Fourth of July celebrations

Rufus Burrus (at podium) addresses the audience during the 4th of July program at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri.

William Walker (at podium) sings the National Anthem during the 4th of July program at the Harry S. Truman Library. Rufus Burrus (in grandstand area, right) stands for the Anthem. Former President Truman is standing behind Walker. Others are unidentified.

William Walker (at podium) sings the National Anthem during the 4th of July program at the Harry S. Truman Library. Rufus Burrus (in grandstand area, right) stands for the Anthem. Former President Truman is standing behind Walker. Others are unidentified.

Mr. Gerlich (at podium) addresses the audience at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri during the 4th of July program.

Boy and Girl Scouts of America (at podium) addressing the audience at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri during the 4th of July program. Mr. Gerlich (at right) among unidentified others.

Former President Harry S. Truman (at podium) gives an address at the Harry S. Truman Library for the 4th of July program in Independence, Missouri. Others are unidentified.

Missouri Senator Edward V. Long (at podium) addresses the audience at the Harry Truman Library in Independence, Missouri on the 4th of July. Others are unidentified.

Missouri Senator Edward V. Long (at podium) addresses the audience at the Harry Truman Library in Independence, Missouri during the 4th of July celebration.

Former President Harry S. Truman (at podium) gives an address at the Harry S. Truman Library for the 4th of July program in Independence, Missouri. Others are unidentified.

Former President Harry S. Truman (at podium) gives an address at the Truman Library for the 4th of July program in Independence, Missouri. Others are unidentified.