Born: May 8, 1884
Birthplace: Lamar, Missouri
Party: Democratic
Age at Inauguration: 60
Served: 1945-1953
Died: Dec. 26, 1972
Age at Death: 88
College: None
Religion: Baptist
Occupation: Businessman
Runner-Up: Thomas E. Dewey (1948)
Vice President: Alben W. Barkley (1949-1953)