Mutual admiration & a few jokes: the correspondence of Harry Truman with Groucho and Harpo Marx

Article Abstract:

Harry S. Truman appreciated the Marx Brothers long before he became the 33rd US president. After World War II, Groucho and Harpo Marx exchanged several letters with Truman about such topics as displaced persons and Truman's being honored with a marker in an Israeli forest.

Political aspects, Records and correspondence, Letters, Letters (Correspondence), Marx, Harpo, Marx, Groucho

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Harry Truman, poker player

Article Abstract:

Harry Truman, who considered himself to be lucky in games of chance and in politics, was known for his love for playing poker from the time he was a Judge (or commissioner) and even while he was the U.S. President. Even Winston Churchill once joined him during his visit to U.S. in 1946.

Management dynamics, Public affairs, Misc. Amusement, Recreation Services, Legal Gambling, Gambling Industries, Social aspects, Political activity, Practice, Politicians, Gambling

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A boy who would be President Harry Truman at school 1892-1901

Article Abstract:

The early school days and records of President Harry Truman and the opinion about Truman from his teachers of being a studious and intelligent student are presented. His beliefs and working method as student and as President of America are described.

Obituary, President of the United States

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