Presidential libraries

Truman Library Institute Board Meeting

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Intermittent video with sound (rough sync) featuring portions of the 12th Annual Institute Board Meeting in the research room at the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, MO. Meeting attendees include Ambassador Averell Harriman, Professor Thomas Blaisdell, Richard Ruetten, Theodore Wilson, Director of the Library and Institute Secretary Philip Brooks, Institute President Elmer Ellis, Institute Vice President Francis Heller, Cyrus Eaton, and Institute Treasurer Tom Evans.

Truman Library Exterior Footage

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Exterior views of the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, MO, showing people coming and going. Probably test footage for film “For All the People” (MP70-1).

Truman Library Exterior Footage

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Series of views of the exterior of the Harry S. Truman Library. Probably test footage for the film “For All the People (MP70-1).”

Former President Harry S. Truman with visitors to the Truman Library

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(L to R) Paul Cropper, Dennis Cropper, former president Harry S. Truman (wearing a hat and holding his briefcase), Marge Cropper, and Pearl Morrison outside of the north entrance of the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, MO. The photograph was taken by a security guard at the library.

Continuation of KCMO Broadcast of Truman Library Dedication

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Conclusion of dedication ceremonies for the Harry S. Truman Library. This recording includes MC Basil O'Connor turning the deed to the Truman Library to the US Government, and Administrator of General Services Administration Franklin G. Floete's remarks upon acceptance. In his remarks, Floete conveys President Eisenhower's message. Former president Harry S. Truman introduces former president Herbert Hoover and former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. Mr. Truman gives brief remarks as he conveys the Truman Papers and Artifacts to Dr. Wayne C. Grover, Archivist of the United States.