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Independence Mayor Robert Weatherford speaks at the dedication of a replica of the Liberty Bell

2005-95
Accession Number
2005-95
3x4 inches
Black & White
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NAID 350376558
Keywords
Dedications (Monuments, etc.)
Mayors
Speeches, addresses, etc.
HST Keywords
France - Annecy - Liberty Bell; Liberty Bell - Annecy, France; Missouri - Independence - Buildings - Memorial Hall; Missouri - Independence - Ceremonies - Liberty Bell; Truman - Dedications - Presidency - Liberty Bell - Missouri, Independence
People Pictured
Weatherford, Robert P., 1911-2001
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Credit:
A.W. Easter

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
Standing behind the podium at Memorial Hall, Independence, Missouri Mayor Robert Weatherford speaks during the dedication of a 2,500-pound replica of the Philadelphia Liberty Bell which was sent to Independence by the people of Annecy, France, and was formally accepted by President Harry S. Truman on behalf of Independence and the United States. In front, on the street, can be seen members of an ROTC color guard from William Jewell College. From: A.W. Easter.
Date(s)
November 6, 1950