Speeches, addresses, etc.

Former President Harry S. Truman smiles and holds up a framed political cartoon he has just received at a Democratic Party luncheon held in Charleston, West Virginia. The man on the right is unidentified.

Overview of President Harry S. Truman as he tonight hailed a Democratic victory in New York as a portent of a new sweep for his party in the 1950 Congressional election. Speaking before the Women's National Democratic Dinner at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D. C., as their guest of honor, the Chief Executive told the group that he is exceedingly happy over today's election outcome. This is a general view of the banquet as Mr. Truman addresses the group. Bess Truman can be seen at the head table, sixth from the left. (See also 77-1066.) Donor: Mrs. Bertha R. Friant.

Both arms raised, President Truman blasts the G.O.P. as he delivers his acceptance speech before Democratic National Convention delegates at Convention Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Senator Alben Barkley, nominated for Vice-President, sits behind the President on the left. (Similar to 59-1530, 64-480-1/7, and 92-72-1) This is a 14" x 16" oversize photo mounted on heavy card stock. From: Office of President Truman.

Former President Harry S. Truman at the podium addressing a gathering at a Veteran's Day program in Welch, West Virginia. An unidentified man sits behind him.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith speaking at podium in front of a photo of himself. Others unidentified.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith at the microphone at a Legion luncheon.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith speaking at podium. Unidentified people shown in the background.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith speaking at podium. Two unidentified men are in the background.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith at the microphone during a Legion luncheon.

American Legion National Commander Paul Griffith speaking at microphone at luncheon table.