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Nixon at Ease
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An undated photograph of Richard Nixon dating from his early career. The photograph was taken by Washington, D.C. reporter Merriman Smith, and it is part of a roll that shows Nixon with a very small group, young children enjoying amusement rides, and a baseball diamond. It is possible that Nixon's daughters are among the children. Although Nixon did sign some autographs, it is unlikely that a political event was taking place.
Smith, A. Merriman, 1913-1970 (photographer)
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W011D61
WHi 74160
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Merriman Smith, who covered the presidents from Roosevelt to Nixon for United Press International, in a characteristic reporter's pose in front of a typewriter in the Press Room in San Clemente.
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Merriman Smith, perched on a table with Dayton Moore in the press lounge. They are two correspondents who covered the White House.
