In this photograph, taken by Robert L. Knudsen on September 16, 1963, President John F. Kennedy signs a joint resolution in support of the city of Detroit's bid to host the 1968 Summer Olympic Games. During the signing ceremony in the Cabinet Room, President Kennedy delivered filmed remarks for members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Letters from President Kennedy were also sent to members of the IOC along with Detroit's promotional brochure materials. Despite the president's endorsement, the IOC selected Mexico City to host the 1968 Summer Olympic Games on October 18, 1963. Pictured here behind President Kennedy are officials from Michigan, from left to right: Representative James G. O'Hara, Representative Lucien N. Nedzi, Senator Pat McNamara (partially hidden), Mayor Jerry Cavanagh of Detroit, Senator Philip A. Hart, Representative Martha W. Griffiths, Representative Neil Staebler, and Representative Harold M. Ryan.

This photograph shows a young Gerald R. Ford as a college student at the University of Michigan, dressed for football practice. Ford was a dedicated and talented athlete. During his first year at the University of Michigan, Ford was awarded the Meyer Morton Most Promising Freshman trophy, and was later voted most valuable player by his teammates during his senior year.

In this photograph, taken July 13, 1975, First Lady Betty Ford drops by the May Fudge Shop during her trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan. On July 12-13, 1975, President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford were overnight guests of Governor William G. Milliken and his wife, Helen. In addition to the visit to the fudge shop, the president and first lady attended a breakfast for participants in the 36th Annual Conference of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court, toured the town and historic Fort Mackinac, and enjoyed a carriage ride. This photograph is part of a collection belonging to former White House Executive Chef Henry Haller. Haller served as executive chef of the White House from 1966-1987.