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- LETTERS, Page 12Benton: An American Original
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- I enjoyed reading Robert Hughes' critique of the paintings
- of Thomas Hart Benton (ART, May 1). But I must say I winced at
- his rather negative assessment, because I have always liked the
- artist and considered him a kindred spirit. Nevertheless, I will
- admit that I think Hughes' analysis is correct.
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- Jim Meehan New York City
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- I seem to remember that Harry Truman at some point referred
- to fellow Missourian Benton as "the best damn painter there is."
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- Richard M. Small Rochester
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