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Truman, Margaret (Mary Margaret), 1924-2008

Political Cartoon, "Historical Moves"

This is a photograph of a political cartoon, "Historical Moves," by Karl Kae Knecht and published in the Evansville, Indiana Courier on November 22nd, 1948. This cartoon shows President Harry S. Truman and Secretary of State George Marshall walking into the White House with luggage as movers work around them. The movers are bringing items from the White House, such as a piano, to the "Lee House Blair House, temporary home of the President" across the street. Margaret is seen in the Blair House window. One man working with the movers says "Start repairs as soon as they move."

Truman Funeral at Truman Library

The burial service of former President Harry S. Truman takes place in the courtyard of the Truman Presidential Library. Father John H. Lembcke, Jr., presides as officiating minister. Bess W. Truman and Margaret Truman Daniel are seated near the head of the casket. An unidentified man places a floral tribute on the casket of Mr. Truman. The pallbearers leave in formation on the left. The pallbearers are identified, left to right, near side: casket bearer team leader Sgt. Lyle Gray, Army; Seaman Richard Seid, Navy; S/Sgt. Bill Taylor, Air Force; Sgt. Tim Phillips, Marines.