer.

Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan in which she stands for the Democratic Party and notes the time period in which black Americans could not get a seat in the Democratic convention.

Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan in which she stands for the Democratic Party and notes the time period in which black Americans could not get a seat in the Democratic convention.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan meeting guests of the Texas Club of Washington. She is pictured on the right wearing a black dress, looking left, speaking to a woman wearing teal.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan meeting with Jonathan Eugene and a group of unidentified guests at the Texas Club of Washington. She is pictured on the left side of the picture, wearing a dark-colored dress and smiling. Jonathan Eugene is next to her in a light-colored suit.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan, wearing a dark-colored dress, with an unidentified man, wearing a light-colored suit, at the Texas Club of Washington.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan and an unidentified woman (possibly More Tolbert) standing for a portrait. The writing on the portrait reads, "To Mrs. More Tolbert Thank you for a great evening Barbara Jordan." Both women are wearing dark-colored dresses.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan and Jonathan Eugene at the Texas Club of Washington. She is wearing a dark-colored dress, and he is wearing a light colored suit. Both can be seen from the chest up.

Letter from Chester Higgins, Jr. to Marian Ricks, or Barbara Jordan's office, saying that he hopes "the Congresswoman will be pleased with these photos of her."

Text for a speech made by Barbara C. Jordan for the Democratic National Telethon in Los Angeles, California, telling the story of her journey from humble beginnings to a member of the United States Congress.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan receiving an award in recognition of her dedication to her work in the 18th District. She is standing with Jonathan Eugene and an uindentified woman. She is wearing a dark-colored dress, the woman next to her is wearing a light-colored dress, and the man next to her is wearing a light-colored suit.

Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding national health care and the integrity of the profession of physicians as well as the United States government.

Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding national health care and the integrity of the profession of physicians as well as the United States government.

Memo from Bud to Barbara Jordan explaining that he purchased "3 each of 3 selections" from the photos taken by Chester Higgins, plus copyright permission. He mentions in the second paragraph that they "should get written access...before we allow professional photographers to take your picture. The handwritten note at the bottom says that Congresswoman Jordan has accepted the policy detailed in the second paragraph.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan on her trip to China, sharing a cup of tea with three unidentified gentlemen. Jordan is wearing a dark-colored dress, and the three men are wearing light-colored suits.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan standing with three unidentified gentlemen in China, posing for a portrait. Jordan is wearing a dark-colored dress, and the men are wearing dark-colored suits.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan in China with the US Government Contingent sharing a cup of tea. Jordan is wearing a dark-colored dress, with four men in light-colored suits, and a man in a dark-colored suit.

Speech given by Barbara C. Jordan, about America's future in the aftermath of Watergate and Richard Nixon.

Text for a speech by Barbara C. Jordan before the United Steel Workers, about America's economy and inflation.

Text for a speech by Barbara C. Jordan before the United Steel Workers, about America's economy and inflation.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan speaking at the Bi-Centennial Celebration of 1974. She is standing at the podium in front of Congress, while the Speaker of the House and clerks look on. Jordan is wearing a light-colored dress.

Photograph of Barbara Jordan speaking at the Bi-Centennial Celebration of 1974. She is standing at the podium in front of Congress, while the Speaker of the House and clerks and members of Congress look on. Jordan is wearing a light-colored dress.

Photograph of a colonial band playing for Congress in the meeting hall. Members of Congress are arranged in eight rows, all of which are facing forward towards the Speaker of the House.