Howard Hughes drinking what seems to be a glass of water. There are onlookers behind him. Written on back: "Howard Hughes and plane." Presumably the Northrop Gamma Racer.
Note: Cover has illustration titled "Progress" showing a couple driving an automobile decorated with American flags, while a train and airplane and factories are shown in the background. Page 2 has illustration of a diary open to Jan. 1st, a holly wreath, an inkwell and quill, and a lit candle. Includes music program; music performed by Jebe's Popular Orchestra. Prix fixe price is $1.00 Menu insert: Music Programs Restaurant: New Harper Hotel Location: Rock Island, Illinois, United States
Description given with photo: "As Hughes Began Testimony, Washington: Like a "Hollywood movie set" is this general view of the Senate Caucus Room as plane manufacturer, Howard Hughes began his testimony today (Aug. 6) before the Senate War Investigating Subcommittee. At the witness table (center) sits Hughes (right) and the attorney for the Hughes Tool Co., T.A. Slack (left). On left, directly in front of the battery of newsreel cameras is the committee table. Credit (ACME) 8/7/47."