Motion Picture MP2002-464
Screen Gems Collection (outtakes from the television series "Decision: The Conflicts of Harry S. Truman")
Administrative Information
Footage
72 feet
Running Time
48 seconds
Film Gauge
35mm
Tape Format
Betacam SP
VHS
Sound
sound
Color
Black & White
Produced by
Screen Gems in association with Ben Gradus
Restrictions
Undetermined
Description
Bluma Jacobson and Mary Jane Truman speak of Harry S. Truman’s succession to the Presidency; then Mr. Truman speak about being a citizen of the United States. Film with sound.
Date(s)
ca.
1961 - 1963
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Moving Image Type
Screen Gems
Shot List
- Reel 1
| 0:00 | Bluma Jacobson, whose husband Eddie was a friend of Harry Truman's, speaks of Harry S. Truman becoming President of the United States after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. She says they were sad, but felt Harry would do the job and do it well. | |
| 0:30 | Mary Jane Truman comments on her brother becoming President. She said he had only been Vice President a short time and had little preparation. They couldn't help but shed a few tears. | |
| 1:12 | Harry S. Truman speaks about the idea that a citizen of the United States is to do what he can for the welfare of the country. | |