Pendergast, James M. (James Michael), 1895-1966

Kansas City political boss Thomas J. Pendergast and his nephew, James Pendergast, sit on a bench together in what appears to be an office. See also 96-853. From: Truman Home.

President Harry S. Truman (right) talks with his friend, James Pendergast (left), while others crowd around them. This photograph was taken during the President's trip home to Independence, MO.

Former President Harry S. Truman (left) is shown with Kansas City political faction leader, James M. Pendergast (right), during filming of a "Pendergast Television" speech aired on August 3, 1956. See MP66-37. Donor: New York Herald Tribune.

The James Pendergast family and others at President Harry S. Truman's Inaugural Ball, held at the National Guard Armory in Washington, D.C. From left to right: Mrs. Kathleen Pendergast, unidentified woman, unidentified woman, unidentified man, unidentified man, and James Pendergast.

The James Pendergast family and others at President Harry S. Truman's Inaugural Ball, held at the National Guard Armory in Washington, D.C. From left to right: Mrs. Kathleen Pendergast, unidentified woman, unidentified woman, unidentified man, unidentified man, and James Pendergast.

Mr. James Pendergast (third from left) is photographed at President Harry S. Truman's inaugural gala at the National Guard Armory in Washington, D.C. Pendergast's wife, Kathleen (fourth from left), and daughter, Mary Ellen Pendergast (unknown position), are also present along with two unidentified women.

Mr. James Pendergast (third from left) is photographed at President Harry S. Truman's inaugural gala at the National Guard Armory in Washington, D.C. Pendergast's wife, Kathleen (fourth from left), and daughter, Mary Ellen Pendergast (unknown position), are also present along with two unidentified women.

Portrait of James Pendergast, Kansas City political faction leader, long-time friend of former President Harry S. Truman From: Michael Pruett

Former President Harry S. Truman is shown with James M. Pendergast (right) during the filming in Kansas City, Missouri, of a Pendergast television speech aired August 3rd in which Mr. Truman introduces Pendergast as "my long-time friend and comrade." (Same as 69-509 except expanded) From: Betty Jones (Mrs. Don T.)