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Weatherford, Robert P., 1911-2001

KCMO broadcast of the dedication of the Truman Library. Speeches by: Basil O'Connor, Charles Halleck, and Dr. Elmer Ellis

Remarks at the dedication ceremonies for the Harry S. Truman Library (full ceremony is 1 hr., 5 min. - HST speaks for 3 min.). SR72-4-1 is the beginning of the ceremony, which includes MC Basil O'Connor, an invocation by Archbishop of the Kansas City-Saint Joseph Diocese John P. Cody; the National Anthem sung by Phil Regan; welcoming remarks by Independence Mayor Robert P. Weatherford, Jr.; remarks by Governor of Missouri James T. Blair; Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn; Assistant Minority Leader of the House Charles Halleck; Minority Leader of the Senate William F.

Former President and Mrs. Truman and Robert P. Weatherford at the ground breaking ceremony for the Harry S. Truman Library

Bess Wallace Truman and Robert P. Weatherford (backs turned)and Harry S. Truman near microphone (back turned). This is the ground breaking ceremony for the Harry S. Truman Library in Slover Park, Independence, Missouri. Donor: Kenneth Thompson

Mr. and Mrs. Truman at Homecoming Dinner in Independence, Missouri

From left to right: Mrs. Robert Weatherford, Mayor Robert Weatherford, former President Harry S. Truman and Mrs. Bess Wallace Truman at a homecoming dinner given for them at the Laurel Club dining room at the Reorganized Latter Day Saints Auditorium in Independence, Missouri. Photo is copied from original slide number SL2421. Donor: Mrs. James Schuette.