Clark, Bennett Champ, 1890-1954

Robert Butler is shown being sworn into office as the first United States Ambassador to Australia. Previously those representing this country held the rank of Minister. The photo shows, left to right, Bennett Champ Clark, Federal Judge; Ambassador Butler; and Acting Secretary of State Dean Acheson. From: Beth Gore

Members of the Council of Economic Advisors take the oath of office in the President's office at the White House. Left to right are: Leon H. Keyserling; Dr. Edwin G. Nourse, Chairman; John Davidson Clark; President Harry S. Truman; and Judge Bennett Champ Clark, who performed the ceremonies. (Similar to 99-1378 and 59-1157)

Head-and-shoulders portrait of Bennet Champ Clark who was a U.S. Senator and Judge. The photo is autographed (not original) as follows: "To my good friends of the Key Club with affectionate regards. Bennett Champ Clark." The Key Club is associated with St. Louis, Missouri. From: Mickey McTague.