Posts tagged Herbert Hoover
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Herbert Hoover christens the Arlington Memorial Bridge in a 1932 newsreel
Arlington Memorial Bridge opened in 1932, amidst the very depths of the Great Depression. It was a major event in Washington, which drew President Herbert Hoover, the first lady, and the vice president. This vintage newsreel illustrates the excitement. Keep reading…
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Check out this 1932 newsreel of Hoover christening Memorial Bridge
Arlington Memorial Bridge opened in 1932, amidst the very depths of the Great Depression. It was a major event in Washington, which drew President Herbert Hoover, the first lady, and the vice president. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Represent
Next stop, statehood; WMATARU, Where R U?; Hogan, the hero?; Same day for some; Farm first; What’s in a name?; Equal opportunity, except for housing; Winter dream bike. Keep reading…
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Hoover christens Memorial Bridge in 1932 newsreel
Arlington Memorial Bridge opened in 1932, amidst the very depths of the Great Depression. It was a major event in Washington, which drew President Herbert Hoover, the first lady, and the vice president. This vintage newsreel illustrates the excitement. The newsman is particularly enthusiastic that the bridge is wide enough for “4 cars to pass abreast.” By… Keep reading…