Martin, Joseph W. (Joseph William), 1884-1968
Truman addressing Congress
President Harry S. Truman (second from left) addressing Congress, with Speaker of the House Joseph Martin in the background (right).
President Truman with Senator Vandenberg and Representative Martin
President Harry S. Truman (left) shaking hands with Senator Arthur Vandenberg (center) and Speaker of the House Joseph W. Martin (right) after delivering his State of the Union address.
Harry S. Truman giving a speech to Congress
President Harry S. Truman (back to viewer) shaking hands with President of the Senate Pro Tempore Arthur H. Vandenberg (left) and Speaker of the House Joseph W. Martin (right) after giving a speech to Congress. In his address to Congress, President Truman asked for price and wage controls to reduce the high cost of living for Americans.