Alben W. Barkley newsclippings, 1948-1973.

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Alben W. Barkley newsclippings, 1948-1973.

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Materials include newsclippings and photographs relating to the life and career of Alben Barkley, vice president of the United States from 1949 to 1953 under President Harry S. Truman.

.2 cubic ft.

Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky Guide Project Office

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Barkley, Jane R. (Jane Rucker), 1911-1964

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Barkley, Alben William, 1877-1956

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Alben Barkley: Congressional Voice of Liberty "A good story," said Alben Barkley, "is like fine Kentucky bourbon, it improves with age and, if you don't use it too much, it will never hurt anyone." One of Congress' most proficient storytellers, Barkley used his booming baritone, endless repertoire of anecdotes, and rousing speech-making ability to propel himself from congressman to senator to majority leader and vice president. Well liked, he earned the esteem of his colleagues in 1944, wh...