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President Truman’s 1950 State of the Union Address

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Date

1950-01-04

Maker

International News Photos

Dimensions

7 1/8 x 9 in. (18.1 x 22.9 cm)

Accession Number

2007.066.001

Credit Line

Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives, Photography Collection

Object Details

Amidst applause and jeers that fell along party lines, President Harry Truman delivered a speech that addressed the need to increase taxes and cut spending. The Washington Post reported that “every seat in the gallery was taken and the doors strained at the hinges” for a glimpse at the newly redecorated House Chamber, which featured blue and white damask wall panels and floodlights.

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