Stevenson, Adlai E. (Adlai Ewing), 1900-1965

Conversation among Harry S. Truman, Merle Miller, David Noyes, and William Hillman, Tape 4, Side A. These tapes were the basis of the book "Plain Speaking."  See finding aid for Merle Miller tapes for detailed information and description. This recording deals with such subjects as: good orators; Truman's first political speech; the art of politics; national political conventions; the 1932, 1936, and 1944 presidential elections; Joseph Kennedy. 

From a series of radio programs called "It's Up to You," sponsored by the Women's Democratic Committee. Hosted by India Edwards, executive director of the women's division of the Democratic party, with guest Faye Emerson, a film and stage actress. The subject of the program is disappointment in Dwight D. Eisenhower as a candidate and the influence of Sen. Robert Taft.

President Harry S. Truman's remarks following a meeting with Governor Adlai Stevenson and Senator John Sparkman. President Truman's remarks are 40 seconds. Governor Stevenson and Senator John Sparkman are also on the audio.