Offered is an original seating directory from the Southwestern Committee Dinner benefiting the creation of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library. The event was held at the Beverly Hilton on November 28, 1955.
This booklet identifies table assignments for an exceptional gathering of political, business and Hollywood figures. Among many others, notable names include:
Dais:
- Harry S. Truman: 33rd U.S. president.
- Edmund G. "Pat" Brown: Future governor of California.
- Conrad Hilton: Hilton Hotels founder.
- Ann Miller: MGM actress, singer and dancer.
- Dore Schary: MGM studio head.
- Clinton P. Anderson: U.S. senator.
- John J. Dempsey: Congressman and former New Mexico governor.
Table Seating:
- Frank Sinatra — Table 8: Singer, actor and Democratic supporter.
- David D. Lloyd — Table 8: Truman aide and speechwriter.
- Carl Laemmle Jr. — Table 29: Universal Studios founder.
- Her Majesty Queen Fuad — Table 33: Egyptian Princess, future wife of Shah of Iran.
The textured cream cover displays an architectural rendering of the planned Truman Library. Seating directories were functional, event-specific publications distributed to attendees, making surviving examples desirable pieces of presidential and Hollywood vintage condition with mild age toning. The interior pages remain clean, crisp and securely attached to the original staples.
Measures:
Width: 4.5"
Height: 5.5"
Photos are of the actual item that you will receive.
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