<p>Black and white image of large white house, with shrubs surrounding it, bare trees as well. A fall/ winter photograph.</p>
<p>Originally built by local businessman George Porterfield Gates and finished in 1885, 219 North Delaware Street was one of the most fashionable homes in Independence. For eight years, 1945-1953, it was a set of power, and known as the "Summer White House." One of it's occupants was President Harry S Truman, although he didn't own it. His mother in law did! Harry and Bess Wallace Truman bought the home in their name in 1953, after his presidency.</p>
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