In 1946, Henry Ford II organized the Office of Public Relations and hired the first Director of Public Relations. Public Relations directors from 1946-1964 included: William D. Kennedy, 1946-1947; James W. Irwin, 1947; Charles E. Carll, 1947-1952; and Charles F. Moore, Jr., 1952-1964. The Office of Public Relations expanded and flourished under Moore's direction. He and his staff successfully planned and executed a year long celebration of Ford Motor Company's fiftieth anniversary in 1953. Theodore H. Mecke, Jr. succeeded Moore in 1965 as Vice President of Public Relations.
From the description of Office of Public Relations (Ford Motor Company) records subgroup, 1903-1987 (bulk 1942-1978). (The Henry Ford). WorldCat record id: 54793424
