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American Federation of Labor President William F. Green endorsing the Wagner-Ellender-Taft Housing Bill. He also urged that the home purchase interest rate be reduced to 3 1/2% and that the maturity be extended from 25 to 32 years. From: Beth Gore

American Federation of Labor President William Green was presented the Medal of Merit for his contribution to labor's war effort in ceremonies at the War Department. The presentation was made by Secretary of War Robert P. Patterson. From: Beth Gore

Mrs. Harry S. Truman, Margaret Truman, Mrs. Max Truitt, daughter of Alben Barkley, Vice President Alben Barkley and President Harry S. Truman leaving the Blair House for the Inaugural Ceremonies. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Lena Horne performing at the inaugural gala, a lovely full length view of her at the microphone. Original photograph is in a photo album of inaugural events.

Photo of President Harry S. Truman extending a warm welcome to President Expidio Quirino of the Philippines when he arrived at Washington National Airport for an official Washington visit. On the left is Joaquin M. Elizalde, Philippine Ambassador to the United States. From: Beth Gore.

Photo of President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines Sergio Osmena (right) arriving in this country for discussions on the rebuilding of his country. He is shown at Washington National Airport being greeted by Paul V. McNutt, Commissioner of the Philippines. From: Beth Gore.

Photo of President Harry S. Truman and President Sergio Osmena of the Philippines conferring at the White House. Left to right: President Truman, President Osmena, and Secretary of State Edward R. Stettinius. From: Beth Gore.

President Harry S. Truman (left) and President Sergio Osmena of the Philippines as they conferred at the White House today. From: Beth Gore.

Dillon S. Myer, Federal Public Housing Authority Commissioner, shown before the House subcommittee investigating Co-ops. From: Beth Gore.

Photo of Puerto Rico's first elected Governor, Luis Munoz Marin (right), being greeted by President Harry S. Truman at the White House. On the left is Secretary of the Interior J.A. Krug. From: Beth Gore.