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Former President Truman Speaks at Reciprocity Club Luncheon

Washington, D. C. Former President Harry S. Truman moves unhesitatingly over a multitude of controversial subjects today as he addresses a Reciprocity Club luncheon. He spoke out against the "ignorant and uninformed people" who oppose extension of the U. S. Capitol, offered some advice to President Dwight D. Eisenhower on how to meet personal attacks, took a slap at General Douglas MacArthur, and talked happily of Democratic prospects for 1958. Same as 70-643, only no crop marks. From: Houston Post.

Harry S. Truman and Jack Benny Take Part in the K. C. Philharmonic Orchestra

Kansas City, MO. During a rehearsal of a concert tonight, former President Harry S. Truman and comedian Jack Benny got together backstage for a piano-violin duet. The concert tonight is a benefit for Kansas City's Philharmonic Orchestra with Harry S. Truman as a guest conductor and Benny as soloist. Mike Todd, film producer, reported killed today in a New Mexico plane crash, was to attend the concert and accompany Benny to New York tomorrow. Same as 68-1073, slightly darker print. From: Houston Post.

Harry S. Truman is a Guest Conductor to the Kansas city Philharmonic

Former President Harry S. Truman stands on the podium, leading the Kansas City Philharmonic Orchestra in the finale of a benefit concert. Truman, acting as master of ceremonies and guest conductor, led the orchestra in a stirring military aire. Comedian Jack Benny appeared as violin soloist. The event marked the 25th anniversary of the orchestra. From: Houston Post.

Former President Truman Holding the AMVETS Americanism Award

Washington D. C. Former President Harry S. Truman, a veteran of World War I, holds a shiny silver replica of a World War II soldier's helmet -- the AMVETS Americanism award -- as he is honored by the group of World War II and Korean War veterans. Harry S. Truman once a captain in the field artillery, was honored at a Saturday night banquet. From: Houston Post.

Harry S. Truman conducts the K. C. Symphony Orchestra

Kansas City, MO. This is a combination that would draw crowds anywhere, but you'd hardly expect it at a serious concert. Conducting the Kansas City Symphony Orchestra in "The Stars and Strips forever," is Harry S. Truman, better known as a former U. S. President. The violinist at left is well known in another field -- he is comedian Jack Benny. The concert raised about $50,000 and nearly erased the orchestra's deficit. Benny played two solos -- "Zigeunerweisen" (Gypsy Airs) by Sarasate Mendelssohn's violin concerto in "E" minor. Truman also conducted the national anthem.