Universities and colleges

President Harry S. Truman (left) waves to onlookers from a convertible which is parked outside the entrance of a Girard College building. An unidentified man sits beside Truman in the automobile.

President Harry S. Truman (front row, right) shakes the hand of an unidentified officer of the Motor Bandit Patrol during his visit to Girard College. Three other unidentified men are also present.

President Harry S. Truman (first on right) takes the Girard College flag from an unidentified cadet during a ceremony.

President Harry S. Truman (front, left) stands at attention during a procession at Girard College. Truman is accompanied by an unidentified military official. A large crowd lines the stands in the background.

President Harry S. Truman (center stage, standing at podium) addresses a large group of Girard College students, dignitaries, and visitors in the college's auditorium.

President Harry S. Truman (third from left) is introduced to an unidentified young man during his visit to Girard College. Three unidentified gentlemen (two to the left of Truman and one to the right) are also present at this event.

President Harry S. Truman (foreground, at podium) at a speech given by him at Girard College. An unidentified man stands behind Truman.

President Harry S. Truman (fourth from right) digs into a mound of earth to cover the roots of a sapling tree. This event, watched by a large group of spectators, transpires on the Girard College campus.

President Harry S. Truman (in civilian clothing, front, second from left) is escorted by a military officer as he inspects the cadets at Girard College.

President Harry S. Truman (at podium, third from right) addresses a large group from the stage of an auditorium at Girard College. There are other unidentified men with Truman on the stage. Photographers and press members capture photos in the foreground.