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Truman Library Institute Board Meeting

Intermittent video with sound (rough sync) featuring portions of the 12th Annual Institute Board Meeting in the research room at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, MO. Meeting attendees include Ambassador Averell Harriman, Professor Thomas Blaisdell, Richard Ruetten, Theodore Wilson, Director of the Library and Institute Secretary Philip Brooks, Institute President Elmer Ellis, Institute Vice President Francis Heller, Cyrus Eaton, and Institute Treasurer Tom Evans.

Continuation of KCMO Broadcast of Truman Library Dedication

Conclusion of dedication ceremonies for the Harry S. Truman Library. This recording includes MC Basil O'Connor turning the deed to the Truman Library to the US Government, and Administrator of General Services Administration Franklin G. Floete's remarks upon acceptance. In his remarks, Floete conveys President Eisenhower's message. Former president Harry S. Truman introduces former president Herbert Hoover and former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. Mr. Truman gives brief remarks as he conveys the Truman Papers and Artifacts to Dr. Wayne C. Grover, Archivist of the United States.

Map of Universities and Colleges Surrounding the Proposed Harry S. Truman Library

A map that shows the institutions of higher learning within a 500 plus mile radius of the proposed Harry S. Truman Library in Grandview, Missouri. An inset of the United States highlights the area covered on the larger map. Raised printed lettering at the top left corner reads: "Bainbridge Studio Bristol." Handwriting on the front reads: "R43 3/8." Handwriting on the back reads: "3580."

Drawing of the Proposed First Floor of the Harry S. Truman Library

Two prints, taped together, that show a portion of the proposed first floor of the Harry S. Truman Library. The plan, a smaller cropped version of M69, shows the dimensions of each room and includes a table regarding doors. Annotations on the front read: "Office," "Conference," "Museum Storage and Workroom," "Reading Room," and "Microfilm Reading Rm." A crease running through the top portion distorts the drawing.