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Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972

Charles Ross, President Truman and Edward T. Folliard on Williamsburg

Left to right: Charles Ross, President Harry S. Truman, and Edward T. Folliard (White House reporter from the Washington Post) on the sun deck of the Williamsburg, off Bermuda. The picture was autographed in either 1957 or 1958 by Edward T. Folliard as follows: "For President Harry S. Truman, who in the momentous years 1945-53 held the line for the Free World. Edward T. Folliard." (Same as 67-5241 except for autograph) From: Edward T. Folliard.

President Truman Visits Mexico

President Harry S. Truman places a wreath at the base of the monument to the "Heroes of Chapultepec," in memory of Mexican war dead during his visit to Mexico. A printed message to Mr. Truman on the photo reads; "They, too, were present in this second that changed the history of two nations. Enrique Diaz." From: Office of President Truman, found in locked credenza of his desk. [This is a 10" x 13" oversize photo mounted on card stock. See also 69-361 and 66-3165.]

Former President Harry S. Truman, Margaret, and Clifton Daniel

Former President Harry S. Truman (center) clasps the hands of his daughter, Margaret, and her fiancé, New York newspaperman E. Clifton Daniel, Jr., at La Guardia Airport in New York City on March 16, 1956. Mr. Truman arrived for an overnight visit during which he will have a "quiet dinner" with the couple. The wedding is scheduled for April 21st in Independence, Missouri. (See also 77-3779.) This is a 14" x 16" oversize photo mounted on heavy card stock. From: Office of Harry Truman.

President Truman Speaking at the Democratic National Convention

Both arms raised, President Truman blasts the G.O.P. as he delivers his acceptance speech before Democratic National Convention delegates at Convention Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Senator Alben Barkley, nominated for Vice-President, sits behind the President on the left. (Similar to 59-1530, 64-480-1/7, and 92-72-1) This is a 14" x 16" oversize photo mounted on heavy card stock. From: Office of President Truman.

Truman and Barkley at Democratic Convention

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Convention Hall is in hysteria as the two men who will carry the colors of the Democratic Party into the presidential race, President Harry S. Truman (left) and Senator Alben Barkley, shake hands on the speaker's platform. Sam Rayburn, permanent chairman, is on the right. (Same as 77-3548 except uncropped) This is a 14" x 16" oversize photo mounted on heavy card stock. From: Office of President Truman.