Political conventions

Smiling President Harry S. Truman and Senator Alben Barkley appear before delegates of the Democratic National Convention with members of their families. Left to Right: Mrs. Bess Truman, President Truman, Mrs. Max Truitt (Marian Frances), daughter of Senator Barkley, Senator Barkley, and Margaret Truman. From: Houston Post.

President Harry S. Truman, Mrs. Bess Truman, and daughter Margaret (left) wave from the back platform of their train tonight just before leaving for Philadelphia. Mr. Truman and his party will drive direct from the station there to Convention Hall. Same as 68-1949, only this is a better print. From: Houston Post.

Here are three serious studies of President Harry S. Truman as he assailed Republican policies in his acceptance speech at the Democratic convention in Philadelphia. From: Houston Post.

President Harry S. Truman and Senator Alben Barkley sit behind the speaker's stand, waiting to be introduced, just before they spoke to the Democratic Convention tonight. From: Houston Post.

It's just the beginning for this trio as they wave to cheering delegates at the marathon closing session of the Democratic Party's 1948 conclave. They'll be doing it often during the upcoming Presidential campaign. Left to Right: First Lady Bess Truman, Margaret Truman, and Mrs. Max Truitt, daughter of Senator Alben Barkley. Photo is slightly touched up. From: Houston Post.

President Harry S. Truman (left) leads applause for Senator Alben Barkley as the veteran Kentucky Senator stands at the speaker's stand to address the Democratic Convention which nominated him for the vice-presidency. Others applauding are J. Howard McGrath, center, national Democratic chairman, and Representative Sam Rayburn. From: Houston Post.

President Truman smiles and waves a farewell from the ramp of his plane today. He is taking off for Chicago to address the Democratic National Convention. Donor: Houston Post.

President Harry S. Truman (left) smiling as he rides in a open car from his hotel to the Stockyards Inn, adjacent to Chicago's International Amphitheater where the Democratic Convention is in session attempting to name a party presidential nominee. With him are Treasury Secretary John Snyder (center) and Mayor Martin Kennelly of Chicago.

President Harry S. Truman speaking at the 1952 Democratic National Convention. In this speech, President Truman launches Governor Adlai Stevenson's campaign, declaring him the standard bearer of the party. From: Houston Post.

Former President Harry S. Truman smiling and having a good time with members of the press. He is on a trip in New York City, staying at the Sheraton Astor Hotel. He is in town during a national Democratic club meeting. From: George S. Zimbel Collection.