Rayburn, Sam, 1882-1961

President Harry S. Truman delivered his State of the Union message to a joint session of Congress. On the rostrum behind President Truman are Vice President Alben Barkley (left) and Speaker of the House Sam Rayburn (right). Donor: Hennepin County Historical Society

President Harry S. Truman stands with his hands in his hip pockets after completing his first speech before Congress. His listeners applaud. Shown behind him among others are Sam Rayburn and Kenneth McKellar. This 11 x 14 is a complete view of the cropped 69-465.

Former President Harry S. Truman (second from right), in formal wear, sits in a line of chairs with Sam Rayburn (center) and three unidentified men. The event, location, and date are unknown. From: Hon. Michael J. Kirwan, Chairman, Democratic National Congressional Committee, House of Representatives, Washington, D.C.

From left to right in the front row: Sam Rayburn, Bess Truman, Herbert Hoover, Harry S. Truman, Basil O'Connor, Phil Regan, and Eleanor Roosevelt. This was the dedication of the Harry S. Truman Library in Independence, Missouri.