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Presidential Inaugurations
This category contains questions and answers about the history of Presidential Inaugurations, the Oath of Office, and the celebrations afterward.
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What statements about the inauguration of George Washington as the first U.S president is NOT true?
George Washington's inauguration as the first U.S president took place on April 30, 1789, in New York City. One statement that is not true is that Washington was inaugurated in Washington, D.C., as the capital had not been established until later.
Who was inaugurated 153 years and 4 days ago?
Abraham Lincoln was inaugurated as the 16th President of the United States 153 years and 4 days ago. He took the oath of office on March 4, 1861, in Washington, D.C.
How much did a Stetson Felt Fedora cost around 1950?
Here is a forum referring to the Stetson 100, here is an excerpt and the site:
Is the hat worth 300.00 > Maybe . This hat sold for 100.00 back in the 1950's and 1960's .That was one weeks salary for many people . I have one and it's a great hat . I don't think a Stetson 1000X from today could match a 100X from years ago.
* http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=4666
What did president Bill Clinton ask Maya angelou to do in 1993?
President Bill Clinton asked Maya Angelou to recite a poem at his 1993 presidential inauguration. Maya Angelou's reading of her poem "On the Pulse of Morning" made history as the first inaugural poem since 1961.
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Without the card, they are worth 50 cents to a dollar.
With the card they are worth $2.50 to $3.00
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Why was Washington inaugurated in New York City?
The inauguration of a US president is not entirely a matter of doctrine or law. The only constitutional stipulations are that the president swear the oath stated in the Constitution and the date upon which he should do so. Washington DC became the traditional location to swear in as president of the United States since Thomas Jefferson did so in 1743. Since then, it has been primarily a matter of the presidential individual wanting to get some rest before getting rogered by the press the next morning.
How much is an Abraham Lincoln inaugural coin worth?
The modern replica ones are selling for about $10 on eBay. The original ones are worth about $50. You can currently see pictures of these (to determine which one you have) by copying the following address IN ITS ENTIRETY into your browser address bar, and hitting ENTER : http://search-completed.ebay.com/search/search.dll?sofocus=so&sbrftog=1&fstype=1&from=R10&catref=C6&fcl=3&satitle=lincoln+inaug*&sacat=11116%26catref%3DC6&fsop=2%26fsoo%3D2&coaction=compare&copagenum=1&coentrypage=search&sargn=-1%26saslc%3D2&sadis=200&fpos=ZIP%2FPostal&fis=2&ftrt=1&ftrv=1&saprclo=&saprchi=&so=Show+Items
What are some important event or people in Abraham Lincoln's life?
his death because of his friend
his service to god
What day does summer begins in the US?
In the Northern Hemisphere, summer begins on the day of the summer solstice, June 21st.
Of course, because the Southern Hemisphere is pointed away from the Sun at this time, June 21st is the first day of winter there.
Where Does a President's Inauguration Take Place?
Inauguration of a new presidential term takes place at noon on January 20 in the year following the presidential election. The next one will be Jan. 20, 2013. If Jan. 20, falls on Sunday, the public inaugurating ceremonies are held the next day.
The exact quote from the 20th amendment to the US Constitution is "The terms of the President and Vice President shall end at noon on the 20th day of January,"
Who was the first president to have inauguration broadcast on the radio?
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At what presidential inauguration did maya angelou speak?
She read a poem at Clinton's inauguration in 1993.
Who was the only president to say you promise at his inauguration?
Franklin Pierce was the only president to say "I promise" instead of "I swear" at his inauguration. Herbert Hoover also affirmed the oath, which is a constitutional alternative to swearing.
Read more: Which_US_president_said_'I_promise'_instead_of_'I_swear'_at_his_inauguration
How many days from January 20th 2009 to December 12 2012?
There are 1,423 days, including the dates given.
The new president and vice-president begin their terms on this day and take the oath for their offices. The chief justice of the US administers the oaths. What other people are involved depends on the year and the President and the planners of the event.
What was invented from 1960 to 1969?
Many things, but among them were: Laser (1960); Commercial Communications Satellite (1965).
Parliament first limited the power of the Crown under the?
Parliament first limited the power of the Crown under the Petition of Right, 1628.
1 of 2 father and son Presidents?
As of 2013, there have been two sets of fathers and sons who were President. John and John Quincy Adams (numbers 2 and 6), and more recently George and George W. Bush (numbers 41 and 43).
What purposes do tariffs serve?
Tariffs are fees or taxes collected on imported goods. They serve as a source of revenue and also have the effect of raising the prices of such imported goods thus making similar internally produced goods more attractive . They also tend to decrease the overall volume of the imports to which the tariffs are applied and this may help with a balance of payments problem.
Who pays for the inaugurations?
The balls and most of the cost of the parade and ceremony is funded by donors.
The added cost of public services caused by the crowds. such as additional police to direct traffic, additional security, cleaning the streets, etc. are paid from public funds. Of course the event also produces added revenue from taxes on sales, meals, lodging, etc.
