Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972

Former President Harry S. Truman grants an interview to a group of educators at his office in the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri. Left to right are: Dr. Peter Fraenkel of the Ford Foundation; Dr. Mario Samame, Rector, National Engineering University, Lima, Peru; former President Harry S. Truman; Dr. Jorge Succar, Dean of Industrial Engineering, National Engineering University, Lima, Peru; and Professor William S. Sangster, College of Engineering, University of Missouri at Columbia.

Former President Harry S. Truman grants an interview to a group of educators at his office in the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri. Left to right are: Dr. Peter Fraenkel of the Ford Foundation; Dr. Mario Samame, Rector, National Engineering University, Lima, Peru; former President Truman; Dr. Jorge Succar, Dean of Industrial Engineering, National Engineering University, Lima, Peru, and Dr. Joseph C. Hogan, Dean, College of Engineering, University of Missouri at Columbia.

President Harry S. Truman signs a photograph for Vic Housholder of Phoenix, Arizona, both of the 35th Division, at the White House. In the spring of 1918, Lt. Vic Housholder saved the life of Captain Harry S. Truman during World War I. (Same as 59-1270 except size and autograph which reads: Kindest regards to Vic, Harry S. Truman). From: Vic H. Housholder

Snapshot of (left to right) Bess Truman, former President Harry S. Truman, and Elsie Howard taken at the house of Charles and Elsie Howard on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary. Donor: David Howard, grandson of Elsie Howard

Both sitting in chairs, former President Harry S. Truman shakes hands with Edward Hughes Pruden, Jr., at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D. C. Mr. Truman was in town for a celebration of his 75th birthday. This photograph was taken by Dr. Edward H. Pruden, the boy's father, who was a pastor in Washington, D. C.

President Harry S. Truman bends down to shake hands with two-year-old Walter S. Hummel of Independence, Missouri, upon the President's arrival at the Jackson County Courthouse in Independence to be the guest of honor at a victory rally staged by his fellow townsmen. From: Walter Hummel.

Former President Harry S. Truman (left) shakes hands with Earl Hogan, M.C., 9th District, Indiana. The photo is autographed as follows: To Hon. Harry S. Truman With Best Wishes - Earl Hogan, M.C., 9th District, Indiana - 1959 Earl Hogan

Snapshot of former President Harry S. Truman (before the microphone to the right of the ramp) and a group of unidentified people standing on a platform at the dedication ceremony of the Ralph E. Truman Memorial Armory in Springfield, Missouri.

Former President Harry S. Truman (standing), speaking at the dedication of the Ralph E. Truman Memorial Armory in Springfield, Missouri. Others on the platform are unidentified.

Former President Harry S. Truman speaking at the dedication of the Ralph E. Truman Memorial Armory in Springfield, Missouri.