Breadcrumb

  1. Home
  2. Paiewonsky, Ralph M., 1907-1991

Paiewonsky, Ralph M., 1907-1991

Truman Receiving Gift During Virgin Islands Visit

President Harry S. Truman (right) receiving a hand-carved mahogany tray from Ralph Paiewonsky (center), Chairman of the St. Thomas Reception Committee, as Governor William Hastie (left) of the Virgin Islands looks on, during welcoming ceremonies for the President at Emancipation Park in Charlotte Amalie. The banner behind them reads "Welcome President Truman, Champion of Human Rights." Truman visited the Virgin Islands as part of his vacation cruise.