Purcell, Eugene I., 1882-1936

The Jackson County, Missouri Court meets for it's first session since being elected. From left to right: County Clerk Edward Becker, Eastern District Judge Eugene Purcell, Presiding Judge Harry S. Truman, Western District Judge William Beeman, and Jackson County Sheriff Clark Johnson. This original photograph has been retouched.

Judge Harry S. Truman attends a barbecue with other county officials for the completion of the new bridge across Dykes branch on Wornall Road and Ninety-Second Street. Featured in the picture, seated, are Judge Harry S. Truman (left) and Judge Battle McCardle (right). Standing, from left to right: J.E. Schnitter, Judge Eugene I. Purcell, and Alex F. Sachs.

Christmas Card with oval photograph of (left to right) Harry S. Truman, "Buck" Purcell, and Eddie Jacobson, dressed in hunting gear, ca. 1935. The card reads: All good wishes for Christmas and the New Year. On the back is the name of the sender, Frank O'Donnell. The photograph is similar to photos 58-728-1 through 4, and 78-677, 78-678. From: Sue Gentry.

After being sworn in as Jackson County Judges, Presiding Judge Harry S. Truman poses with Judge Eugene Purcell (Eastern District) and Judge William O. Beeman (Western District) and others. Left to right are: County Clerk Edward Becker, Judge Purcell, Judge Truman, Judge Beeman, and Jackson County Sheriff Clark "Tiny" Johnson. Names are written in (copy) above each person; however they are not autographs. The exact location is unknown. (Same as 59-929 and 62-396 except for writing on photograph) From: John M. Goodman (from papers of father, William T.

Harry S. Truman being sworn in as judge of the county court of Jackson County, Missouri. L-R: Edward Becker, County Clerk; Eugene Purcell, Judge Eastern District; Harry S. Truman, Presiding Judge; Judge William O. Beeman, Judge Western District.

Harry S. Truman being sworn in as judge of the county court of Jackson County, Missouri. Left to right: Edward Becker, County Clerk; Eugene Purcell, Judge Eastern District; Harry S. Truman, Presiding Judge; Judge William Beeman, Judge Western District. From: Montgomery Photo V-5323.

Harry S. Truman is being sworn in as Presiding Judge of Jackson County. Left to Right: County Clerk Edward Becker, Eugene Purcell, Harry Truman, and W. O. Beeman. Same as 59-929, 61-116-24, and 62-396. Original photos are in oversize file. From: Petey Childers.

The judges pose after being sworn in as Jackson County judges. Left to Right: County Clerk Edward Becker, Judge Eugene Purcell (Eastern District), Harry Truman (Presiding Judge), W. O. Beeman (Western District), and Jackson County Sheriff Clark "Tiny" Johnson. Same as 59-930 and 64-1530. Original photo is in oversize file. From: Petey Childers.

Harry S. Truman is being sworn in as a judge of the county court of Jackson County, Missouri. Left to Right: Edward Becker, County Clerk; Eugene Purcell, Judge of Eastern District; Harry Truman, Presiding Judge; W. O. Beeman, Judge of Western District. From: Petey Childers.

Harry S. Truman being sworn in as presiding judge of the county court of Jackson County, Missouri. L-R: Edward Becker, County Clerk; Eugene Purcell, Judge Eastern District; Harry S. Truman, Presiding Judge; Judge William O. Beeman, Judge Western District. Donor: Montgomery Foto Service.